Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Hampshire

The role

This role involves delivering occupational therapy interventions to children and young people with ASD in a specialist SEN school. You will complete functional assessments and develop individualised therapy plans to support student development and independence.

What you will do

• Deliver occupational therapy interventions within a specialist school setting.
• Complete functional assessments and develop individualised therapy plans.
• Provide sensory integration-based interventions.
• Run group and one-to-one sessions to support fine motor, gross motor, and functional skills.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and the wider multidisciplinary team.
• Support students in developing independence and confidence in everyday activities.

Required qualifications

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working with children and young people with ASD.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a supportive and therapeutic manner.

Nice to have

• Sensory Integration training desirable

Benefits

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children with autism.
• Work in a supportive, specialist school environment with excellent facilities.
• Competitive salary aligned to Band 6/7 Agenda for Change.
• Professional development opportunities, including support for sensory integration practice.
• Collaborative team culture focused on achieving the best outcomes for students.

About the company

The client is a specialist SEN school.