Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Cheshire

The role

This Specialist Occupational Therapist will deliver OT services to mainstream schools on an outreach basis. The role involves providing consultancy, training, advice, and direct therapy interventions for pupils, staff, and families.

What you will do

• Independently manage a clinical caseload across multiple schools
• Undertake holistic assessments using clinical observation and specialist knowledge
• Provide evidence-based interventions in line with professional guidelines
• Collaborate with teachers, class teams, and multidisciplinary colleagues
• Supervise junior colleagues and contribute to service development
• Maintain compliance with HCPC regulations and participate in CPD activities
• Promote safeguarding and risk awareness within the workplace

Required qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration
• Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists
• Experience working in mainstream school settings
• Knowledge of autism spectrum conditions, learning disabilities, and associated needs
• Understanding of safeguarding requirements for young people with communication difficulties

Benefits

• Generous pension scheme (up to 7% contributions)
• Death-in-service benefit
• Occupational sick pay
• Family-friendly policies
• Reward and discount platform for high street shops, travel, and more
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Eligibility for Blue Light Card
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• Long service awards
• Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Refer-a-friend scheme

About the company

The client is seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist to deliver a high-quality OT service to mainstream schools on an outreach basis.