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Senior/Specialist Occupational Therapist

Salary: Actual salary 35,521 - 42,150 (FTE 41,350 - 49,067), dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, Term Time Only
We're recruiting for an experienced Senior/Specialist Occupational Therapist to join a specialist education setting supporting children and young people with additional needs. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-established multi-disciplinary team, where you'll play a key role in helping students develop the skills, confidence and independence they need to succeed.
The school supports children and young people aged 7-19 with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and a range of associated social, communication and complex needs, providing specialist education from Key Stage 2 through to Post-16.

As a Senior/Specialist Occupational Therapist, you'll work as part of a collaborative therapy team, delivering high-quality, person-centred interventions for children and young people with complex presentations, including Autism, sensory processing differences and attachment difficulties.
You'll use your clinical expertise to shape Occupational Therapy provision across the school, ensuring therapy is embedded into students' everyday learning and development.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a specialist caseload of children and young people with complex needs.
• Carrying out comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions.
• Designing and implementing therapy programmes aligned with EHCP outcomes and clinical recommendations.
• Working closely with education staff and the wider multi-disciplinary team to ensure therapy is integrated into daily practice.
• Supporting the continued development of Occupational Therapy provision across the school.
• Providing training, advice and consultation to colleagues to promote best practice.
• Maintaining accurate clinical records in line with HCPC and RCOT standards.
• Contributing to the development of resources and therapeutic approaches to improve student outcomes.

We're looking for someone who has:

• A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• A commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Previous experience working as an Occupational Therapist with children and young people with complex needs.
• Experience supporting young people with Autism (ASD), ADHD, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes and making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist

Location: Isle of Man
Job Type: Agency / Temporary
Pay Rate: 38.00 per hour (umbrella)

Assignment Details

Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 6 November 2026 (possibility of extension)
Working Days: Monday to Friday
Hours: Up to 37.5 hours per week
Band: 6

About Cromwell Medical Staffing

Cromwell Medical Staffing is a leading healthcare recruitment agency supplying experienced healthcare professionals across the UK. We offer competitive pay rates, flexible working opportunities, weekly payroll, and dedicated consultant support.

About the Role

We are currently recruiting an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist for an agency placement at Noble's Hospital, Isle of Man.

Skills Required

• Experience working on medical wards providing OT rehabilitation.
• Experience with multidisciplinary team (MDT) discharge planning.

What We Offer

• 38.00 per hour
• Weekly payroll
• Flight reimbursement (travel to the Isle of Man at the start of the assignment and return travel at the end of the assignment)
• Dedicated recruitment and compliance support
• 200 referral bonus scheme

Requirements

• Valid HCPC Registration.
• Experience working on medical wards.
• Experience providing OT rehabilitation.
• Experience with MDT discharge planning.
• Right to work in the UK.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Band 6 Occupational Therapist looking for your next agency opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today with your updated CV.

Occupational Therapist - St. Albans
Full-Time Role September Start Specialist Autism School

I am working on behalf of a newly opening specialist school in St. Albans seeking an experienced and passionate Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team from September.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to support children aged 4 to 13 years with autism, developmental delay, communication needs and social development difficulties.

The successful Occupational Therapist will play a key role in helping pupils develop independence, confidence and functional skills.

The Role - Occupational Therapist

The Occupational Therapist will:

• Provide assessment and intervention programmes
• Support sensory regulation and independence
• Work alongside teachers and support staff
• Develop strategies to improve participation and wellbeing
• Support pupils with daily living and learning skills

About The School

The St. Albans school provides excellent facilities including:

• Specialist therapy rooms
• Outdoor learning spaces
• Forest area
• Play facilities
• Modern classrooms

The Ideal Occupational Therapist

The school is looking for an Occupational Therapist who:

• Is HCPC registered
• Has experience working with children with SEND
• Understands autism and sensory needs
• Enjoys multidisciplinary working

This is a unique opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to help shape therapy provision within a new St. Albans specialist setting.

Apply today.

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is the England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across the UK. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

Our client Walsall Council is looking for an Occupational Therapist to join their team.

About the role

The Occupational Therapist is responsible for delivering an effective and person-centred occupational therapy service to adults, children, and carers. The role focuses on promoting independence, wellbeing, and choice through assessment, intervention, and support planning. Working within relevant legislation, professional standards, and safeguarding frameworks, the Occupational Therapist assesses functional needs, recommends equipment and adaptations, and develops solutions that prevent, reduce, or delay the need for ongoing care and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct occupational therapy assessments to identify individuals' strengths, needs, and opportunities to maximise independence.
• Assess functional abilities and make recommendations to prevent, reduce, or delay care and support needs.
• Prescribe, order, and facilitate the timely provision of equipment and assistive technology.
• Demonstrate the safe and effective use of equipment to service users, carers, and support networks.
• Assess for and recommend minor and major home adaptations to promote independent living.
• Work collaboratively with housing teams, health professionals, and partner agencies to deliver effective outcomes.
• Design, implement, and review reablement programmes that support individuals to maintain or regain independence.
• Undertake moving and handling assessments, complete risk assessments, and develop safe systems of work.
• Promote and implement single-handed care approaches where appropriate.
• Work jointly with formal and informal carers to ensure safe and effective use of moving and handling equipment.

Benefits of working with Remedy

• A personal one-one service from your highly experienced dedicated consultant.
• Top tier supplier across London giving us first access to jobs
• Referral bonus - up to 250 per person placed.
• Double payrolls each week.

Terms & Conditions apply

You will be required to fully register with Remedy for all locum positions.

Remedy Social Care is a APSCo Standard agency and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the vulnerable. Successful applicants will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the DBS. Our objective is to be an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from everyone with suitable skills and ability regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, age, religion or belief. All applications will be accepted and reviewed solely on merit.

Occupational Therapist - Adult Social Care
33.72 per hour 4 Vacancies Hull

Overview

I'm currently recruiting for four Occupational Therapists to join my client's Adult Social Care team in Hull.

This is a community-based role where you'll support adults to maximise their independence through strengths-based, person-centred Occupational Therapy. You'll carry out functional assessments, recommend equipment and adaptations, complete moving and handling assessments, and work closely with health and social care colleagues to help people remain safely in their own homes.

You'll be joining a supportive team that promotes collaborative working and provides a varied caseload across Adult Social Care services.

Requirements

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy recognised by the relevant professional bodies
• Experience working within Adult Social Care or a community setting
• Experience completing functional, moving and handling, and equipment assessments
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is desirable
• Clear DBS (we can put this in process for you)

What's on offer

• 33.72 per hour
• 4 locum vacancies available
• Full-time, Monday to Friday
• Long-term locum opportunity
• Supportive multidisciplinary team
• Varied community caseload

Interested?

If you'd like to find out more, drop me a message to arrange a quick chat. I'd be happy to talk you through the role and answer any questions.

Chris - (phone number removed)

Occupational Therapist
Location: West Drayton, West London
Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Hours: 8:30am - 4:00pm
Salary: 210 - 250 per day (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Occupational Therapist

Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

An exciting opportunity has arisen within a well-established independent specialist school in West Drayton, supporting pupils aged 11-19 with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, speech and language difficulties, and associated learning needs. The school provides a nurturing, therapeutic environment where every pupil is supported to reach their full potential.

Working as part of a highly collaborative multidisciplinary team, you will play a key role in helping students develop the functional, sensory and life skills needed to thrive both in education and beyond.

The Role

As the school's Occupational Therapist, you will:

• Assess pupils' functional, sensory and motor needs using evidence-based practice.
• Develop and implement personalised occupational therapy programmes to support students in achieving their educational and personal goals.
• Deliver both individual and group therapy sessions tailored to each learner's needs.
• Provide sensory integration strategies and recommendations to improve engagement and participation within the classroom.
• Work closely with teachers, Teaching Assistants, Speech and Language Therapists, Psychologists and families to create holistic support plans.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), annual reviews and multidisciplinary meetings.
• Offer training and guidance to school staff on occupational therapy strategies and sensory regulation.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current HCPC registration.
• Experience working with children or young people with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, sensory processing differences and additional learning needs.
• Strong knowledge of sensory integration and therapeutic interventions within educational settings.
• Excellent communication, organisation and report-writing skills.
• The ability to build positive relationships with pupils, families and multidisciplinary professionals.

What You'll Receive

• Competitive daily rate of 210- 250, depending on experience.
• Permanent, full-time position with consistent working hours.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive multidisciplinary team.
• Ongoing CPD and specialist training opportunities.
• A collaborative and therapeutic school environment.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people with additional needs.

Apply Today

If you're an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist committed to supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to join a dedicated specialist school where your expertise will help pupils develop the confidence, independence and skills they need to succeed.

Additional Information

Each candidate will be subject to a DBS and police check where required. A successful candidate will also provide at least two references from their previous employers.

Call: (phone number removed) or Email: (url removed)

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION

• All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
• You must have legal right to work in the UK
• You must be willing to attend a registration interview

Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.

Disclaimer

'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'

The London Borough of Harrow is seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join our Adult Social Care division. This is a unique opportunity to join our Integrated Front Door Service, where you will focus on rapid response and early intervention to deliver a high-quality, timely service that responds to the diverse needs of adults, children, and their carers across the borough.

In this role, you will be responsible for assessing, developing, and monitoring individualised care plans that prioritise independence and safety from the very first point of contact. Your work will involve the commissioning of adaptations and equipment, as well as providing expert guidance on moving and handling for independent living. We are particularly looking for practitioners with a passion for a preventative, Reablement, and Technology Enabled Care (TEC) approach, ensuring that residents can remain in their own homes with dignity and confidence.

All assessments and support plans are conducted in accordance with the wellbeing principles of the Care Act 2014, reflecting a strengths-based model that empowers residents to take control of their own lives. You will work as part of a supportive multi-disciplinary environment where guidance and professional supervision are provided in line with your experience and our comprehensive Supervision Policy. By joining our "front door" team, you will play a vital role in shaping positive outcomes and ensuring the right support is provided at the right time for Harrow's community.

This position offers flexible scheduling with the option for either part-time (18 hours per week) or full-time (36 hours per week) commitments.

The successful candidate will have:

• Dip COT (state registered) or Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with HCPC
• Enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
• Ability to maintain and demonstrate Royal College of Occupational Therapy guidelines and standards of practice, including maintaining accurate and comprehensive records.
• Good understanding of relevant legislation including Care Act 2014 and Mental Capacity Act 2005, demonstrate the ability to work in accordance to the Care Act Statutory guidance, MCA Code of Practice.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent or has the equivalent relevant work experience.

Band 6 Occupational Therapist - Community
Competitive Hourly Rate West Cornwall

Overview

I'm currently recruiting for a Band 6 Occupational Therapist to join my client's Community Team covering West Cornwall, including Camborne, Redruth, Hayle, Helston and Penzance.

This is a community-based role supporting adults with physical health needs, carrying out assessments and helping people remain as independent as possible in their own homes. You'll manage your own caseload, working across a varied geographical area alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team.

The contract is for 12 weeks, starting 31st August, with part-time hours available (to be agreed).

Please note, you'll need to be comfortable travelling to visit service users in more remote areas across West Cornwall, including the Lizard Peninsula.

Requirements

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Occupational Therapy recognised by the relevant professional bodies
• Minimum 2-3 years' experience working as a Band 6 Occupational Therapist
• Experience within Physical Health and/or Adult Social Care
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Clear DBS (we can put this in process for you)

What's on offer

• Competitive hourly rate
• 12-week contract
• Part-time hours available
• Varied community caseload
• Supportive multidisciplinary team

Interested?

If you'd like to find out more, drop me a message to arrange a quick chat. I'd be happy to talk you through the role and answer any questions.

Call Chris on (phone number removed) for more details.

Assessing how health conditions affect daily living isn't part of this job. It IS this job. If you trained as an OT, you already speak the language of functional assessment activities of daily living, participation, the gap between what a condition is and what it means for a person's life.

This is the one role outside the NHS or Local Authority where that training is the entire job description click apply for full job details

Occupational Therapist Childrens Dorset

About us

Connect2Dorset is a managed service agency owned by Dorset Council, providing temporary, contract and interim opportunities within Dorset Council. Our service is built on our values of being ethical, trustworthy and caring, with profits returned to our Local Authority shareholders.

Make a difference to people's lives across Dorset. We are looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist to assess needs, promote independence, and support individuals to achieve the best possible outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of service users, undertaking holistic assessments of needs, risks and support requirements.
• Develop, implement and review person-centred care and support plans.
• Recommend and deliver occupational therapy interventions to promote independence and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with service users, families, carers and partner agencies.
• Maintain accurate records and reports, including statutory documentation.
• Contribute to safeguarding, risk management and service development activities.
• Participate in team duties, referrals and multidisciplinary working.

Required skills and qualifications

• Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy (DipCOT, BSc OT or equivalent).
• HCPC registration.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience working with people with physical disabilities and/or learning disabilities.
• Strong assessment, communication, record-keeping and IT skills.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, disability issues, manual handling and health & safety.
• Ability to travel across Dorset and undertake community-based visits.

Desirable

• Experience within a Local Authority setting.
• Experience with housing adaptations and equipment provision.
• Qualification in moving and handling.
• Experience working with disabled children.

About Dorset Council

You'll be joining a supportive team that values Respect, Together, Accountability, Openness and Curiosity, helping people remain safe, independent and connected within their communities.

This role involves community visits, lone working and travel across the county.

Please do not hesitate to contact our dedicated recruitment team if you have any questions or feel you have the requirements to fulfil this post.

Connect2Dorset is a trading style of Dorset & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Dorset Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Dorset is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.