Occupational Therapist for School
Prospero Teaching
B146DT
Salary
£154 to £203
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
2 September 2026
2 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As an Occupational Therapist in a school, you'll work with children with special needs to help them develop skills and independence. You'll assess their needs, create plans, and work with teachers and other staff to support their learning. This role suits someone who enjoys working with children and is passionate about helping them overcome challenges. It's a great job for someone who is newly qualified or early in their career.
What you'll need
- You'll need a degree in Occupational Therapy and a HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration
- You should have experience working with children, especially those with special needs
- You'll need to be able to assess children's needs and create plans to support their learning
- You should be able to work well with teachers and other staff to support children's education
- You'll need to be flexible and able to adapt to changing situations
How to boost your chances
- Consider volunteering or taking on a part-time job in a school or with children with special needs to gain experience
- Make sure your CV and application highlight your experience working with children and your passion for occupational therapy
- Research the school and its values to show your enthusiasm for the role and the school
- Practice your assessment and planning skills by working on case studies or scenarios
- Prepare to talk about your experience and skills in an interview, and be ready to ask questions about the school and the role
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Job description
Entry-Level Occupational Therapist (Band 5 Equivalent)SEN School | Birmingham | Full-Time Are you a newly qualified or early-career Occupational Therapist looking to begin your career in a rewarding educational setting? Prospero Teaching is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a specialist SEN school in Birmingham for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or recently qualified Occupational Therapist seeking to develop their skills while making a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs. The Role:
Working within a specialist school environment, you will support pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to access learning, develop independence and achieve their individual goals.You will work collaboratively alongside teachers, SENCOs, Teaching Assistants and external professionals to deliver therapeutic interventions that enable pupils to thrive both inside and outside the classroom. The school supports pupils with a variety of needs, including:
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD & SLD)Speech, Language and Communication Needs (SLCN)Sensory processing differencesPhysical and complex learning needs Key Responsibilities:
Conducting welfare visist mileage paid £0.45 per mileAssess pupils' functional, sensory and motor needs.Develop and implement individualised intervention programmes.Deliver one-to-one and small group occupational therapy sessions.Recommend and monitor strategies, equipment and environmental adaptations to support pupils' participation in learning.Work closely with school staff to embed therapeutic approaches into everyday classroom practice.Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) targets and annual reviews.Maintain accurate clinical records and reports in line with professional standards.Build positive relationships with pupils, families and the wider SLT team. The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
A degree in Occupational Therapy.Have full driving license and carRegistration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), or be eligible for registration before starting.An interest in working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.A compassionate, patient and child-centred approach.The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.A willingness to learn and develop within a specialist educational setting. If you're ready to begin your Occupational Therapy career in a supportive and inspiring SEN environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Prospero Teaching for more information. Early applications are encouraged as interviews may be arranged before the closing date
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First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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