Paediatric Occupational Therapist

Teaching Assistant focuses on undertaking an initial occupational therapy assessment.

What the role involves

• Undertaking an initial occupational therapy assessment.
• Developing and implementing an individualised sensory diet.
• Delivering training to school staff to support the implementation of the sensory programme.
• Working alongside a Teaching Assistant, who will deliver the weekly intervention programme.
• Reviewing and adapting the Motor Skills United programme approximately every 7 weeks.
• Liaising with school staff to ensure interventions are effective and tailored to the child's needs.

Skills and requirements

• HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist.
• Experience working with children in school or paediatric settings.
• Knowledge of sensory processing and sensory regulation strategies.
• Experience developing motor skills interventions.

Confirmed role details

• They opperate throughout the UK and offer a range of F2F and remote services.
• Deliver a time-limited intervention package for a young person in a school setting.
• This is an excellent opportunity for an OT with experience in sensory processing, school-based practice, and collaborative working with families and professionals.

Candidate fit

• patience, clear communication, classroom awareness, and confidence supporting learners

Additional role context

• We are working with a leading provider of therapeutic services for children and young people.