Occupational Therapist – Band 5/6 (Term Time Only). Location: Edgware, London. Salary: £30,407 – £45,618 (Band 5–6 equivalent, pro rata). A fantastic opportunity to make a real difference supporting pupils with SEND in a thriving school community. Location: Edgware, London Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only (Full or Part Time Considered) Salary: £30,407 – £45,618 (Band 5–6 equivalent, pro rata if part time, including Outer London weighting where applicable) We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who wants to make a real difference to pupils with a variety of Special Educational Needs. About Us The Darchei Noam Centre caters for up to 50 pupils with a broad range of SEND within a thriving mainstream school environment. Our aim is to provide a calm, structured, and supportive setting where children feel secure, develop essential life skills, and achieve their full potential. With onsite Occupational Therapy and Speech & Language Therapy, we deliver a truly holistic approach. Key Responsibilities * Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate treatment plans as an Occupational Therapist * Support pupils in achieving goals set in EHCPs * Deliver therapy focused on sensory needs, emotional regulation, and social communication * Coach pupils in life and learning skills (organisation, writing, money handling) * Contribute to multidisciplinary meetings, reports, and EHCP reviews * Provide staff guidance on therapeutic strategies Skills & Attributes * Excellent communication and observation skills * Compassion, patience, and the ability to build trust with pupils * Strong organisational and decision-making ability * Creativity and flexibility in therapy delivery * A collaborative, team-focused mindset Requirements * Recognised degree in Occupational Therapy * Registration with the HCPC * Paediatric OT and/or sensory integration experience desirable Hours * Term time only * Full-time hours: Mon–Thu 8:45am–4:00pm, Fri 8:45am–12:30pm * Part-time considered This role is ideal for a Band 5 or Band 6 Occupational Therapist who is ready to grow their career in a supportive school environment. Whether you are an experienced Occupational Therapist or stepping up from Band 5, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join our passionate team as an Occupational Therapist and help empower our pupils to thrive