Job Description
Specialist Occupational Therapist - Brand-new Specialist Autism School
£58,133 - £65,261 DOE
Permanent, full-time, term-time only
Location: South-west London
Compass Associates are proudly working with a leading independent provider of specialist education, playing an integral role in local communities across the UK. Together, we are seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist in a brand-new specialist school in Southwest London.
As the Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in shaping and embedding a therapeutic approach across the school. Working collaboratively with education and clinical colleagues, you will ensure therapy is fully integrated into both the curriculum and daily school life, enabling pupils to access consistent, meaningful support throughout their educational journey.
You will work collaboratively with school leadership, the Clinical Lead and wider therapy teams to develop effective systems, therapeutic interventions and whole-school approaches that support pupils with autism spectrum conditions and associated communication needs.
Essential Requirements
* Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
* HCPC registration and ongoing CPD
* Experience working in a specialist school with children with ASC
* Positive learning mindset
* Adaptable and open to development
* Interested in autism practice
* Strong communication skills
* Collaborative approach
* Passionate about building a new provision
Location
The school is based in South-west London and is easily commutable from Central and Southwest London, including Waterloo, Victoria, Vauxhall, Clapham, and Wandsworth, as well as Woking, St Albans, and Brighton.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
* Treats for your birthday
* Long service awards
* Employee of the month awards
* Wellbeing support and advice
* Training and development
Interview Process
* One-stage, in-person interview process held at one of the provider’s existing specialist services
Contact Details
If you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next challenge in a specialist school, please contact Harriet Bradbury on 0161 527 9634, or email your CV to hbradbury@compassltd.co.uk.
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Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher/charity donation for successful referrals following completion of probation.