Occupational Therapist (Primary School) - Uxbridge Empower Young Lives Every Day Are you a qualified Occupational Therapist with a passion for paediatric development and inclusion? We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join a welcoming and well-resourced Primary School in Uxbridge, supporting students with a range of additional needs including autism, sensory processing difficulties, and developmental delays. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to apply their expertise in a school-based setting, working closely with staff, pupils, and families to support independence, access to learning, and overall wellbeing. The Role - Occupational Therapist, Uxbridge Location : Uxbridge, West London Setting : Mainstream Primary School with SEN support provision Hours : Full-time (Term time only) Start Date : Immediate or September 2025 Contract : Long-term contract with potential for permanent role As the Occupational Therapist in this Uxbridge-based school, you will work closely with the SENCO, class teachers, and external agencies to support students with a wide variety of needs. You'll assess, plan, and deliver bespoke OT programmes to help pupils reach their developmental and educational goals. ✅ What We're Looking For in an Occupational Therapist: HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist (essential) Degree or postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy from an HCPC-approved and RCOT-recognised course Experience or keen interest in working with children with Autism, sensory processing difficulties, and developmental delays Confident in delivering interventions such as fine/gross motor programmes, sensory circuits, handwriting support, and classroom strategies Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with teaching staff and parents A background in paediatrics, mental health, or SEN environments is highly desirable Desirable Training: Sensory Integration training Moving and Handling certification Knowledge of Zones of Regulation, TEACCH, or other developmental frameworks Safeguarding Level 2 or above EHCP training or experience. Why Join This Primary School in Uxbridge? Supportive SLT and SENCO, committed to integrated therapeutic support Well-established SEN provision and access to intervention spaces Opportunities to shape OT provision across the whole school Regular CPD and external training opportunities in SEN and therapy Inclusive ethos that truly values the role of Occupational Therapy in learning What You'll Get as an Occupational Therapist: Competitive daily rates paid via PAYE - no umbrella fees! Ongoing supervision and support from experienced SEND professionals Access to over 400 free CPD courses to grow your skills Trial days to ensure this Uxbridgeschool is the right fit for you A dedicated consultant who understands the needs of allied health professionals in education Help children thrive in a supportive Uxbridge primary school - apply now to join as an Occupational Therapist and make a real difference every single day. Apply Today As a specialist SEND recruiter, child safety and welfare is our number one priority. That is why we conduct thorough checks on all our candidates, and ensure that they abide by our Candidate Code of Conduct. All Candidates will be required to provide an Enhanced DBS that is actively registered on the Update Service, or apply for one as part of the onboarding process. This is in addition to other mandatory compliance checks in line with the DfE guidelines. For further information please see our Safer Recruitment Policy. SENDhelp is an equal opportunities employer.