Fully Remote Role)
Integrity Education Solutions are supporting a specialist national online school in the appointment of an experienced Occupational Therapist to join its established virtual therapy team.
This innovative provision delivers therapeutic education remotely to children and young people with complex co-morbid needs, including neurodiversity, emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), trauma, and significant mental health challenges. The role offers a rare opportunity to work flexibly while making a meaningful impact on pupils who are unable to access traditional education settings.
The Occupational Therapist will provide remote assessments and therapeutic interventions to pupils accessing online education. Working as part of a multidisciplinary clinical and education team, the post-holder will support young people to engage in learning by addressing sensory, emotional, and occupational needs. The role includes managing a specialist caseload of pupils with high levels of trauma and adverse childhood experiences, while also contributing to whole-school therapeutic practice through training, consultation, and staff support.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions remotely
* Support pupils with sensory regulation, anxiety, engagement, and functional skills
* Work with pupils identified on EHCPs and identify unmet OT needs through observation
* Develop and implement bespoke sensory programmes and strategies
* Create individual sensory passports and share strategies with teaching staff
* Support staff and families to embed OT strategies within home and online learning
* Contribute to multidisciplinary risk assessments and care planning
* Write clear, high-quality reports and maintain accurate clinical records
* Liaise with parents/carers, education staff, and external professionals
Key Requirements
* Holds a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
* Registered with the HCPC and the British College of Occupational Therapists
* Minimum 3 years’ post-qualification experience, including work with high-risk or complex pupils
* Strong experience supporting children and young people with SEMH, ASC, trauma, or EBSA
* Confident working within multidisciplinary teams
* Highly organised, reflective, and able to work independently in a remote setting
* Committed to safeguarding and therapeutic, child-centred practice
What’s On Offer
* Fully remote working model with structured clinical support
* Opportunity to work within an established, values-led therapeutic education service
* Supportive multidisciplinary team and strong clinical leadership
* Ongoing CPD and professional development opportunities
* The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of vulnerable young people
If this role is of interest, contact Kenny Fraser at Integrity Education Solutions.
Integrity Education Solutions is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check