Occupational Therapist (Maternity Contract)
Job Description
Are you an Occupational Therapist looking for a good work life balance?
At National Star, we don’t just work—we transform lives.
We’re looking for a compassionate, dedicated Occupational Therapist to become a vital part of our vibrant multi-disciplinary team covering a period of maternity leave primarily based at our Ullenwood campus. We can be flexible with regards salary levels depending on your level of experience and can consider locum or temporary contracts. Please contact us for an initial discussion.
You’ll empower young people with complex physical and learning difficulties, helping them develop skills, confidence, and independence. You’ll use your creativity and clinical expertise to design personalised therapy programmes that don’t just meet needs—they unlock potential.
Your role will include:
* Designing and delivering safe, meaningful interventions that enhance wellbeing, skill development, and independence
* Working closely with students, families, and professionals to achieve life-changing outcomes
* Managing your own caseload with autonomy and accountability
* Keeping accurate, respectful records in line with professional standards
* Always putting the student at the heart of what you do
What you will bring:
* BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration (and ideally, RCOT membership) - we can consider newly qualified graduates or those with some experience to build upon as you progress your career with us.
* Previous experience in paediatrics, neurology, acquired brain injury, wheelchairs and special seating, complex disability, profound and multiple learning disability or sensory integration would be of particular interest to us
* A heart for learners with complex needs—and the resilience, skill and creativity to support them
* The ability to communicate with empathy and clarity across all levels working across multidisciplinary teams internally and externally
* A positive, proactive approach to collaboration, problem-solving and reflection
* Access to transport and the flexibility to occasionally travel to other campuses
Please note:
We will conduct interviews during the course of the advertisement and may close the vacancy early if successful appointment is made - please apply early
Contract Type: Temporary Maternity Contract | Contract: Full time Term time only or all year based contract | Salary: from £32,719.97 depending on experience | Location Status: On site (Ullenwood) | Interview Date: TBC | Closing Date: 12/04/2026
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