Job Description
SEN Senior Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7) – Kensington, London
Specialist SEN School | Full-Time | Permanent
£56,000 – £66,000 | Immediate or September Start
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to progress within a specialist SEN setting?
A well-established SEN school in Kensington is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist (Band 6/7) to join its multi-disciplinary team, supporting children and young people with autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication needs and complex learning profiles.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering and developing Occupational Therapy provision within a highly supportive, therapeutic education environment.
You will work closely with teachers, therapists, senior leaders and families to ensure pupils receive consistent, evidence-based support that enables them to access learning, build independence and achieve positive long-term outcomes.
Key responsibilities:
• Deliver specialist Occupational Therapy assessments, interventions and recommendations across the school
• Support pupils with sensory processing, emotional regulation, fine motor, gross motor and functional life skills development
• Develop and implement therapy programmes linked to EHCP outcomes
• Provide strategies, advice and training to teaching staff and wider school teams
• Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team including Speech & Language Therapists and SEN professionals
• Monitor pupil progress and maintain accurate clinical documentation
• Contribute to annual reviews, reports and whole-school therapeutic approaches
• Support and mentor junior therapists or therapy assistants where appropriate
• Build strong relationships with families and external professionals
The school follows a holistic, child-centred approach, combining therapy and education to create a supportive environment where pupils can thrive academically, socially and emotionally.
We are looking for someone who:
• Holds a recognised Occupational Therapy qualification
• Is HCPC registered and a member of RCOT (or equivalent)
• Has experience working with children and young people with SEN, autism and/or complex needs
• Has strong knowledge of sensory integration and neuro-affirming practice
• Has experience within schools, paediatric or specialist settings
• Demonstrates excellent communication, organisational and collaborative skills
• Has leadership or supervisory experience for Band 7 applicants
What the school offers:
• £56,000 – £66,000 salary depending on experience and banding
• A supportive and experienced multi-disciplinary team
• Ongoing CPD and career progression opportunities
• A collaborative therapeutic environment
• The opportunity to shape and influence Occupational Therapy provision across the school
This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist looking to step into a senior role within a forward-thinking SEN environment.
Apply now or send your CV to Stephen at KPI Education to be considered.
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