Band 5 Occupational Therapist

Band 5 Occupational Therapist – Cognus Limited

Apply for the Band 5 Occupational Therapist position at Cognus Limited.

Job Summary

We are looking for an occupational therapist who is passionate about working with children aged 4‑25 years with complex needs in a multidisciplinary team across the London Borough of Sutton.

About the Organisation

Cognus Therapies is a multidisciplinary team supporting children and young people within schools, colleges, and specialist provisions. The Band 5 therapist will work mainly at the Sherwood Foundation School – Sherwood Hill Campus, Carshalton, Surrey (SM5 3HW) and also at the Cognus Ltd base in Wallington.

Role & Responsibilities

• Work within a multidisciplinary occupational therapy team.
• Visit children and young people in their educational settings.
• Complete assessments and deliver therapy programmes to individuals or small groups.
• Offer advice and support to parents/carers and teaching staff.
• Maintain high‑standard records and reporting.
• Liaise with school staff, head teachers, SENDCos and other professionals.
• Contribute to statutory assessments, EHCP reviews and professional advice.
• Attend team meetings, clinical and managerial supervision.
• Promote evidence‑based practice, participate in clinical audits and CPD activities.
• Ensure all safeguarding, data protection and health‑and‑safety policies are followed.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential

• Degree level or equivalent in Occupational Therapy.
• Registered with HCPC and RCOT.
• Knowledge of assessment tools and therapy interventions.
• Excellent organisational and ICT skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals.
• Commitment to safeguarding and the company’s Equal Opportunity & Dignity at Work policies.

Desirable

• Prioritising and delivering high‑standard results.
• Experience working in educational settings.
• Experience as a paediatric occupational therapist.

Employment Details

Salary: £35,073.92 – £44,026.66 a year (including HCAS, pro‑rata for term time only).
Contract: Permanent.
Working pattern: Full‑time, flexible and term‑time hours.
Reference number: N0016‑25‑0012.

Application Process

Applications are subject to a safe‑recruitment process, including an enhanced DBS check, reference and verification of qualifications, right to work, and fitness‑for‑work assessment.

Equality & Diversity Statement

Cognus is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and young people.