Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Therapies team, supporting a young person in Welwyn Garden City.
This is an excellent opportunity to deliver highly specialist occupational therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping a young person with autism to develop greater independence, improve emotional regulation and maximise engagement in education and everyday life.
Main duties of the job
The Role
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Deliver weekly direct occupational therapy sessions as well as ad-hoc indirect support across the academic year
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Set meaningful therapy goals using a sensory integration approach informed by metacognitive, interoception-informed, regulation literacy and client-centred practice
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Support the young person to develop sensory awareness, emotional regulation, self-care, independence and fine motor skills
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Coach and support school staff and other key adults to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routines
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Monitor progress and adapt programmes to ensure interventions remain effective
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Liaise with parents, education staff and other professionals
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Maintain accurate clinical records, attend multidisciplinary meetings and produce an annual review report where required
About us
KT Healthcare is a family-owned healthcare provider specialising in neurodevelopmental services, mental health and brain injury rehabilitation. We work closely with local authorities, schools and families to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a genuine difference.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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Deliver weekly direct occupational therapy sessions as well as ad-hoc indirect support across the academic year
-
Set meaningful therapy goals using a sensory integration approach informed by metacognitive, interoception-informed, regulation literacy and client-centred practice
-
Support the young person to develop sensory awareness, emotional regulation, self-care, independence and fine motor skills
-
Coach and support school staff and other key adults to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routines
-
Monitor progress and adapt programmes to ensure interventions remain effective
-
Liaise with parents, education staff and other professionals
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Maintain accurate clinical records, attend multidisciplinary meetings and produce an annual review report where required
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC Registration
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd
Address
Welwyn Garden city
Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire
AL8 6AE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Hertfordshire Job details employer: Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare
KT Healthcare is an exceptional employer for Paediatric Speech and Language Therapists, offering flexible working hours that allow you to balance your professional and personal commitments. With a supportive multidisciplinary team and ongoing opportunities for growth, you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people in Oxfordshire while enjoying competitive rates and a varied caseload.
