Location: Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire
Hours: Flexible
Contract: Associate/self employed
Rate: £70 per hour, £40 per hour travel time, 55p per mile mileage
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. 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 a language disorder associated with deafness. The Role 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
Maintain accurate clinical records, attend multidisciplinary meetings and produce an annual review report where required
About You We're looking for someone who has: HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist
Experience working with children and young people with autism and additional needs
Knowledge of sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practice
Experience supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independence
Excellent communication, report writing and multidisciplinary working skills.
The ability to coach and empower families, education staff and other professionals
Experience supporting young people within educational settings would be highly desirable.
What We Offer A supportive and professional working environment
Access to group training and continued professional development
Regular peer support and 1:1 supervision sessions
Flexible working arrangements
Highly competitive rates of pay
Flexible working arrangements agreed between the therapist, school, family and young person.
Opportunity for further work as our services continue to grow.
This is a critical role and we are keen to hear from Occupational Therapists who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve meaningful outcomes through person-centred, evidence-based practice.
Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Hertfordshire in Welwyn Garden City employer: KT Healthcare
KT Healthcare is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Speech and Language Therapists in Northampton. With competitive pay rates, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth, we prioritise the well-being of our staff while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people with complex communication needs. Join us to be part of a family-owned healthcare provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centred support.
