Make a lasting impact beyond the classroom.
Protocol Education is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to work within a specialist school supporting pupils with Autism, SEMH, sensory processing differences and complex learning needs.
You’ll work closely with education staff to create practical strategies that enable pupils to access learning, improve independence and achieve their personal goals.
Role Information
- Full-time
- September start
- Monday-Friday
- Working hours between 8:30am and 4:30pm
- Term-time only
- Long-term role
Duties include
- Conducting occupational therapy assessments
- Delivering individual therapy programmes
- Developing sensory support plans
- Advising teaching staff on classroom adaptations
- Supporting EHCP reviews
- Working closely with families and external professionals
Ideal candidate
- Qualified Occupational Therapist
- HCPC Registered
- Experience within paediatrics or SEND preferred
- Strong communication skills
- Passionate about improving children's independence
Why Protocol Education?
- Competitive daily rates
- Weekly PAYE pay
- FREE CPD
- Dedicated consultant
- Permanent opportunities available
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Protocol Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with the DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’, this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer FREE online safeguarding and Prevent Duty training to all our workers. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and subscribe to the DBS Update Service.
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SEN Occupational Therapist in South Shields employer: Protocol Education Ltd
Join a nurturing nursery setting in LS11 where your passion for early years education can truly shine. We prioritise a supportive work culture that values your contributions, offers ongoing professional development, and fosters strong relationships with children and their families. With a focus on creating a safe and engaging environment, you'll find every day rewarding as you help little learners thrive.
