Therapy Assistant (Strathmore School)

Start Date: September 2026

Hours: 14 Hours per Week, 39 weeks (term-time plus inset days)

Contract: Permanent

Salary: NJC Scale 6, spinal point 18 £11,864.79 (actual contracted hours per annum)

Location: Strathmore School, Hampton High campus

Due to the opening of our new campus in Hampton, we are seeking a part-time Therapy Assistant to work alongside our team of experienced Occupational Therapists and as part of our wider multidisciplinary team across the Trust. The Auriga Academy Trust comprises 3 high-achieving specialist schools catering to children with Special Educational Needs in the London Borough of Richmond.

Our vision is to provide an integrated therapeutic service that both underpins and complements the Auriga School curriculums, empowering every individual's unique voice and potential. We strive for a future where every Auriga student can make a meaningful contribution to their community by embracing their strengths, understanding and advocating for their own needs, and achieving personal success.

This position is available in Strathmore School, a happy, thriving, oversubscribed, and growing special school for children and young people aged 4 -19 with severe and complex learning difficulties, including those with an additional diagnosis of autism and/or physical/sensory disabilities. Strathmore is based across four campuses in Twickenham and Richmond. This role is based at our Hampton High campus, which is due to open in September 2026.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, committed, and flexible candidate who can work collaboratively and actively help shape the growing therapy service. The contract is offered on a term-time basis, working 39 weeks per year, 14 hours per week.

The Therapy Assistant will work under the guidance of a qualified Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Therapist and the Campus lead, with all pupils assigned within Strathmore school. The role includes carrying out tasks related to the Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy caseloads, including simple administrative tasks and the preparation of materials, in addition to planning and delivering programmes (under Therapist guidance).

You will be joining a friendly, supportive, and knowledgeable team, will be able to access a wealth of training and development opportunities, including robust clinical supervision and peer support.

Further benefits at the Trust include:

• Our Employee Assistance Program- available to support you in times of need.
• The Cycle to Work scheme- apply for a brand-new bike and equipment through your salary, saving up to 42%.
• Blue Light Discount opportunity
• Corporate Eye Care Scheme
• NHS payscale
• Recruitment Referral Scheme
• Wider opportunities for career progression and professional development across the Trust, with the ability to move across different settings and divisions.

Application closing date: midnight 21st June 2026

Interviews: week commencing 29th June 2026

If you would like to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the post, please contact the Director of Therapies, Kerri Morgan.

Safeguarding Statement: The Auriga Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a valid right-to-work status, satisfactory pre-employment checks such as references, a pre-employment health questionnaire, and an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). There is a shared commitment across the Trust to nurture a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, individuals are treated equitably and fairly, and they feel a sense of belonging. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy and to interview shortlisted candidates at any time before the closing date. We recommend you submit your application as early as possible.