Occupational Therapist - Autism & SEND Team

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Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Autism & SEND Team
Specialism: AHP - Occupational Therapy
Location: Tadworth, Surrey, UK
Salary: £35.00 - £40.00 per hour
Type: Full Time (Ongoing)

Occupational Therapist - Autism & SEND Team within AHP - Occupational Therapy in Tadworth, UK, earning £35.00 to £40.00 per hour. This ongoing opportunity offers a full-time position where you can make a significant impact supporting children with Autism and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Join a multidisciplinary team within an independent specialist education setting for pupils aged 7 to 16 years, while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of Tadworth in Surrey.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning, develop independence, and achieve positive outcomes through specialist therapeutic interventions.

Perks and benefits

• Full Time: Enjoy the stability of a full-time role, allowing you to build meaningful relationships with pupils and colleagues.
• Competitive Hourly Pay: Earn between £35.00 and £40.00 per hour, reflecting your expertise and experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from the flexibility and rewards of locum work while maintaining a fulfilling personal life.
• Multidisciplinary Working: Collaborate with a skilled team of professionals, promoting shared learning and holistic support.
• Professional Development: Access ongoing opportunities to enhance your skills and further your career within a specialist SEND environment.
• Varied Caseload: Work across a diverse range of needs, ensuring every day brings new challenges and rewarding experiences.

What you will do

• Assess motor, perceptual, and sensory integration skills of children and young people using a variety of assessment tools and methods.
• Complete comprehensive Occupational Therapy assessments, clearly communicating findings and recommendations.
• Deliver Occupational Therapy interventions tailored to individual, group, and classroom-based needs.
• Develop and contribute to multidisciplinary therapeutic support plans.
• Support pupils in accessing learning opportunities and improving overall wellbeing.
• Produce detailed reports to support Annual Reviews and Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes.
• Deliver sensory, functional, and life skills interventions tailored to individual needs.
• Provide practical advice, training, and guidance to educational staff, parents, and carers.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation in line with professional standards.
• Participate in service development and quality improvement initiatives to enh