Xander Recruitment Group
Occupational Therapist - SEN School
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Occupational Therapist – Specialist Education Setting
Salary: £45,000
Location: Newcastle
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent – Term Time Only Hours
Our client, a well-established specialist education and care provider in the North East, is seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist to join their multidisciplinary team, supporting young adults with learning and physical disabilities.
This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact within an organisation committed to delivering person-centred support and empowering individuals to achieve greater independence, wellbeing and life outcomes.
Working closely with education staff, families and external healthcare professionals, you will help deliver a holistic approach to supporting students with diverse needs.
The Role
As an Occupational Therapist, you will deliver high-quality assessments and interventions that support students in achieving their educational, personal and independent living goals.
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You will play a key role in embedding therapeutic strategies into everyday learning environments and contributing to a collaborative, student-focused approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, student-centred occupational therapy assessments and interventions.
- Support young adults with a range of physical, sensory and learning needs.
- Promote participation and engagement in education, daily living and wider life activities.
- Develop individualised therapy programmes tailored to each student's needs.
- Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reviews and ongoing support planning.
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, support teams, families and external professionals.
- Embed therapeutic approaches into day-to-day educational settings.
- Provide guidance, supervision and support to colleagues where appropriate.
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About You
We’re looking for a qualified Occupational Therapist who is passionate about helping young adults achieve greater independence and improve their quality of life.
Requirements:
- HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
- Experience supporting young people with learning disabilities, physical disabilities, autism and/or behaviours that challenge.
- Excellent communication and collaborative working skills.
- A creative, person-centred and proactive approach to therapy.
- A genuine passion for supporting young adults to reach their full potential.
How to Apply
Contact Jamie Carroll on 07722295499 or email jamie@xandergroup.co.uk.
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