Hammersmith & Fulham Council
SEN Occupational Therapist LBHF623881
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Salary range: £51,228 – £54,360 pro-rata per annum (equivalent to £39,406 – £41,815 per annum) Work location: 145 King Street, Hammersmith, London, W6 9XY Hours per week: 36 Contract type: Fixed-term for 12 months (term time only) Vetting requirements: Enhanced DBS check
Closing date: 31 July 2026 Interview date: 17 August 2026
Contact for Informal Discussion: Dorette Vermeulen Paediatric SEN Occupational Therapist Team Leader 📞 07881 960073 | ✉️ DORETTE.VERMEULEN@LBHF.GOV.UK
About the Role
We are seeking a paediatric occupational therapist to join our Special Educational Needs (SEN) Occupational Therapy team across schools in the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham.
In this role, you will provide direct and indirect interventions to support children and young people with a range of developmental, physical, social, communication, and emotional challenges. You will contribute towards achieving outcomes in their Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), while also collaborating with school staff to enhance tailored support.
Responsibilities include:
- Promoting school-led intervention through targeted training for teachers and parents.
- Supporting multidisciplinary teams to deliver inclusive education.
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The role operates on a term-time basis and is a fixed-term contract of 12 months. (For further details, see the Role Profile.)
Role-Specific Qualifications
- Degree/Diploma in Occupational Therapy.
- Post-qualifying experience working in paediatrics, including:
- Implementation of the Children and Families Act / SEND Code of Practice.
- Relevant clinical experience.
- HCPC registration (mandatory for practice).
Our Values
Our practice is built on these core principles:
- Fair: Treat everyone with compassion, respect the voices of all, and ensure equality of opportunity.
- Caring: Prioritise quality, continuous improvement, and transparent feedback, celebrating both successes and lessons learned.
- Collaborative: Partner with residents, schools, businesses, and third-sector organisations to achieve better societal outcomes.
- Driven: Commit to excellence and putting residents and communities first in everything we do.
Our Commitment to You
Total Reward & Flexibility
- Access to a comprehensive benefits package.
- As a flexible-workplace employer, all staff may request flexible working arrangements.
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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
We foster an inclusive culture by:
- Valuing diverse representation and open, transparent decision-making.
- Promoting fair recruitment, retention, and progression for all.
- Proactively addressing equity, diversity, and inclusion to embed fairness across our organisation.
Accessibility & Safeguarding
- Safeguarding: We uphold the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All employees must align with our safeguarding commitments.
- Equal Opportunities: No unnecessary requirements will discriminate, ensuring equitable access to roles for all. We assess needs on a case-by-case basis for adjustments in recruitment.
Requesting Adjustments
If you require support (e.g., alternative application formats), please contact: 📧 resourcing-peopleandtalent@lbhf.gov.uk | 📬 Postal address: The Town Hall, King Street, Hammersmith, W6 9JU
Hammersmith & Fulham Council is a Disability Confident Employer, actively committed to inclusive recruitment.
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