Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapy Lead

Position: Occupational Therapist
Type: Full-time, Permanent (Term Time Contract)
Part time may also be considered
Salary: £36,500 to £44,500 – Full time

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated therapy team at Riverston Secondary School, in Lee London, which is part of the Cavendish Education Group.

The ideal candidate will be sensory integration trained or have relevant training and experience working with children with sensory processing difficulties. They will have experience working in schools and with SEN pupils, particularly with Autism and ADHD. Pupils may also have associated learning differences including Dyslexia and Dyspraxia as well as anxiety issues.

The post holder will work collaboratively with education staff, therapists, and the student and family to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. You will be responsible for holding an Occupational Therapy caseload of students who may present with a variety of functional and sensory needs and may require support to access aspects of their education. Most students will have an EHCP and you will be responsible for providing the OT provision for those who have it quantified.

With the full support of our well-established and knowledgeable Therapy Team, you will also contribute to staff training, consultation, whole school programs, and reflective practice. This position would suit an enthusiastic and creative individual, with the ability to work autonomously and as part of a team. You will be able to make clinical decisions and manage a busy workload of both direct and indirect provision.

You will also be responsible for providing clinical supervision to other members of the OT team – including OT assistants at Riverston School.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assessment & Reporting: Conduct assessments, write reports, and outline support strategies.
• Interventions: Plan and deliver individualised and group interventions.
• Collaboration: Work with pupils, support networks, and agencies to communicate and meet needs.
• Training & Advice: Train staff and provide specialist strategy advice.
• Progress Monitoring: Track and report on pupil progress.
• Environmental Audits: Ensure learning environments meet pupils' needs.
• Teamwork: Collaborate and support the Therapy Team, our Multi-Disciplinary team, and school staff.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable success in offering Occupational Therapy Services to children with ASC.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post qualification experience.
• HCPC Registered.
• Sensory Integration trained or have relevant training and experience working with children with sensory processing difficulties.
• Excellent attention to detail and proactive in proposing service development.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• A flexible, ‘can do’ attitude.
• Ability to engage children with SEN/ASC needs.

About Us
At Riverston School we specialise in nurturing success for students aged 11-19, who have learning differences. Most students have an EHCP and their places are funded by the local authority.

We have outstanding teachers, in-school therapists, very small classes, and a multiple pathway curriculum that ensures each student finds their own success in our school and in life. The ethos of Riverston School is that of helping every child fulfil their potential, through a genuinely bespoke and child-centred, multi-disciplinary approach to learning. There is no entrance examination for admission to Riverston School.

Why Choose Riverston School?
At Riverston school, we prioritise a supportive and inclusive environment where both pupils and staff can thrive. Joining our team means:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• A school culture that prioritises pupil and staff well-being.
• Opportunities to learn and grow within an Ofsted Outstanding rated school (Nov 2022).
• Flexible Pension benefits.
• Free lunch and parking.
• Collaboration with a cohesive team dedicated to holistic pupil growth and success.
• External clinical supervision.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including enhanced checks with the Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years, and we will need to request references from where you have previously worked with Children. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.