Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Berkshire Location: Berkshire Contract: Permanent Hours: Sociable working hours (no weekends or evenings after 6:30 pm) Our client is seeking a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialist OT provision to pupils with autism. This role involves delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and support within an educational setting, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure pupils achieve their full potential. Key Responsibilities: Clinical Practice and Intervention • Maintain responsibility for OT interventions, ensuring high standards of care. • Provide direct therapy to pupils as outlined in their EHCPs. • Deliver small group OT sessions and develop individualized and class-based intervention programs. • Embed OT strategies throughout the school environment. • Collaborate with a wider team of therapists and adhere to professional ethical standards. Assessment and Equipment • Conduct comprehensive assessments using appropriate tools. • Assess for specialist equipment, make recommendations, and ensure safe setup. • Train parents, carers, and staff in equipment use and monitor safety. Training and Support • Plan and deliver staff training sessions and parent information sessions. • Support the implementation of OT strategies across the school environment. Professional Standards • Maintain accurate clinical records, write detailed reports, and contribute to reviews. • Manage workload efficiently and participate in CPD activities. • Stay current with research, guidelines, and legislation relevant to practice. Multi-Disciplinary Working • Collaborate effectively with education staff, therapists, and other professionals. • Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments and provide specialist advice. Benefits: • Competitive salary. • Sociable working hours (no weekends or late evenings). • Friendly and supportive team environment. • Staff pension schemes (LGPS or Teachers Pension Scheme). • Free parking and staff wellbeing services. • Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities. • Opportunities for career progression (Masters, NPQs, UKsBA & QTS). • Tastecard employee discount scheme. • Sick pay and supervision support. • Flexible work-from-home options for some roles.