School-Based Occupational Therapist

School-Based Occupational Therapist – Crondall, Hampshire, GU10
Join a specialist paediatric occupational therapy service supporting neurodiverse children and young people across educational and community settings in Crondall, Hampshire, GU10. As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will deliver assessment and intervention across schools, homes, clinics and community environments, with flexible working, structured clinical support and specialist development opportunities. This position suits an experienced paediatric Occupational Therapist looking to build further expertise across SEN and SEND settings.

Employment Type
Permanent position available on a full-time or part-time basis, with All Year Round or Term Time working options. No sponsorship available for this role. You must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Salary
£40,000 – £52,000 per annum, dependent on experience + benefits.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £40,000 – £52,000 per annum, dependent on experience
• Flexible full-time or part-time working options
• Home-based administration and report writing
• Caseload allocated within approximately 45 minutes of home
• Structured 3-month induction programme
• Weekly supervision during induction
• Monthly CPD sessions
• Sensory Integration training opportunities
• Trauma & Attachment training opportunities
• Quarterly team social events
• Strong clinical supervision and leadership support
• Clear progression opportunities from Band 6 to Band 7 level

Working Hours & Shift Pattern
Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time
Crondall, GU10 and surrounding service areas including Farnborough, Basingstoke, Winchester and Southampton.

• Minimum commitment of 3 days per week (22.5 hours)
• Opportunity to work up to full-time hours
• Minimum 38 weeks per year
• Flexible working structure with home-based administrative time
• Localised caseload allocation designed to minimise travel time

Job Description
As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will deliver specialist occupational therapy assessment and intervention for neurodiverse children and young people aged 2-25 across schools, homes, community settings and clinic environments in Crondall and surrounding areas. Working across allied health, private healthcare and private education settings, you will support children and young people with autism, sensory processing differences, SEND needs, learning disabilities and other developmental needs.

You will work as part of an established allied health team, completing occupational therapy assessments, developing individual treatment plans, delivering therapy programmes and contributing to EHCP processes and detailed clinical reports. The position provides scope to work independently while collaborating closely with families, education professionals and multidisciplinary colleagues, with structured supervision and specialist development supporting your continued paediatric practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality occupational therapy assessments for children and young people
• Support neurodiverse children with autism, sensory processing differences and developmental needs
• Complete EHCP assessments and contribute to statutory documentation
• Develop, implement and evaluate individualised treatment plans
• Provide therapy interventions within school, clinic, home and community settings
• Prepare professional reports, clinical recommendations and supporting documentation
• Work collaboratively with families, education professionals and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation
• Provide appropriate advice, training and guidance to schools and families
• Contribute to service quality, safeguarding and professional standards

Essential Requirements

• You must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available for this role.
• BSc Occupational Therapy or equivalent recognised qualification, with current HCPC registration
• Minimum 2-4 years of paediatric occupational therapy experience
• Experience supporting children and young people across paediatrics, neurodiversity, autism, sensory processing, SEN, SEND and EHCP-related practice
• Ability to independently assess, plan, deliver and evaluate occupational therapy interventions
• Excellent communication, relationship-building and professional report-writing skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, with the ability to manage a localised caseload independently
• Also suitable for: Occupational Therapist, Paediatric Occupational Therapist, Children's Occupational Therapist, School-Based OT, SEN Occupational Therapist, SEND Occupational Therapist

Company Culture
As a School-Based Occupational Therapist, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative clinical team focused on positive outcomes for children and young people. The service promotes continuous learning through a structured induction, weekly supervision during induction, monthly CPD and specialist training opportunities in areas including Sensory Integration and Trauma & Attachment. Flexible working, approachable clinical leadership and progression opportunities from Band 6 to Band 7 provide a supportive framework for developing your specialist paediatric career.

Apply Today
If you are an experienced School-Based Occupational Therapist seeking a permanent position in the Crondall area, this role offers the opportunity to develop your paediatric expertise while supporting neurodiverse children and young people across educational, clinical, home and community settings. Your assessment, intervention and relationship-building skills will be valued within a clinically supportive team offering specialist training and genuine progression opportunities. Apply today to take the next step in your occupational therapy career.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so early interest is warmly encouraged.

Contact Details
Recruit by Nature
George Francis
George@recruitbynature.co.uk
Direct Line: 0118 334 8424
WhatsApp: 07782217154