Occupational Therapist

Papillon House School, located in extensive woodlands in Tadworth, Surrey, is seeking a highly motivated Occupational Therapist to join their friendly and supportive occupational therapy team. The successful candidate will work with autistic pupils to develop independence and achieve their full potential.

The role is a band 6 equivalent and offers term-time working with 15 weeks of school holidays. The post involves running 1:1 and group occupational therapy sessions, as well as providing support to embed occupational therapy strategies within classes and across the school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and evaluation of occupational therapy needs for children attending Papillon House School
• Develop good working relationships with the multidisciplinary team to support children's development
• Use a range of communication tools to effectively communicate with children, carers, school staff, and external professionals
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and in-service training as necessary
• Maintain accurate and complete clinical records
• Support, advise, and train school staff to incorporate therapy into the school environment

Requirements:

• Recognised Occupational Therapy degree qualification or equivalent
• Evidence of successful completion of relevant post-qualification courses
• Module 1 Sensory Integration (Theory and Neuroscience)
• Health and Care Professionals Council (HCPC) registration
• British Association of Occupational Therapists (BAOT) registration
• Minimum of 2 years postgraduate experience
• Experience of working in the field of ASD

Desirable Qualifications:

• Module 2/3 Sensory Integration or working towards a certificate
• Therapeutic Listening Programme training
• DIR Floortime
• Intensive Interaction
• Membership of relevant Special Interest Groups