Locum Paediatric Occupational Therapist -ASAP – Essex

Locum Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Specialist Day School
📍 Essex
💷 Up to £35 per hour

An independent specialist day school in Essex is seeking a locum Paediatric Occupational Therapist to support their high-quality educational provision for boys and girls. The school caters to pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism or those with clear evidence of being on the autism pathway.

The Role:

As a locum Occupational Therapist, you will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support pupils’ developmental, sensory, and functional needs within an educational setting. Responsibilities include:

• Assessing and supporting pupils’ occupational therapy needs
• Developing and implementing individualised intervention programmes
• Supporting sensory integration and functional skills development
• Advising teaching staff on strategies to support pupils in the classroom
• Monitoring progress and updating records in line with professional standards
• Collaborating with parents, carers, and school staff to promote consistent strategies
• Contributing to the holistic development and wellbeing of pupils

Requirements:

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Experience working with children, preferably with autism spectrum conditions
• Strong understanding of sensory, functional, and developmental interventions
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary educational team
• Excellent communication and record-keeping skills

What’s on Offer:

• Up to £40 per hour (DOE)
• Flexible locum hours
• Work in a specialist, supportive educational environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s development and learning

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Grace Snedden
📧 gsnedden@hg-ahp.com
📞 020 3475 4858

Make a difference in the lives of children with autism while working in a rewarding locum role in Essex.