Occupational Therapist (Band 5/6) – Ealing area

About the role

Hays Education is recruiting qualified Occupational Therapists for two SEN schools in the Ealing area – one for primary pupils and one for secondary pupils. You will work within specialist education settings, supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional and complex needs.

Key responsibilities

• Assess pupils' functional, sensory and motor needs.
• Deliver individual and group‑based OT interventions.
• Support pupils with sensory integration, fine and gross motor skill development.
• Contribute to EHCP outcomes and multidisciplinary planning.
• Collaborate with teaching staff, SENCOs, therapists and families.
• Provide practical strategies to facilitate access to learning and daily activities.

Required profile

• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC registration.
• Experience working with children or young people with SEN in education or clinical settings.
• Strong communication and collaborative working skills.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply.

Required skills

• Sensory integration techniques.
• Functional assessment.
• Motor skill development.
• EHCP planning.

What we offer

• Access to PSL‑only SEN school therapist roles in the Ealing area.
• 12‑month interim contract or permanent placement, depending on school needs.
• Flexible work options.
• Dedicated consultant with SEN and therapy sector expertise.
• Ongoing CPD and safeguarding support.