Job Description

Senior Occupational Therapist - Prior's Court, Hermitage (Berkshire)

Salary:

40,950 - 47,250 p/a pro-rata (dependent on qualifications and experience)

Hours:

14 - 37.5 hours/week | 2-5 days/week | Full-year contract

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Hermitage, Berkshire

Driving Licence:

A full UK driving licence is required due to our location.

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting autistic young people? Would you like to be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking team at an organisation rated

'Outstanding' in all five areas

by Ofsted?

We're seeking a

Senior Occupational Therapist

to join our outstanding on-site team at Prior's Court, where therapeutic input is central to our young people's success.

Why Join Prior's Court?

Following our most recent Ofsted inspection, the contribution of our therapy team was described as:

"Highly adept therapeutic input and pastoral care have a profoundly positive impact. A sense of calm and focus pervades each classroom... supported by the expert therapeutic and nursing team, creating the optimal sensory, physical and communication environment."

You'll be joining a highly skilled, well-supported team where your expertise will truly make a difference.

The Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you'll:

Lead a team

of Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants Manage a

clinical caseload

of autistic young people with complex needs Oversee and implement

sensory integration and therapy programmes

Deliver

specialist assessments and interventions

using evidence-based approaches Play a key role in

training and mentoring

, including supporting OT apprentices Contribute to EHCPs, annual reviews, and service-wide therapy development Collaborate closely with education and residential staff to promote best outcomes

What You'll Need

Essential:

HCPC-registered Occupational Therapist Experience managing a caseload in a similar setting Background in autism, sensory processing, or complex needs Level 1 Sensory Integration qualification Strong clinical reasoning and programme development skills Ability to supervise, mentor and lead others

Desirable:

Team management experience Training delivery experience Background in education or residential care settings Level 2+ in Sensory Integration Membership with Sensory Integration Network

What We Offer

At Prior's Court, we value and invest in our people. You'll benefit from:

A competitive salary Ongoing

CPD and career development opportunities

A supportive, multidisciplinary environment The chance to make a

real, lasting impact

in the lives of autistic young people

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an experienced OT with leadership skills and a genuine passion for supporting autistic young people, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now

and take the next step in your career with a team that's transforming lives, every day.

Senior Occupational Therapist Lead Occupational Therapist Advanced Occupational Therapy Specialist OT OT Team Leader Clinical Lead OT Sensory integration (SI)
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,950.00-47,250.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free fitness classes On-site parking Referral programme
Schedule:

Day shift
Application question(s):

Do you have Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy (with HCPC registration)? Do you have Level 1 qualification in Sensory Integration (non essential)?
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: 773