Consultant Occupational Therapist

Position: Consultant Occupational Therapist

Location: National (travel to schools required)

Contract Type: Flexible (Part-time or Full-time)

Salary: Competitive (based on experience) 

Transforming Independent Education with Therapeutic Expertise

We are seeking an exceptional Consultant Occupational Therapist to help shape and implement a sector-leading therapeutic model across our independent schools. This is a unique opportunity to drive meaningful change, empowering schools to meet the diverse sensory, motor, and coordination needs of their students. 

Key Responsibilities:

As a Consultant OT, you will play a pivotal role in developing a comprehensive therapeutic framework that enhances the support provided to children with additional needs. Your responsibilities will include:

• Assessment and Audits: Conduct school-wide audits and individual assessments to identify gaps in provision and support.
• Training and Development: Deliver tailored training sessions to teachers, SENCOs, and staff on sensory processing, motor coordination, and classroom strategies.
• Advice and Recommendations: Provide expert guidance to school leadership teams, helping to embed therapeutic approaches into daily practice.
• Resource Development: Create tools, frameworks, and practical resources that can be applied in classrooms and school environments.
• Therapeutic Programme Design: Support the development of bespoke intervention programmes for students with specific needs, including sensory regulation and motor skill development.
• Independent Practitioner Oversight: Review and monitor the work of independent practitioners providing OT services across schools. Ensure their processes, assessments, and recommendations align with the organisation’s ethos and therapeutic model.  Provide constructive feedback to ensure their interventions are proportionate, appropriate, and tailored to the needs of children.
• Collaboration: Work closely with school staff, parents, and external professionals to ensure a holistic and consistent approach.
• Monitoring and Evaluation: Develop systems to measure the impact of therapeutic interventions on student outcomes and school practices.

Person Specification:

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Occupational Therapist who can inspire, innovate, and collaborate effectively. The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional Qualifications: A degree in Occupational Therapy and current registration with the HCPC.
• Experience: Significant experience in paediatric or educational settings, with expertise in sensory processing and motor coordination.
• Training Skills: Proven ability to deliver engaging and impactful training sessions.
• Analytical Skills: A strong understanding of assessment tools, data collection, and intervention planning.
• Resourcefulness: Creative thinking in designing practical tools and strategies for diverse educational settings.
• Oversight Expertise: The ability to evaluate and guide the work of independent practitioners to ensure alignment with organisational values and best practices.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills to engage with multiple stakeholders.
• Commitment: Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

Why Join Us?

Be at the forefront of therapeutic innovation in education.

Work within a forward-thinking organisation committed to inclusion and excellence.

Shape a legacy of transformative support across multiple schools.

Enjoy flexibility in working hours and the opportunity to make a lasting impact. 

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your experience and vision for integrating therapeutic practices in schools to [email address] by [deadline date].

For further information about this role or an informal discussion, please contact Kicha Mitchell at kicha.mitchell@polariscommunity.co.uk 

Join us in making a difference. Together, we’ll help every child thrive.