Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire

Pulse

Berkshire (Turnford Office) permanent

Posted: January 27, 2026

Job Description

Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Berkshire

Location: Berkshire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Sociable working hours (no weekends or evenings after 6:30 pm)

Our client is seeking a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialist OT provision to pupils with autism. This role involves delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and support within an educational setting, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Clinical Practice and Intervention

• Maintain responsibility for OT interventions, ensuring high standards of care.

• Provide direct therapy to pupils as outlined in their EHCPs.

• Deliver small group OT sessions and develop individualized and class-based intervention programs.

• Embed OT strategies throughout the school environment.

• Collaborate with a wider team of therapists and adhere to professional ethical standards.

Assessment and Equipment

• Conduct comprehensive assessments using appropriate tools.

• Assess for specialist equipment, make recommendations, and ensure safe setup.

• Train parents, carers, and staff in equipment use and monitor safety.

Training and Support

• Plan and deliver staff training sessions and parent information sessions.

• Support the implementation of OT strategies across the school environment.

Professional Standards

• Maintain accurate clinical records, write detailed reports, and contribute to reviews.

• Manage workload efficiently and participate in CPD activities.

• Stay current with research, guidelines, and legislation relevant to practice.

Multi-Disciplinary Working

• Collaborate effectively with education staff, therapists, and other professionals.

• Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments and provide specialist advice.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary.

• Sociable working hours (no weekends or late evenings).

• Friendly and supportive team environment.

• Staff pension schemes (LGPS or Teachers Pension Scheme).

• Free parking and staff wellbeing services.

• Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.

• Opportunities for career progression (Masters, NPQs, UKsBA & QTS).

• Tastecard employee discount scheme.

• Sick pay and supervision support.

• Flexible work-from-home options for some roles.

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