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Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Liverpool
Liverpool
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- Role family
- Healthcare
- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- £37,600 – £45,400 per year
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
- First seen by hirly
- 1 Sept 2026
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Band 6/7 Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Specialist SEN School (Maternity Cover)
Location: Liverpool
Contract: Temporary (Maternity Cover until June 2026)
Hours: 3 days per week
Salary: £37,600 – £45,400 (pro rata, including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits
Our client is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their specialist SEN school team on a part-time basis, covering maternity leave until June 2026. This independent day school provides high-quality education for children and young people with a range of needs including ADHD, autism, speech, language and communication difficulties, and social and emotional challenges.
As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team, you will have the opportunity to work alongside Occupational Therapists trained in Sensory Integration, with access to an on-site SI room. You’ll also collaborate with Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, Counsellors, and Art Therapists, while supporting an on-site Occupational Therapy Apprentice.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver occupational therapy interventions tailored to children and young people with complex needs.
Complete functional assessments and develop individualised therapy plans.
Provide therapeutic input across group and one-to-one sessions.
Support educational colleagues to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routines.
Offer consultation, workshops, and training to staff teams.
Requirements
HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist.
Experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs.
Confidence in supporting teams to create clinically informed environments.
Strong communication, organisation, and leadership skills.
Commitment to achieving the best outcomes for young people.
Why Join?
Competitive salary aligned to Band 6/7 Agenda for Change .
Pro rata salary including full school holidays.
Comprehensive induction, supervision, and ongoing clinical development programme.
Flexible benefits including medical cover, wellbeing support, and high-street discounts.
Beautiful working environment with excellent facilities.
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