Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Liverpool

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.