Specialist Occupational Therapist

Job description

Specialist Occupational Therapist - Brand-new Specialist Autism School

£58,133 - £65,261 DOE

Permanent, full-time, term-time only

Location: South-west London

Compass Associates are proudly working with a leading independent provider of specialist education, playing an integral role in local communities across the UK. Together, we are seeking a Specialist Occupational Therapist in a brand-new specialist school in Southwest London.

As the Specialist Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in shaping and embedding a therapeutic approach across the school. Working collaboratively with education and clinical colleagues, you will ensure therapy is fully integrated into both the curriculum and daily school life, enabling pupils to access consistent, meaningful support throughout their educational journey.

You will work collaboratively with school leadership, the Clinical Lead and wider therapy teams to develop effective systems, therapeutic interventions and whole-school approaches that support pupils with autism spectrum conditions and associated communication needs.

Essential Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Occupational Therapy
• HCPC registration and ongoing CPD
• Experience working in a specialist school with children with ASC
• Positive learning mindset
• Adaptable and open to development
• Interested in autism practice
• Strong communication skills
• Collaborative approach
• Passionate about building a new provision

Location

The school is based in South-west London and is easily commutable from Central and Southwest London, including Waterloo, Victoria, Vauxhall, Clapham, and Wandsworth, as well as Woking, St Albans, and Brighton.

Benefits

• Life Assurance
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounts on cinema trips, electronics, fashion, home and garden, travel, groceries, gifts, utilities, health and fitness
• Treats for your birthday
• Long service awards
• Employee of the month awards
• Wellbeing support and advice
• Training and development

Interview Process

• One-stage, in-person interview process held at one of the provider’s existing specialist services

Contact Details

If you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next challenge in a specialist school, please contact Harriet Bradbury on 0161 527 9634, or email your CV to hbradbury@compassltd.co.uk.

Recommendations

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy. We offer a £500 voucher/charity donation for successful referrals following completion of probation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Clapham

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-05-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English