Occupational Therapist

Job description

Children’s Occupational Therapist - Specialist School

Dudley, West Midlands

Up to £44,000 per annum

Full-time, permanent

Overview:

Compass Associates is excited to be collaborating alongside a renowned Children’s Care and Specialist Education provider. Together, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist with a passion for working with children to join them on a full-time basis.

You will be joining a newly established school supporting children across Key Stages 2-5 with ASC, LD, and/or SEMH needs. The role will involve delivering 1:1 therapy sessions and conducting assessments, alongside supporting curriculum delivery with a focus on communication, independence, and sensory regulation. Additional responsibilities include attending MDT meetings, providing consultation and training to staff, and advocating for effective therapy input throughout the school environment.

Benefits

• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays which accrues with length of service
• Comprehensive induction
• CPD opportunities
• Enhanced mat/pat pay and pension contributions
• Life assurance
• EAP
• Eligibility for a blue light card
• Company wide awards

Essential criteria

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Strong background working with children within a specialist school environment
• UK driving licence and own car

Interview Process

Informal Teams call followed by a formal interview and walkaround of the school.

Contact Details:

To apply, or for more information and an informal confidential discussion please contact Jenny Marr on 0161 672 3174 or jmarr@compassltd.co.uk

Referrals

Compass Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as a Recruitment Consultancy for this permanent vacancy; we offer £500 vouchers of your choice for each successful recommendation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dudley

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-06-2026

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