Occupational Therapist

Job description

Job Description

£38,730 - £46,789 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits

Those Huge Small Victories

At Witherslack Group, we believe in the power of small victories. Our clinicians find fulfillment in making even the tiniest positive changes in the lives of our young people, and we celebrate every step forward!

Join Us at Bowersgate School

We’re excited to announce that Bowersgate School will open its doors in September 2026! This state-of-the-art facility will cater to up to 72 pupils aged 6-16, addressing a wide range of needs, including autism and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. As part of this groundbreaking initiative, you will play a vital role in shaping an outstanding educational experience for every pupil.

Our clinicians are integral to our innovative approach to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Working across our specialist schools and children’s homes, you will provide unparalleled clinical support to young people facing complex challenges, including developmental trauma and neuro-developmental conditions.

As a member of our multi-disciplinary clinical team, you will collaborate with educational and residential colleagues to create therapeutic living and learning environments. Your expertise will guide individualized interventions tailored to each young person’s needs.

What We Offer You

Your hard work deserves recognition! We provide a competitive salary and an exceptional benefits package, allowing you to make a real difference in the lives of our young people. Here’s what you can expect:

• Training: Comprehensive induction and on-the-job training to set you up for success.
• Holiday: Enjoy full school holidays, including bank holidays, because we value your time.
• Clinical Development: Access to a leading program for professional growth and advancement.
• Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits, such as life insurance, to suit your needs.
• Wellbeing: A range of wellbeing tools and support, including employee assistance programs.
• Medical Cover: Claim back costs for appointments like opticians or dentists, plus high-street discounts.
• Beautiful Working Environments: Work in top-notch facilities designed for optimal learning and care.
• Recommend a Friend: Earn a £1,000 bonus for every successful referral!

Bring Your Whole Self to Work

We embrace diversity and believe that our workforce should reflect the rich backgrounds of our young people. We’re looking for someone who:

• Is a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC.
• Has experience delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs.
• Can support teams around a child to create clinically informed living and learning environments.
• Is a confident, engaging leader and trainer.
• Is highly organized and proactive.
• Is committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people.

This is an incredible opportunity to transform young lives and positively impact their futures. You will receive the support, resources, and platform needed to excel, including supervision and access to a robust team of over 220 multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues.

Interested in Joining Us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is at our core. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and truly belongs.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we celebrate individuality and champion diversity, especially in neurodiversity. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities, and we are proud to be recognized as an inclusive employer.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we enhance our ability to support the children, young people, and families we serve, ensuring that every team member can thrive and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please refer to our resources.

To view our ex-offenders policy, please refer to our guidelines.

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the ‘Parents and Carers’ section of our website.

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

london (abbey wood)

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

22-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

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