Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire
pulse· Allied Health
About this role
Paediatric Occupational Therapist – Berkshire
Location: Berkshire
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Sociable working hours (no weekends or evenings after 6:30 pm)
Our client is seeking a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialist OT provision to pupils with autism. This role involves delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and support within an educational setting, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Practice and Intervention
- Maintain responsibility for OT interventions, ensuring high standards of care.
- Provide direct therapy to pupils as outlined in their EHCPs.
- Deliver small group OT sessions and develop individualized and class-based intervention programs.
- Embed OT strategies throughout the school environment.
- Collaborate with a wider team of therapists and adhere to professional ethical standards.
Assessment and Equipment
- Conduct comprehensive assessments using appropriate tools.
- Assess for specialist equipment, make recommendations, and ensure safe setup.
- Train parents, carers, and staff in equipment use and monitor safety.
Training and Support
- Plan and deliver staff training sessions and parent information sessions.
- Support the implementation of OT strategies across the school environment.
Professional Standards
- Maintain accurate clinical records, write detailed reports, and contribute to reviews.
- Manage workload efficiently and participate in CPD activities.
- Stay current with research, guidelines, and legislation relevant to practice.
Multi-Disciplinary Working
- Collaborate effectively with education staff, therapists, and other professionals.
- Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments and provide specialist advice.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary.
- Sociable working hours (no weekends or late evenings).
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
- Staff pension schemes (LGPS or Teachers Pension Scheme).
- Free parking and staff wellbeing services.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Opportunities for career progression (Masters, NPQs, UKsBA & QTS).
- Tastecard employee discount scheme.
- Sick pay and supervision support.
- Flexible work-from-home options for some roles.
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This Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire role at pulse is based in Berkshire. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Which team or department does the Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire at pulse belong to?
This Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire position is part of the Allied Health department at pulse. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire job at pulse posted?
This Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire position at pulse was posted on Dec 17, 2025. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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