About this role
Job summary
Occupational Therapist
Oxford, OxfordshireAcademic Year Contract£70 per hour£40 per hour travel time55p per mile mileage
KT Healthcare is a family-owned healthcare provider specialising in neurodevelopmental services, mental health and brain injury rehabilitation. We work closely with local authorities, schools and families to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a genuine difference.
We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Therapies team, supporting a young person in Oxford.
This is an excellent opportunity to deliver highly specialist occupational therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping a young person with autism to develop greater independence, improve emotional regulation and maximise engagement in education and everyday life.
Main duties of the job
The Role
Deliver weekly 40-minute direct occupational therapy sessionsProvide approximately 10 hours of indirect support across the academic yearSet meaningful therapy goals using a sensory integration approach informed by metacognitive, interoception-informed, regulation literacy and client-centred practiceSupport the young person to develop sensory awareness, emotional regulation, self-care, independence and fine motor skillsCoach and support school staff and other key adults to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routinesMonitor progress and adapt programmes to ensure interventions remain effectiveLiaise with parents, education staff and other professionalsMaintain accurate clinical records, attend multidisciplinary meetings and produce an annual review report where required
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
HCPC registration as an Occupational TherapistExperience working with children and young people with autism and additional needsKnowledge of sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practiceExperience supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independenceExcellent communication, report writing and multidisciplinary working skills.The ability to coach and empower families, education staff and other professionalsExperience supporting young people within educational settings would be highly desirable.
About us
What We Offer
£70 per hour£40 per hour travel time55p per mile mileageFlexible working arrangements agreed between the therapist, school, family and young person.Opportunity for further work as our services continue to grow.Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team.
This is a critical role and we are keen to hear from Occupational Therapists who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve meaningful outcomes through person-centred, evidence-based practice.
Job description Job responsibilities
Occupational Therapist
Oxford, Oxfordshire Academic Year Contract, to Start in September £70 per hour £40 per hour travel time 55p per mile mileage
KT Healthcare is a family-owned healthcare provider specialising in neurodevelopmental services, mental health and brain injury rehabilitation. We work closely with local authorities, schools and families to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a genuine difference.
We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Therapies team, supporting a young person in Oxford.
This is an excellent opportunity to deliver highly specialist occupational therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping a young person with autism to develop greater independence, improve emotional regulation and maximise engagement in education and everyday life.
The Role
Deliver weekly 40-minute direct occupational therapy sessions Provide approximately 10 hours of indirect support across the academic year Set meaningful therapy goals using a sensory integration approach informed by metacognitive, interoception-informed, regulation literacy and client-centred practice Support the young person to develop sensory awareness, emotional regulation, self-care, independence and fine motor skills Coach and support school staff and other key adults to embed therapeutic strategies into daily routines Monitor progress and adapt programmes to ensure interventions remain effective Liaise with parents, education staff and other professionals Maintain accurate clinical records, attend multidisciplinary meetings and produce an annual review report where required
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist Experience working with children and young people with autism and additional needs Knowledge of sensory integration principles and neuro-affirming practice Experience supporting emotional regulation, sensory processing and functional independence Excellent communication, report writing and multidisciplinary working skills. The ability to coach and empower families, education staff and other professionals Experience supporting young people within educational settings would be highly desirable.
What We Offer
£70 per hour £40 per hour travel time 55p per mile mileage Flexible working arrangements agreed between the therapist, school, family and young person. Opportunity for further work as our services continue to grow. Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team.
This is a critical role with a September start, and we are keen to hear from Occupational Therapists who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve meaningful outcomes through person-centred, evidence-based practice.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
HCPC registered OT
Desirable
SI paediatrics
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Kirsop-Taylor Healthcare Ltd
Address KT Healthcare
Chichester
West Sussex
PO19 8FY
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://kirsoptaylorhealthcare.com/ (Opens in a new tab)