Occupational Therapist (OT) - Part Time Maternity Cover

Join Our Team: Occupational Therapist Opportunity

• Part Time - Three days per week 08:30-16:30 (potentially able to accommodate two days per week)
• Maternity Cover - Approximately 12 Months from January 2025
• 40 weeks working per year centered around when the school is in session.
• FTE Salary £32,140.00 to 42,669.00

The Holmewood School is an Outstanding independent day school for neurodivergent children and young people (ages 7 to 19) with a primary diagnosis of Autism. We are proud of our Advanced Autism Accreditation from the National Autistic Society (NAS) and our inclusive, dynamic community across three North London sites (Woodside Park, Muswell Hill, and Finchley Central).

We are seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our Multidisciplinary Team (MDT). You’ll work alongside a full-time Occupational Therapist to support our students' diverse needs.

Your Role:

• Conduct assessments and deliver tailored interventions for students aged 7-19.
• Collaborate closely with the MDT and education colleagues to provide holistic OT input and training.
• Work across all three sites as required to meet the needs of our students.
• Access ongoing external training to support your professional development and ensure you have the skills needed for this role.

What We Offer:

• Specialist training and support as required, tailored towards the candidate’s interests.
• A collaborative environment within the Cavendish Education family of schools, where creativity and “thinking differently” are celebrated.
• The opportunity to be part of an innovative, supportive community committed to staff wellbeing and growth.

What We’re Looking For:

• HCPC Registration and a Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• At least two years of experience working with autistic children and young people.
• Strong knowledge of autism, neurodiversity, and relevant interventions (e.g., Sensory Integration, Executive Function Skills).
• Flexibility, a sense of humour, resilience, reliability, and a passion for working with neurodivergent students.

Benefits:

• Working days to be mutually agreed for the successful candidate.
• Extensive support for your personal and professional growth.
• A chance to make a real impact on the lives of young people with neurodivergent needs, working within a creative, forward-thinking team.

Interested? We welcome you to contact for more information or to discuss the position, to do so please contact Louise Wallis-Jones (Multidisciplinary Therapy Team Lead) at 020 3908 8991 or lwallis-jones@thsl.org.uk.

Interview Process - Interviews will be held in two stages. The first stage will take place online via Google Meet with the MDT Lead. The second stage will consist of an in person interview with the MDT Lead and Headteacher and a written task.

How to Apply

The closing date for applications via TES is Monday, 18th November 2024, at 10pm.

Please apply early as we may close the advert once posts are filled.

 Applicants must be able to provide evidence of having the right to live and work in the UK. We are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check prior to employment. All candidates are also required to declare any cautions or convictions at the point of application. 

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age. We encourage diversity in our staffing in order for children and young people to see themselves represented in society.