Occupational Therapist

1 week ago


Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom Octavia House Schools Full time £25,000 - £40,000 per year

We have unique & exciting opportunities for therapists to make a genuine difference in our pupils' lives at our trauma-centred therapeutic schools, in Essex.

Octavia House Schools have been leading the way in therapeutic education since 2012. Our schools in London and Essex are both judged to be 'outstanding' in all areas by Ofsted.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our skilled and collaborative therapy team, working full-time across our Essex schools.

All our pupils have education, health and care (EHC) plans for their adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. So we are looking for relevant experience and understanding of these needs.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT OHS

  • New, highly-competitive pay scales
  • An opportunity to be part of a unique, seamless therapeutic team model.
  • Vitality's private healthcare package which includes health, medical and dental insurance, lifestyle benefits, heavily-discounted gym membership and various rewards.
  • An Apple MacBook to use at school and at home.
  • Opportunities for high-quality professional development and career progression, and financial support of up to 100% towards relevant professional qualifications

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.

We welcome candidates who are available to start from January 2026 (or earlier by mutual agreement).

For further information about our schools, a detailed job description, and information on the application process please visit:  Please share your CV and short statement to 



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