Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Sensory Integration

*Physiotherapist or Speech and Language Therapist - Sensory Integration

Location:

Based in Bury, Lancashire, with community work across the North of England

Hours:

Full Time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary:

45-55k

At

Rehabilitation for Independence

, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to live life on their own terms. We are looking for a

dedicated Occupational Therapist

to join our

Sensory Integration Team

, helping children and young people overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

This is a community-based role, so the ability to travel is essential. You'll work in

clinic, home, and school settings

, supporting clients with mixed needs and diagnoses, including Autism and ADHD. Alongside hands-on therapy, you'll play a key role in progressing cases through the rehabilitation process, keeping local authorities informed of each child's journey.

We will also consider

Physiotherapists or Speech & Language Therapists

with relevant

sensory integration experience and qualifications

.

What You'll Be Doing

Assess

motor, sensory, and perceptual skills

and their impact on daily life

Use

standardised and non-standardised assessments

to tailor support to each client

Create

individualised treatment plans and reports

that track progress and outcomes

Work collaboratively with families, schools, and local authorities to ensure the best possible support

Handle

challenging behaviours

with confidence, care, and a person-centred approach

About You

HCPC-registered

Occupational Therapist with a recognised degree/qualification

At least

2 years' experience

working with children or within education

Knowledge of

Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Integration Therapy

Experience in writing

Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) reports

SI Modules 1 & 2

(desirable) - we will support the right candidate to complete further training

Membership with the Royal College of Occupational Therapists

Why Join Us?

At Rehabilitation for Independence, we believe in empowering both our clients and our team. When you join us, you become part of a specialist healthcare team dedicated to neurorehabilitation and complex care--where your expertise is valued, and your impact is real.

Be part of something meaningful.

Work in a dynamic, growing private practice where every role contributes to life-changing outcomes.

Feel supported, every step of the way.

Join a friendly, inclusive team with dedicated office and admin support, so you can focus on what you do best.

Shape your career, your way.

Enjoy flexibility in your role, with the freedom to build a working week that suits you.

Grow with us.

Access professional development, specialist training, and supervision from a Senior Occupational Therapist to refine your skills and expand your expertise.

Make a real difference.

Work with a diverse caseload where no two days are the same, and every success--big or small--matters.

How to Apply

Want to learn more? Take a look at the and Person Specification to see if this role is right for you.

Let's chat. If you have any questions or just want to find out more, give us a call on 0161 762 9876--we'd be happy to arrange a quick phone or Teams conversation.

Ready to apply? Send your CV and a cover letter to Mark@rehabforindependence.co.uk--we'd love to hear from you.

Closing Date

: 4th June

Interviews

: 9th June

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Health & wellbeing programme Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Experience:

Neuro Rehabilitation: 3 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

HCPC registered (required) Driving Licence (required)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 04/06/2025
Reference ID: RFI 164