Job Description

Aurora White House School

Norfolk
Expiring soon

Salary:

Salary: 12.88 - 13.49 per hour (23,013.97 - 24,103.92 actual salary per year) Dependant on experience and qualifications

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Apply by:

4 July 2025

Job overview

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Occupational Therapy Assistant

Location:

Aurora White House School, Quidenham, Norwich, NR16 2NZ

Salary

: 12.88 - 13.49 per hour (23,013.97 - 24,103.92 actual salary per year) Dependant on experience and qualifications

Hours:

40 hours per week, Term time only

Aurora White House School

We're currently looking for an

Occupational Therapy Assistant

to join our school. You will provide direct support to the Occupational Therapy team in delivering comprehensive occupational therapy services that promote students' occupational, functional, and sensory development within the school setting. This role focuses on implementing targeted therapy programs and interventions for identified students in specific primary classes (Key Stage 1). The Occupational Therapy Assistant will collaborate closely with class team(s) and multidisciplinary therapists to foster an inclusive, enabling environment that supports students' active participation in both social and academic activities.


Part of the Aurora Group, Aurora White House School in Quidenham, Norwich provides day placements for students aged 5 to 11 years primarily with communication and interaction difficulties or specific learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Some may be on the autistic spectrum or have anxieties and difficulties that create barriers to learning.


With small classes, typically 7 children and a minimum of 3 staff per class you can focus on the needs of each student. There is a full clinical team onsite to support at all times and you will have the support of an experienced and stable SLT.

Key Duties

You will form part of the class teams playing an active role in the day to day activities whilst supporting with occupational therapy targets and work. Collaborate and assist the Occupational Therapist and class teams to develop and maintain sensory-friendly, enabling environment Support the Occupational Therapists in conducting comprehensive student assessments Deliver targeted interventions and therapeutic programs to classes and individual students under the guidance of the Occupational Therapy Team and broader clinical and SEN teams Partner with classroom teams to address students' sensory, motor, and occupational needs, facilitating the development of daily living skills and promoting engagement in social and academic activities Maintain effective communication with multidisciplinary colleagues and ensure accurate documentation and record-keeping Research, recommend, source, and create equipment and materials that enhance the delivery of occupational therapy services Assist senior clinical team members in developing training materials and delivering staff training in relevant therapeutic areas as needed Complete administrative tasks as assigned by senior clinical team members and clinical lead


Please note that duties will vary and you will be expected to contribute to the overall aims of the school when required. Please see the link below for our full job description:


- Occupational Therapy Assistant

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English Language qualification minimum Grade 4 or equivalent is essential.

Essential

Previous experience supporting or working with children and young people with Special Educational Needs Demonstrated interest in developing young people's functional capabilities, including daily living skills and sensory needs support Proven commitment to and experience working with children and young people with a range of Special Educational Needs Flexibility and the ability to work adaptively within a dynamic team environment Fluent in written and spoken English, with capability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences including students, parents, and professionals Strong time-management and organizational capabilities with ability to prioritize and manage individual workload effectively Resilience and adaptability when working in unpredictable environments Competent IT skills for administrative tasks, presentations, and record-keeping systems Creative and positive approach to addressing individual student needs Patient, caring, encouraging, and tactful demeanour Fundamental understanding of Occupational Therapy's role and purpose within special educational needs environments Excellent observational and active listening abilities

Desirable

Previous study or formal training in related field Experience in managing others and organising resource materials Innovative problem-solving and practical implementation skills Knowledge and experience supporting children with sensory processing differences Experience implementing motor development programs to enhance fine and gross motor skills Experience working with young people with autism spectrum conditions, social-emotional challenges, and learning difficulties Experience delivering clinical interventions for individuals with functional and/or sensory impairments Knowledge of evidence-based sensory support strategies and techniques


Due to the rural location of the school, candidates are strongly advised to hold a full UK driving licence and have access to their own vehicle.

Benefits and Additional Information

Be part of our successful team and also benefit from a generous package that includes:

Life assurance Enhanced pension scheme Free lunch when working Perkbox - offering high street discounts Employee assistance programme Car lease scheme and Bike to work scheme Fully funded training and qualifications Free membership to our Health cash back plan - Claim back money on services such as dental, optical, physio and many more. Family Swim

How to Apply:

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information, please contact Liz in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at Liz.hudson@theauroragroup.co.uk

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled.

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.

About

Aurora White House School

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Aurora White House School

Quidenham Road, Attleborough
Norfolk
NR16 2NZ
United Kingdom

+44 1953 887217###

Specialist academic and therapeutic provision in a caring, supportive environment, for children aged 5-11 who have experienced difficulties in mainstream settings.

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Welcome to our Special Needs Primary School in Quidenham, Norfolk

Welcome to Aurora White House, a unique learning environment that has the friendly and personal feel of a small village primary school, whilst also being rich in specialist provision.



I believe that having a sense of belonging is essential in helping children to thrive. It is for this reason that 'community' is central to our school's vision and identity.



As part of our community, your child will benefit from small class sizes, specialist teaching and a multi-disciplinary approach that helps remove barriers to learning.



Children want to be at this school.



Time and again we see those with previously poor attendance records coming in every day, making friends, and having fun - which tells me whatever it is we're doing, we're getting it right.



I'm so glad you've found us, and I look forward to welcoming you and your child into our community here at Aurora White House.

David Clarke, Headteacher

Our School

Aurora White House provides a

positive, welcoming learning environment

for children aged 6-11 (Y1 - Y6) who have experienced difficulties in mainstream settings.



Our

specialist teaching staff

cater for the full age range of primary pupils, from reception through to older children who are ready to transition to secondary school.



With

small class sizes

, a fantastic sense of community and exceptional standards of teaching and therapeutic support, our school is designed to promote academic achievement alongside comprehensive physical, social and emotional development.

Personalised learning

We offer

personalised learning

to every child, delivered both in class and within additional small-group or individual intervention sessions as required.



Our

mixed-year group

classes mean that children learn with peers of similar presentation, allowing for learning environments to be better matched to individual needs.



Our bespoke

'Creativity & Curiosity Curriculum'

employs a flexible model based around the foundation subjects in the National Curriculum.

Integrated therapy

Discrete therapeutic interventions

at Aurora White House are delivered by a highly skilled team of clinical staff, whose specialisms include occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, educational psychology and play/art therapy.



These interventions sit alongside a classroom experience which integrates therapeutic approaches on a

one-to-one, small group and whole class basis.

Promoting wellbeing

We place great importance on helping children learn how to manage their physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.

'Thrive'

principles and strategies are embedded across the school to encourage social and emotional development. This approach emphasises the importance of positive adult relationships, and makes use of various

arts and play-based activities.

All our children have access to an

indoor swimming pool,

a well-stocked

library

and a choice of

break-out areas,

as well as extensive outdoor recreation facilities including a large playing field, a

tree house

and an abundance of

magnificent woodland.

This woodland is used throughout the year for our

Forest School

program. Under the supervision of fully qualified practitioners, children in Forest school sessions are provided with opportunities to play, explore and create across the seasons and in all weathers.

Raising expectations

We value the

unique contribution

each individual can make in society and are committed to helping every child fulfil their potential.



We combine this ambition with a

positive approach

to behaviour management, encouraging the development of a strong sense of identity while promoting

effective interaction

with others.



By raising individual expectations, we

empower children

to make meaningful choices at every stage of their lives.

Our Facilities

Set in 34 acres of stunning Norfolk countryside, our school offers pupils access to a range of outdoor sport and recreation facilities.


Specialist facilities to support therapeutic interventions. Breakout areas for quiet time Extensive outdoor recreation areas Bespoke adventure play area and tree house Indoor swimming pool Forest School activities set in magnificent woodland

Proud to be a Forest School

Forest School is centred around the child, their needs and their interests.



Under the supervision of fully qualified practitioners, children are provided with opportunities to play, explore and create across the seasons and in all weathers.



Every child enjoys a tailored journey within Forest School through a combination of:


story-telling conservation learning about wildlife identifying different plants arts and crafts shelter-building

Our Curriculum

Our bespoke 'Creativity & Curiosity Curriculum' employs a flexible model based around the foundation subjects in the National Curriculum.



Each child's experience will be different, with all learning tailored to individual needs.



We also dedicate a lot of time to helping pupils develop essential life skills, including:


Communication and interaction Health and wellbeing management Understanding identity and relationships Understanding society and the wider world

Our classes are usually mixed-year groups, so children learn with peers of similar presentation.

Our Outcomes

We are proud to list evidence of the progress and performance of our pupils (for the previous academic year) below:


100% of our children have improved attendance records when joining us with many of them going on to achieve 100% attendance. 100% of children who receive literacy intervention make above expected progress and are narrowing the gap to their peers. 100% of children who have been with us for more than a term make progress in their THRIVE developmental stage, which helps support learning in all areas. Please note that you are wholly responsible for fact checking in respect of the information provided by schools. Please also check for the latest visa and work permit requirements that may apply. Tes is not responsible for the content of advertisements or the policies adopted by advertising schools. Tes asks that all schools follow

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