Job Description

Senior Occupational Therapist

Work pattern

: 5 days per week (39 weeks) per annum, term time only. Full time / part time hours are dependant on skill set

Start date

: TBC

Location: Eden Academy Trust - you may be required to work across two of our schools in the Southern hub. These include, Grand Union Village, Pentland Field, Pinkwell, Moorcroft and Pinn River, further information is listed below Note: Grand Union Village and Pinn River schools are both opening in January 2026*The role has provision to move around schools in the southern hub if needed, please see link for further information Our Schools - The Eden Academy Trust.

Eden Academy Trust

At the Eden Academy Trust we specialise in meeting the educational needs of children and young adults with a range of learning disabilities including those who are autistic and those who have physical or sensory needs.

Occupational Therapy

We passionately believe that therapies, including occupational therapy, are a vital part of school life and help our pupils access their education. Our amazing team of occupational therapists help each pupil achieve as much independence as possible within their activities of daily living.

The Role

To support our recent growth, we are looking for therapists to join us. The team has a high level of experience and is eager to support new graduates, new therapists with different levels of experience and welcome more senior therapists with experience. You will join a friendly and supportive team of professionals. Your caseload will be varied with pupils between 4 to 19 years old and you will have the opportunity to work with a wide spectrum of disabilities covering all aspects of occupational therapy.

The team works hand in hand with other therapists, and the school teaching staff, to deliver therapy in our SEN special schools. This will involve: assessment, advice, delivery of treatment sessions and service development. You may also contribute to therapy outreach services for schools outside the Eden Academy Trust.

Regular supervision and opportunities for career development are embedded standards in our team. We also ensure that all therapists have a varied caseload to support their professional and career development.

Applicants should be:

Qualified and HPCP registered occupational therapists. Comfortable to work with children and young people with learning disabilities. Passionate about delivering a high standard of care. Creative and flexible in their approach.
Applicants for the specialist and senior positions are expected to have experience in paediatric occupational therapy and have transferrable skills applicable to the position they apply for.

If you would like an informal discussion or further information, please contact Becky Lovelock at: Rebecca.lovelock@theedenacademy.co.uk.

Closing date

: 17th October 2025

Interviews

: W/C 5th November 2025

Diversity Statement

At Eden Academy Trust, we value and actively embrace diversity. We believe that a diverse school community strengthens learning, enriches experiences, and helps every child thrive.Across our schools, we are committed to creating a culture where all individuals regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or background are respected, represented, and supported.We understand the role of inclusive education in preparing young people for a complex and diverse society. We challenge discrimination, recognise and celebrate difference, and work continuously to promote equity and opportunity in everything we do.Our commitment to inclusion runs through our curriculum, our staffing and leadership, our policies, and our day-to-day interactions. We strive to practise cultural humility, anti-racism, and equitable approaches that meet the needs of all our pupils.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 44,474.06-48,222.89 per year

Expected hours: No more than 36 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay Transport links
Work Location: In person