About This Role
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.
We are excited to offer this unique opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to make a genuine difference in our pupils' lives at our trauma-centred therapeutic primary and secondary schools in London.
We are seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our OHS London team. The successful applicant will be providing support to pupils across our London sites; Vauxhall (KS1-2), Nine Elms (KS3) and Kennington (KS4).
You’ll join a passionate team delivering a high-quality therapeutic model of education, supporting and building relationships with pupils who have ACEs and complex SEMH needs, as well as other associated SEND.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Ensuring the seamless therapeutic, relationships-first, therapy offer is maintained; collaborating with colleagues in classrooms and offering effective therapy programmes
Readily providing therapeutic support in class, maintaining visibility and supporting learning
Liaising with colleagues and external professional
Being a key point of contact for families in relation to therapy, supporting and collaborating with external professionals as required.
Ensure that a coherent, consistent internal reporting system is adhered to for all therapies
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.
Opportunities for high-quality professional development and career progression, and financial support of up to 100% towards relevant professional qualifications.
Early applications are encouraged.
We welcome candidates who are available to start from March 2026.
For further information about our schools please visit: https://www.ohs.uk/Vacancies/