Occupational Therapists (band 5/6) – South London SEN schools
JOB_53886864789489Job type
ContractLocation
CroydonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SenIndustry
Education & TrainingPay
£195 to £285 per day
SEN, "special schools", "occupational therapists"
Occupational Therapists (band 5/6) – South London SEN Schools
Hays Education – PSL Contracts
Hays Education is working in partnership with a network of South London Special Educational Needs (SEN) schools to recruit qualified Occupational Therapists for roles on exclusive Preferred Supplier List (PSL) contracts.
These positions offer the opportunity to work within specialist education settings supporting children and young people with a wide range of additional and complex needs.
The role
As an Occupational Therapist within an SEN school, you will:
- Assess pupils’ functional, sensory, and motor needs
- Deliver individual and group‑based OT interventions
- Support pupils with sensory integration, fine and gross motor skills
- Contribute to EHCP outcomes and multidisciplinary planning
- Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCOs, therapists and families
- Provide practical strategies to support access to learning and daily activities
Roles are available on a short‑term, long‑term, or ongoing basis, depending on school needs and your availability.
What Hays Education offers
- Access to PSL‑only SEN school roles across South London
- Competitive daily rates, paid weekly
- Consistent placements in trusted SEN settings
- Flexible work options
- Dedicated consultant with SEN and therapy sector expertise
- Ongoing CPD and safeguarding support
Requirements
- Degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registration
- Experience working with children or young people with SEN (education or clinical settings)
- Strong communication and collaborative working skills
- Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Why Hays Education?
As a leading education recruitment partner, Hays works closely with SEN schools across London, providing occupational therapists with high‑quality placements, clear communication, and reliable support through established PSL agreements.
Apply now or contact the Hays Education London SEN team to discuss current opportunities.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Occupational Therapists (band 5/6) – South London SEN schoolsJOB_538868647894892026-04-202026-07-19
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