298 Therapist jobs in London

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?    

Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? 

 Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?  

Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?  

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?    

Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!    

Job Title:           Occupational Therapist   

Location:           Syon Grange School – Isleworth, London TW7 5AJ  (with flexibility to work across our Hillingdon Manor sites as required)     

Salary:              Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of ,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of ,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply  

    *Please note- basic grade OT offers from £33,0 +, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+* 

Hours:               37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)   

Contract:         Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)  

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out.  Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. 

We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so at you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.   

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. 

Our Vision  

Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. 

Our Mission  

We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations 

Our Promise  

• WE LISTEN. We never assume.
• WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
• WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. 

Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.    

The role:   

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Syon Grange school. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.   

Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK.  With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.  

Location:  Syon Grange – Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ – Syon Grange School f orms part of our Options Autism and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 16 – 25. 

• Syon Manor College
• Education - Options Autism  

For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.    

Essential Criteria:   

• Recognised Occupational Therapy degree 
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration 
• Registered member of RCOT 
• Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
• Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills
• Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
• Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
• Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
• Clear and concise report writing skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car 
• Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential) 

Why work for us?   

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options  

 Benefits    

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:   

• £2,000 training allowance 
• Life Assurance 
• Pension scheme with options to crease your contributions 
• Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks 
• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad 
• Cycle to Work Schemes 
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme 
• Critical illness cover
• £5000 Welcome Bonus &C’s apply)  

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS    

We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.    

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.   

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#occupationaltherapy#CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists  

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.

This role is based at Luxborough Court School.

L uxborough Court School is a purpose-built school registered for 150 pupils aged 5 – 19 with autism.  There is a large sports hall with changing facilities (the site was formally a Premier League football club’s training ground), a bespoke 6th form suite plus a number of other smaller individual spaces used for therapeutic intervention and bespoke support. The School benefits from extensive outdoor space plus a large central courtyard garden in the centre of the school and separate secondary and junior playgrounds, with a multi-use games area.

Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs.

As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people.

Our Senior Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children’s homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training : A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday : You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays

• Clinical Development : If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development

• Flexible benefits :
  meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

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This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future.  Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Here’s a few things we’ll need from you:

• Be a qualified Therapist registered with the HCPC

• Be a specialist and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs

• Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living
  and learning environments and experiences

• Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer

• Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative

• Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people

• Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD

• Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital

• Be a car driver, as there’s some travel involved

Interested in joining us?

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.

As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.

By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

For a full job description and person specification, please click here .

To view our ex-offenders policy please click here .

To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools here .

Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

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Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?    

Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? 

 Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?  

Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?  

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?    

Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!    

Job Title:           Occupational Therapist   

Location:           Syon Grange School – Isleworth, London TW7 5AJ  (with flexibility to work across our Hillingdon Manor sites as required)     

Salary:              Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of ,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of ,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply  

    *Please note- basic grade OT offers from £33,0 +, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+* 

Hours:               37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)   

Contract:         Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)  

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out.  Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. 

We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so at you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.   

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. 

Our Vision  

Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. 

Our Mission  

We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations 

Our Promise  

• WE LISTEN. We never assume.
• WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
• WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. 

Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.    

The role:   

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Syon Grange school. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.   

Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK.  With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.  

Location:  Syon Grange – Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ – Syon Grange School f orms part of our Options Autism and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 16 – 25. 

• Syon Manor College
• Education - Options Autism  

For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.    

Essential Criteria:   

• Recognised Occupational Therapy degree 
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration 
• Registered member of RCOT 
• Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
• Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills
• Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
• Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
• Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
• Clear and concise report writing skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car 
• Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential) 

Why work for us?   

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options  

 Benefits    

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:   

• £2,000 training allowance 
• Life Assurance 
• Pension scheme with options to crease your contributions 
• Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks 
• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad 
• Cycle to Work Schemes 
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme 
• Critical illness cover
• £5000 Welcome Bonus &C’s apply)  

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS    

We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.    

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.   

 Job Ref:

#occupationaltherapy#CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists  

• Assessment & Planning

  • Assess patients' functional abilities, needs, and goals using standardised and non-standardised tools.

  • Develop personalised treatment and rehabilitation programmes to support independence in daily living, work, or education.

  • Advise on adaptations, equipment, or assistive technology to enhance participation and safety.

• Intervention & Support

  • Deliver therapy sessions to improve mobility, self-care, cognition, and psychosocial functioning.

  • Provide guidance on fatigue management, pain management, and coping strategies.

  • Support clients and families in developing skills and confidence for daily activities.

• Collaboration & Advocacy

  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team with physiotherapists, speech therapists, doctors, nurses, social workers, and educators.

  • Liaise with carers, employers, and community agencies to ensure holistic care and support.

  • Advocate for clients' needs in relation to health, education, and social services.

• Record Keeping & Reporting

  • Maintain accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and progress.

  • Produce professional reports and contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and discharge planning.

• Professional Standards & Development

  • Adhere to HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) standards and occupational therapy best practice.

  • Engage in regular supervision, reflective practice, and continuing professional development (CPD).

  • Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and student mentoring where appropriate.

• Degree in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification).

• HCPC registration.

• Knowledge of occupational therapy models and approaches (e.g., MOHO, COPM, biomechanical, cognitive-behavioural).

• Strong problem-solving, planning, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage a varied caseload across different settings.

• Experience in (specific area - e.g., paediatrics, mental health, physical rehabilitation, neurology, community care).

• Training in specialist interventions (e.g., sensory integration, hand therapy, vocational rehabilitation).

• Knowledge of assistive technology and environmental adaptations.

• Experience of research, service evaluation, or quality improvement.

• Empathetic and person-centred approach.

• Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure.

• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice.

Acute Stroke Occupational Therapist Role

Job Title: Locum Occupational Therapist

Location: Croydon

Start Date: ASAP

End Date: Ongoing

• To provide safe, effective and efficient rehabilitation interventions working with all relevant services (internal and external) e.g. Social Services, voluntary services to ensure patient/carer needs are met as identified by assessment.

• To carry out appropriate specialist occupational therapy assessment of needs including physical, cognitive/perceptual sensory, emotional and environmental to assist with planning appropriate short and long term intervention/rehabilitation

• To manage a caseload of patients with complex needs, using evidence
  based/patient centred principles to assess, plan, implement and evaluate
  interventions

• To negotiate with patients and carers to develop individual care plans to meet the
  assessed needs and to maximise independence in an efficient and sensitive way,offering choice were possible.

• Qualified Occupational Therapist

IF YOU ARE NOT INTERESTED IN THIS ROLE, PLEASE STILL GET IN TOUCH AS WE HAVE MANY OPEN VACANCIES!

Benefits of working with Tripod Partners

• 350 refer a friend bonus
• 500 loyalty bonus for continued service
• 50 bonus for registering
• 150 find your own job bonus
• Free DBS and compliance service including paid for Mandatory Training
• Excellent compliance processes and department making it a smooth and enjoyable process
• Your own dedicated consultant with extensive experience within the healthcare sector
• Daily payroll and in-house payroll system

Community Occupational Therapist

North East Locality Team (Tower Hamlets)

Full time locum contract

39.81 p/h Umbrella

We are recruiting a Community Occupational Therapist for our local authority client in North East London.

Key responsibilities:

• Carry out complex Occupational Therapy assessments within the community.
• Complete manual handling assessments and recommend appropriate equipment.
• Advise on and implement optimal care techniques to promote independence and safety.
• Assess for and recommend housing adaptations, including minor and major works.
• Work collaboratively within an integrated locality team alongside health and social care colleagues.
• Provide professional advice and support to service users, carers, and other professionals.

Requirements:

• Must have a Diploma/BSc in Occupational Therapy and must have current HCPC registration.
• At least 2 years post qualification experience.
• Experience of complex manual handling, optimal care techniques and housing adaptations.

If you are interested in any of these roles, please contact Kaylah on or (phone number removed) and put through your application .

*Referral Scheme*

If you are not interested in this role but know someone else who might be,we offer up to 350 in vouchers for any successful referrals. For more details, contact the office at Spencer Clarke Group on (phone number removed).

Kaylah is a specialist recruiter in Occupational Therapy and Speech and Language Therapy, working in partnership with several public and private sector clients nationwide, so if this one isn't for you, please still get in touch so that we can discuss more suitable roles.

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Band 6 Locum Hand Therapist

Job Summary:

• The post-holder works autonomously; providing a specialised patient assessment, including those with complex presentations & formulates a specialist therapy management plan.
• The post-holder contributes to the planning and delivery of the Hand Therapy service .
• The post-holder supervises less experienced Hand Therapy staff, assistants, and students.

Essential Experience:

• 6 months minimum NHS experience.
• Qualified Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
• EPIC Training required.

Remedy are looking for an experienced,passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to work with children with a range of special needs,focusing on assessment, intervention, and creating therapeutic plans.The role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, families, and educational professionals, and may also include providing training.

Role and responsibilities:

Conduct comprehensive occupational therapy assessments, develop individualised intervention plans, and deliver evidence-based therapies to children with various needs.

Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including teachers, parents, and other professionals, to ensure a holistic approach to care

Provide training and support to schools, families, and other staff on best practices for supporting children's occupational therapy needs

Manage a caseload of children, meeting on a regular basis, providing ongoing support and monitoring their progress throughout the academic year

Develop and utilise specialist skills in areas such as sensory integration,or other relevant interventions.

Requirements:

Registered Occupational Therapist with a relevant degree or equivalent

Experience working with children, particularly those with complex needs, is preferred

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and assessment skills are essential

Desirable:

Experience in specific areas like SEN, schools, or specific interventions

Benefits:

Competitive Salary

Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.

Join a positive and supportive team with strong supervision and CPD

Flexible work options as you are able to choose the hours to suit your schedule, term-time work only

To Apply:

Apply online sending your updated CV noting relevant experience