Occupational Therapists (Band 5/6) - Ealing area


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	£34,000 - £47,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Ealing, W5 5JN
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	21 Jul 2026
Closing date:	20 Aug 2026

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Summary

Occupational Therapists (band 5/6) - Ealing area

Hays Education - Permanent roles

Hays Education is supporting 2 SEN Trusts / schools to recruit permanent qualified Occupational Therapists for roles in the Ealing area. 1 for primary age children, 1 for secondary age children.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 roleAs 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 12-month contract or permanent basis, depending on school needs and your availability.

What Hays Education offers

Access to PSL‑only SEN school therapist roles in Ealing area

Interim 12-month contract roles

Permanent 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 & Home Counties SEN team to discuss current opportunities across London.

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