Learning Disabilities Occupational Therapist - Newcastle

Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist – Further Education (SEND)
Location: Newcastle
Contract: Permanent
Hours: Term-time only

Our client is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. They take a person-centred, flexible approach to care and education, working every day to deliver excellent outcomes for the individuals they support.

Our client provides high-quality specialist further education and training for young people aged 16–25 with learning difficulties and disabilities. Learners are supported to develop communication, independence, and employability skills, helping them transition successfully into adulthood across the North East.

The Role

Our client has an exciting opportunity for a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their Therapy Team within a specialist further education setting. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic, adaptable therapist who is passionate about teamwork, service development, and delivering best practice.

You will work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary therapy team, supporting young adults with cerebral palsy, autism spectrum conditions, communication and sensory impairments, and complex learning needs. The post offers opportunities to shape and develop services to meet the evolving needs of learners within a vibrant and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver highly specialist occupational therapy assessments and interventions within a further education setting

• Support learners to develop skills that promote independence, participation, and preparation for adulthood

• Contribute to postural management, specialist equipment provision, and sensory profiling/assessment where appropriate

• Work collaboratively with education staff, families, and the wider multidisciplinary team

• Support service development and the delivery of evidence-based practice

Requirements:

• HCPC registration as an Occupational Therapist

• Significant experience working with individuals with learning and/or physical disabilities

• Experience or interest in postural management, specialist equipment, sensory profiling or sensory assessments

• Strong communication, teamwork, and organisational skills

• A person-centred, flexible approach aligned with our client’s values

Why Work for Our Client?

• Supportive and collaborative working environment

• Opportunities for career development and progression

• Robust induction and ongoing training programme

• Wellbeing support, including occupational health, physiotherapy, and counselling services

• Contributory pension scheme

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Access to a rewards and discounts scheme

• Cycle to Work Scheme

• 33 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata, term-time only)