Occupational Therapist, 22.5 or 15 hpw (flexibility over 2 or 3 days) (Term Time Only) (Epinay School)
£43,149 per year
Occupational Therapist, 22.5 or 15 hpw (flexibility over 2 or 3 days) (Term Time Only)
(Epinay School)
£43,149 pa pro rata
School Moto & Ethos
Ready to Listen, Ready to Learn Together
All our young people to become Happy, Independent Learners who are Prepared for Adulthood
Epinay Business & Enterprise School is an Outstanding special school currently providing around 270 places to pupils from KS1 to KS5. Our pupils have significant learning difficulties and/or diagnosed learning disabilities working significantly below age-related expectations. Many experience barriers in cognition, processing, literacy, numeracy, and communication which require highly specialised teaching approaches.
All pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and benefit from personalised learning programmes and a holistic, multi-disciplinary model of education. In addition to their learning needs, pupils may present with social communication differences, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences, and a diagnosis of Autism. Some pupils may also present with social vulnerability and require targeted support to develop independence and resilience.
At our state-of-the-art school, we create a safe, structured and inclusive environment where learners are supported to achieve aspirational outcomes and prepare for adulthood.
Epinay School is seeking an innovative, energetic, creative and self-motivated Occupational Therapist to join our holistic, multi-disciplinary team. Working across KS1 to KS5 in our state-of-the-art special school, you will design and deliver transformative sensory, motor and functional strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive.
How you will make a difference:
The ideal candidate will:
What We Offer
This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on our pupils, families, and wider school community. We are committed to investing in our staff and offer:
This new and exciting role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact and transform lives beyond the classroom.
The school is committed to investing in our staff and developing expertise in specialist SEND practice. We offer high quality CPD opportunities on a regular basis and opportunities to work alongside and learn from therapists and other multi disciplinary professionals. You will have access to accredited training where appropriate and regular instructional coaching and processional dialogue. There are also opportunities to contribute to whole school improvement.
Applicants will be expected to show they have researched the school, its designation, cohort groups, specialist provision groups and relevant policies.
We strongly recommend visiting the school. To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact Sandra Stephenson (Head’s PA) on (0191) 489 8949 or email sstephenson5@epinay.org
South Tyneside Council and Epinay School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
To view our Privacy Notice please visit: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants
To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in “Supporting Documents” and return this to jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk
Closing date: Noon, Friday 20 November 2026
(Epinay School)
£43,149 pa pro rata
School Moto & Ethos
Ready to Listen, Ready to Learn Together
All our young people to become Happy, Independent Learners who are Prepared for Adulthood
Epinay Business & Enterprise School is an Outstanding special school currently providing around 270 places to pupils from KS1 to KS5. Our pupils have significant learning difficulties and/or diagnosed learning disabilities working significantly below age-related expectations. Many experience barriers in cognition, processing, literacy, numeracy, and communication which require highly specialised teaching approaches.
All pupils have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and benefit from personalised learning programmes and a holistic, multi-disciplinary model of education. In addition to their learning needs, pupils may present with social communication differences, speech and language needs, sensory processing differences, and a diagnosis of Autism. Some pupils may also present with social vulnerability and require targeted support to develop independence and resilience.
At our state-of-the-art school, we create a safe, structured and inclusive environment where learners are supported to achieve aspirational outcomes and prepare for adulthood.
Epinay School is seeking an innovative, energetic, creative and self-motivated Occupational Therapist to join our holistic, multi-disciplinary team. Working across KS1 to KS5 in our state-of-the-art special school, you will design and deliver transformative sensory, motor and functional strategies that help pupils overcome barriers to learning and thrive.
How you will make a difference:
- Deliver Targeted Interventions: Plan and run engaging 1:1 sessions and small-group therapeutic activities tailored to individual EHCP outcomes.
- Embed OT into the Classroom: Design practical, high-impact programmes and sensory profiles that teaching staff can seamlessly integrate into daily routines.
- Upskill & Empower Staff: Lead training sessions and offer guidance to teachers and TAs on sensory processing, physical adaptations and regulation techniques.
- Collaborate for Success: Work hand-in-hand with our broader multi-disciplinary team, special educational needs & disabilities (SEND) specialists and families to support students with complex needs and Autism.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be a fully qualified Occupational Therapist with registered HCPC status.
- Have proven experience working within a school or paediatric SEND setting.
- Have experience planning and delivering 1:1 interventions and targeted small group activities.
- Be experienced in supporting young people with sensory processing differences and complex needs.
- Design and set practical OT programmes for teaching staff to embed within the classroom setting.
- Deliver relevant training and guidance to school staff.
- Be a committed team player with the ability to engage, inspire, and empower pupils.
- Demonstrate commitment to Epinay’s ethos of high expectations and achievement.
What We Offer
This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on our pupils, families, and wider school community. We are committed to investing in our staff and offer:
- High quality, regular CPD and accredited training opportunities.
- Collaboration with a supportive, multi-disciplinary team of therapists and SEND specialists.
- Regular instructional coaching and professional dialogue.
- Opportunities to contribute directly to whole-school development.
This new and exciting role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact and transform lives beyond the classroom.
The school is committed to investing in our staff and developing expertise in specialist SEND practice. We offer high quality CPD opportunities on a regular basis and opportunities to work alongside and learn from therapists and other multi disciplinary professionals. You will have access to accredited training where appropriate and regular instructional coaching and processional dialogue. There are also opportunities to contribute to whole school improvement.
Applicants will be expected to show they have researched the school, its designation, cohort groups, specialist provision groups and relevant policies.
We strongly recommend visiting the school. To arrange a visit or for further information, please contact Sandra Stephenson (Head’s PA) on (0191) 489 8949 or email sstephenson5@epinay.org
South Tyneside Council and Epinay School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) disclosure will be sought along with other relevant pre-employment checks.
In line with the guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, schools may carry out an online search as part of their due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
We do not currently offer skilled worker visa sponsorship.
To view our Privacy Notice please visit: https://southtyneside.gov.uk/article/2780/Privacy-notice-for-job-applicants
To apply for this post please download and complete the application form which is saved in “Supporting Documents” and return this to jobs@southtyneside.gov.uk
Closing date: Noon, Friday 20 November 2026
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