Job summary
We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Occupational Therapist or Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our team on a fixed-term contract until 30th September 2026.
Main duties of the job
The role of Occupational Therapist will require the post holder to lead on the delivery of Occupational Therapy provision to a designated caseload of students. Occupational Therapy intervention will be based on a comprehensive assessment of need that results in high quality, evidence based, and cost effective programmes to meet the needs, abilities and aspirations of service users, students and funders.
The role of the Specialist Occupational Therapist (OT) will be to deliver high quality, person-centred Occupational Therapy services, to achieve continuous improvement in therapy standards and care across college and the college residences.
The role requires specialist interest and further qualifications / experience in and one or more of the following Occupational Therapy areas; Sensory Integration, Complex Physical Needs, including the identification of specialist equipment, and Enabling Access to Education.
Please see full job descriptions for each role and when applying confirm which position you are interested in applying Occupational Therapist or Specialist Occupational Therapist
About us
Henshaws is a northern charity supporting people living with sight loss and a range of other disabilities to go beyond expectations. We believe that, wherever they are, everyone has the right to an independent and fulfilling life. Our support, advice and training enables people and their families build skills, develop confidence, help each other and look forward to a more positive future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full job descriptions for each role and when applying confirm which position you are interested in applying Occupational Therapist or Specialist Occupational Therapist
Salary: Occupational Therapist £18.26 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £35,132.24 - 52 weeks
Salary: Occupational Therapist £18.26 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £31,646.04 - 40 weeks
Salary: Specialist Occupational Therapist £19.73 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £37,960.52 - 52 weeks
Salary: Specialist Occupational Therapist £19.73 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £34,193.67 - 40 weeks
Contract Length : Fixed Term (12 months)
Working Weeks : 52 Weeks or 40 weeks term-time
Working Hours : 37 hours (open to part-time, job-sharing)
Closing Date : 26th September 2025
Interview Date : W/C 29th September 2025
We welcome applications from candidates interested in either full-time or part-time hours, and we are also open to term-time only working arrangements. This is a flexible opportunity designed to accommodate a range of working preferences while meeting the needs of our service.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see full job descriptions for each role and when applying confirm which position you are interested in applying Occupational Therapist or Specialist Occupational Therapist
Salary: Occupational Therapist £18.26 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £35,132.24 - 52 weeks
Salary: Occupational Therapist £18.26 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £31,646.04 - 40 weeks
Salary: Specialist Occupational Therapist £19.73 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £37,960.52 - 52 weeks
Salary: Specialist Occupational Therapist £19.73 per hour/ Based on 37 hours £34,193.67 - 40 weeks
Contract Length : Fixed Term (12 months)
Working Weeks : 52 Weeks or 40 weeks term-time
Working Hours : 37 hours (open to part-time, job-sharing)
Closing Date : 26th September 2025
Interview Date : W/C 29th September 2025
We welcome applications from candidates interested in either full-time or part-time hours, and we are also open to term-time only working arrangements. This is a flexible opportunity designed to accommodate a range of working preferences while meeting the needs of our service.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level with a recognised professional qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration with Health and Care Professions Council and have verified validation
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Educated to degree level with a recognised professional qualification in Occupational Therapy
- Current registration with Health and Care Professions Council and have verified validation
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).