Occupational Therapist - Yorkshire

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Therapies team, assessing a young person in York.

This is an excellent opportunity to deliver specialist occupational therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping assess a young person with complex needs.

Main duties of the job

Deliver 3 hour initial assessment with report (non EHCNA

Promote an inclusive approach

Focus on meaningful, functional outcomes that improve participation and independence

Maintain accurate clinical records, liaise with the wider multidisciplinary team and produce report as required

About us

KT Healthcare is a family-owned healthcare provider specialising in neurodevelopmental services, mental health and brain injury rehabilitation. We work closely with local authorities, schools and families to deliver high-quality, person-centred support that makes a genuine difference.

Details

• Date posted: 27 August 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £70 an hour Travel and mileage
• Contract: Fixed term
• Duration: 1 days
• Working pattern: Flexible working
• Reference number: TN1647261YorOTY
• Job locations: York, York, North Yorkshire, YO43 3GA, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Occupational Therapist

• York, Yorkshire
• 1 x initial assessment with report (non EHCNA) - 3 hours
• £70 per hour
• £40 per hour travel time
• 55p per mile mileage

This is an excellent opportunity to deliver specialist speech and language therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team, helping a young person with complex communication needs to develop functional communication skills, increase independence and thrive within their educational environment.

The Role

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

ADHD

Developmental Coordination Disorder

Language disorder

Social communication challenged

Movement seeking and lack if maintaining attention

Challenges in fine motor manipulation

Needs verbal prompts to complete daily activities

Sensory sensitivity

Behind academically

Reading comprehension at a much younger age

Swallowing difficulties

What We Offer

• £70 per hour
• £40 per hour travel time
• 55p per mile mileage
• Flexible working arrangements agreed between the therapist, school, family and young person.
• Opportunity for further work as our services continue to grow.
• Supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary team.

This is a critical role with a September start, and we are keen to hear from Occupational Therapists who are passionate about helping children and young people achieve meaningful outcomes through person-centred, evidence-based practice.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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