About This Role

 Can you bring your KIT to Peterhouse? We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who share our school values of Kindness, Integrity and Team First! 

Occupational Therapist

Peterhouse School, Southport

Full time, term-time only

Fixed Term (Up to 12 months)

£32,073 £48,117 per annum (depending on experience)

Peterhouse School is a non-maintained specialist school for children and young people who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition, aged 5 – 19.

Peterhouse School is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our multidisciplinary team and play a key role in supporting our pupils to develop their independence, wellbeing and quality of life.

This is an exciting opportunity for an Occupational Therapist who understands the importance of a sensory-informed approach and is committed to putting the individual needs of autistic pupils at the heart of their practice.

About the role

As our Occupational Therapist, you will work collaboratively with pupils, families, class teams, and external professionals to identify and address pupils' sensory, physical, emotional and self-care needs.

You will work primarily within the classroom environment, embedding occupational therapy strategies naturally into pupils' daily routines and learning. You will also have the flexibility to provide individual or small-group interventions where appropriate.

Previous experience of working with young people, Autism Spectrum Conditions and sensory needs are welcomed but not essential.  Opportunities for further training will be given. The successful candidate will hold a recognised Occupational Therapy degree level qualification and be a registered member of Health Professions Council. Newly qualified OTs are welcome to apply.

You must be a resilient and flexible team member with good communication skills who can think creatively and be proactive in your approach.

Given the nature of this role, successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, the cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

 Peterhouse School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check with barred list information, the cost of which will be met by Autism Initiatives.

The closing date for completed applications is 30/10/26

Interviews will be held during w/c 16/11/26

How to Apply

If you are interested in the above position we would be delighted to hear from you. Contact details for further information are: www.peterhouseschool.com/current-vacancies. Alternatively please e-mail admin@aipeterhouse.org to request an application pack, or apply online.

We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and service delivery.

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We are committed to equal opportunities in employment and in service delivery.

www.autisminitiatives.org

Benefits of working with us

​In addition to competitive pay rates, a contributory pension, and generous holiday entitlements, you’ll have access to a range of additional benefits designed to recognise and reward the exceptional support our staff provide.

Some benefits are available immediately, while others are awarded over time to recognise loyalty, dedication, and long service. Please note that benefits may vary by role, location, and length of service. Full details of your benefits package will be available once you join.

Below is an overview of some of the benefits you may be eligible for:

• Monthly staff cash prize draw
• Your birthday off work every year
• Medicash health scheme (including reimbursement for medical costs, gym discounts, and more)
• Employee Assistance Programme – free expert support on childcare, probate, money management, and work–life balance
• Additional paid holidays after 1, 2, and 3 years of service
• Extra paid holidays for milestone service years
• Financial wellbeing programme offering flexible access to pay
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Career break scheme

Wagestream financial planning and support app – access earnings before payday, set up savings, and manage your finances

Before you start

Before starting your application, it is recommended that you prepare the following information:

• Your qualification and education history, including any professional memberships
• Details of your current employment and full previous employment history
• Contact details for two referees (the first must be your current employer). Please note that referees will only be contacted after an offer of employment has been accepted and with your permission

You are strongly encouraged to read all supporting documents available in the Document Section, including the Job Description and Person Specification. These resources will help you identify the key skills and experience required for the role.

When completing your application, it is essential that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria. Use your own words to describe your skills, knowledge, and experience, as applications that do not evidence this may not be shortlisted.

While AI tools can be helpful for generating ideas, your application should reflect your own thinking, experience, and values. We are interested in understanding your personal contributions and achievements. Applications that appear to rely heavily on AI-generated content may not be progressed.