Occupational Therapy Graduate

Are you an Occupational Therapy graduate looking to gain valuable experience supporting young people before progressing into Occupational Therapy, further study or a specialist clinical role?

An ambitious and inclusive secondary school in Newcastle is looking for a compassionate and proactive Occupational Therapy Graduate to join its dedicated SEND and Inclusion team this September.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a school where Kindness, Integrity, Determination, Manners, Ambition and Positivity underpin everything they do. The school is committed to ensuring every student feels known, supported and able to succeed, with inclusion, personalised support and high expectations at the heart of its approach.

Newcastle upon Tyne
£92.63 – £108.00 per day (PAYE)
Full-Time | September Start | Long-Term Opportunity with Permanent Potential

The Role

As an Occupational Therapy Graduate, you will:

• Support students with a range of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
• Work one-to-one and with small groups to help students access learning
• Support pupils with Autism (ASC), ADHD, sensory processing differences, physical disabilities and additional learning needs
• Help students develop independence, organisation, emotional regulation and life skills
• Implement strategies recommended by Occupational Therapists and other external professionals
• Work collaboratively with teachers, the SEND team and pastoral staff to remove barriers to learning
• Encourage confidence, resilience and positive engagement throughout the school day

This is a highly rewarding role where you'll make a genuine difference while developing invaluable experience within an educational setting.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Ideal experience before becoming a qualified Occupational Therapist
• Work alongside an experienced SEND and Inclusion team
• Gain exposure to a wide range of additional needs and intervention strategies
• Inclusive school culture with high aspirations for every student
• Excellent CPD and professional development opportunities
• Long-term opportunity with potential for a permanent role

This is the perfect opportunity for graduates looking to develop practical skills while supporting young people to achieve their full potential.

We're Looking For

• A degree in Occupational Therapy
• Graduates with a genuine passion for supporting children and young people
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm, patient and resilient individuals
• Someone who can build positive relationships with students, staff and families
• A proactive approach to supporting independence and wellbeing

Previous experience working with children, young people or individuals with additional needs is desirable but not essential.

Pay & Benefits

• £92.63 – £108.00 per day (PAYE only)
• Weekly pay
• No umbrella companies
• FREE access to our CPD Academy
• FREE Thrive training through Protocol Education
• Long-term and permanent opportunities available
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement

Why Apply Through Protocol Education?

Every year, we help graduates gain the practical experience needed to begin successful careers supporting children and young people.

Whether you're hoping to progress into Occupational Therapy, specialist SEND services or another allied health profession, this role offers an outstanding opportunity to build your skills within a supportive and inclusive secondary school.

If you're an Occupational Therapy graduate ready to make a lasting impact while gaining invaluable experience, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch for a confidential chat about the role.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQs on the Protocol Education website for further details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

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