Job Description

At National Star, we don’t just work—we transform lives.

Are you a specialist Senior Occupational Therapist looking for a good work life balance?

Due to an internal promotion, we’re looking for a compassionate, dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to become a vital part of our vibrant multi-disciplinary team based at our specialist college in the centre of Worcester. This will be a part time role working 18 hours over 2 days per week, ideally Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

You’ll empower young people with complex physical and learning difficulties, helping them develop skills, confidence, and independence. You’ll use your creativity and clinical expertise to design personalised therapy programmes that don’t just meet needs—they unlock potential.

Your Role Will Include:

• Designing and delivering safe, meaningful interventions that enhance wellbeing, skill development, and independence
• Working closely with students, families, and professionals to achieve life-changing outcomes
• Managing your own caseload with autonomy and accountability
• Keeping accurate, respectful records in line with professional standards
• Mentoring and supporting junior members of the team in their clinical delivery and development of their skills
• Always putting the student at the heart of what you do

What You Bring:

• BSc in Occupational Therapy, HCPC registration (and ideally, RCOT membership)
• Previous experience in paediatrics, neurology, acquired brain injury, wheelchairs and special seating, complex disability, profound and multiple learning disability or sensory integration would be of particular interest to us
• A heart for learners with complex needs—and the resilience, skill and creativity to support them
• The ability to communicate with empathy and clarity across all levels working across multidisciplinary teams internally and externally
• A positive, proactive approach to collaboration, problem-solving and reflection
• Previous supervisory / mentoring experience
• Access to transport and the flexibility to occasionally travel to other campuses

Why National Star?

• Be part of a team that believes in people.
• Thrive in a supportive, learning-rich environment where your growth matters.
• Grow your career in a role where you can use your clinical excellence to make a real difference.
• Join an organisation deeply committed to safeguarding, equality, and inclusion.

Make your application today! Or for further information, please contact our recruitment team on 01242 504300

Contract Type: Permanent | Contract: Part time (18 hours / 2 days per week) term time (0.4 x FTE) | Salary: £40,763 - £47,205 FTE | Location Status: On site (Worcester) | Interview Date: TBC | Closing Date: 19/11/2026