Potential OT & The Sensory Den

23/04/2026

Thank you Steve Ashton for taking the time to visit Potential OT Ltd to provide
an insightful CPD session.

We spent the morning discussing :
- The importance of thorough postural assessments
- The need for clinicians to lead during product trials/demos
- 24 hour postural management
- Working as an MDT to meet postural needs
- The benefit of modular systems in managing changing needs

We really enjoyed getting hands-on with the Spex Seating products and seeing just how adaptable they can be.

22/04/2026

Wishing our Apprentice OT Lauren a wonderful birthday.

Our staff usually get their birthday off, but Lauren is busy this week at university, so we just want to say enjoy your time and we hope you can have a celebratory drink in the students union bar instead!

02/04/2026

One of our fabulous clients enjoying what they love most on one of their rehabilitation sessions 🐐💚

Meet Katie, she is a great ambassador for the partially sighted, she volunteers for us on a weekly basis. Having a cuddle with Starr, who is a pudding, for 2 weeks old 🐐

26/03/2026

🌟 We’re Hiring! Business Support Assistant (Part‑Time) 🌟

📍Location: Nettleham, Lincoln
⏰Hours: Wed – Fri - 18 hours per week
💰Salary: £13–£14 per hour
📎Contract: Permanent

Are you organised, proactive, and passionate about supporting a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives?

Potential Occupational Therapy is looking for a Business Support Assistant to provide essential administrative support to our clinical team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly, purpose-driven organisation where your work truly matters.

✨ What you’ll be doing:
• Managing invoicing and quoting processes
• Communicating with clients, referrers, and suppliers
• Scheduling and organising client appointments
• Maintaining accurate records and client information
• Supporting customer feedback and quality processes
• Handling day‑to‑day office operations and clerical tasks
• Ensuring adherence to GDPR, confidentiality, and safety procedures

If you’re detail‑focused, confident using office software, and enjoy keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes, we’d love to hear from you!

📩 How to apply: Email us at hannah@potentialot.co.uk
🌐 Learn more: www.potentialot.co.uk

Come join a team where your support helps transform lives. 💚

25/03/2026

🌟 JOB OPPORTUNITY : PERSONAL ASSISTANT 🌟

Looking for a rewarding role where you can truly make a difference? 💜
We’re seeking a fun, sociable, and outgoing Personal Assistant to support a bubbly 18-year-old woman with physical and communication needs, helping her achieve her life goals.

📍 Location: Lincoln
💷 Pay: £15.50–£17 per hour
⏰ Hours: Up to 24 hours per week
🚗 Driving: Essential

✨ About the role:
- Support with day-to-day activities
- Encourage independence and confidence
- Help her enjoy the things she loves: shopping, cinema, and socialising

💡 We’re looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with individuals with complex needs
- Is positive, energetic, and empowering
- Loves making a real impact in someone’s life

📩 Interested? Get in touch: emma.carter@hacm.co.uk

19/03/2026

Regulation Isn’t a Luxury - It’s Foundational 🧠💛

Supporting your child’s sensory regulation isn’t just about “behaviour”, it’s about caring for their nervous system 🌿

When a child or adult is regulated, it helps them:
💖 Manage their emotions – Feel calmer and more in control
📚 Focus and learn – The brain can pay attention and process information
💪 Build resilience – Handle challenges without feeling overwhelmed
🛡️ Feel safe in their body – The nervous system knows they’re supported

From an OT perspective, regulation is foundational for thriving.. not optional!

12/03/2026

Support Doesn’t Mean Fixing‼️

When your child is overwhelmed, our instinct is often to “fix it.”
But supporting their sensory needs is about guidance, not control 🧠💛

Here are some OT-approved strategies:
✅ Offer choices, not demands – Give your child some control
✋ Respect sensory boundaries – Don’t force touch, sound, or movement they can’t handle
❌ Avoid judgment – Avoid saying “You’re overreacting”
📅 Create predictable routines – Consistency helps your child feel safe
💬 Ask – “What helps when it feels like too much?”

Remember: Sensory support is about understanding and listening, not fixing 💛

Let us know below.. Which of these strategies could help your child feel more supported today? 👇

09/03/2026

This morning we are wishing our wonderful rehabilitation assistant Lauren lots of luck as she heads to to begin her apprenticeship degree…. 3 years and we’ll have another OT 🙌🏼👏🏼

06/03/2026

📕 Happy World Book Day! 📕

Here is a fabulous book all about our EIGHT sensory systems ✨

The story follows siblings Sophie and Tom as they learn to identify and use their internal senses
✨proprioception (body movement), ✨vestibular (balance/motion),
✨and interoception (internal feelings)
to support self-regulation and well-being.

05/03/2026

Celebrating our 11th year here at Potential OT.

Thank you to all of our client and families for your continuing support 🎉 💚

05/03/2026

There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Sensory Plan

Every child’s sensory needs are unique.. what helps one child feel calm may overwhelm another 🧠💛

Keep in mind:
🟢 What works for one child may not work for another
🔄 Needs can change depending on stress, age, or environment
📝 Trial, error, and self-awareness are key to finding what helps

Parent reminder 💛
Listening to your child’s (and your own!) sensory needs is a form of self-care, not a luxury 🌿

Let us know below...
What’s one sensory tool your child loves or one you use to reset yourself? 👇💬