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Supervision for Paediatric Occupational Therapists, educational services and OT students.

03/12/2025

Education should work for every child - no exceptions.
When all learners have equal access to support, resources, and opportunities, everyone wins.
Let’s keep pushing for inclusion, accessibility, and fairness so every young person can learn, grow, and shine in their own way.

𝗘𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 = 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮𝗹𝗹.

01/12/2025

Finding a Christmas gift for a young person with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) that supports sensory needs can indeed be both thoughtful and impactful. Here are some ideas which you could consider.

Take a look for inspiration! 👇

28/11/2025

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗢𝗧𝗦 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗨𝗞 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘀𝘁!

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? As an experienced independent Occupational Therapist, you'll help children and young people develop the skills they need to thrive and reach their full potential!

You’ll have access to:
- a rewarding career with a work-life balance that you could only dream of
- supervision and opportunities for reflection
- supportive team
- spportunities for growth

You’ll need to:
- have paediatric experience
- be used to autonomous working
- work in SEND (EHCP & school-based)
- be able to drive
- have access to a car

Come be a part of a team that empowers children, young people and their families every day!

📩 Email your CV to diana@dotsforchildren.com

26/11/2025

DOTS provide a truly thorough, personalised service for your child/young person – one that empowers them to thrive. If you would like to know more about paediatric Occupational Therapy in London (Southwark), please contact us today!

💻 http://www.dotsforchildren.com
📩 diana@dotsforchildren.com
☎️ 020 3538 8337

24/11/2025

𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱𝘀 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗢𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝗻𝗼 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁. 💙

Together, we create a powerful difference.
Small actions can have a big impact, and many of them are completely free.

- Share, repost, and comment to raise awareness.
- Take a moment to check in with someone.
- Write a testimonial.

Every act of kindness and connection helps us build a stronger, more compassionate profession and a better tomorrow for families just like you.

21/11/2025

Building independence for young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) is an important goal, and road safety is a critical skill for empowering them to navigate their communities safely. For Road Safety Week, we wanted to share some strategies to help teach road safety in an accessible way…ensure you use positive reinforcement to build confidence gradually.

👉 Read and share to spread awareness to parent carers

19/11/2025

World Toilet Day is a perfect opportunity for us to support families with children who are toilet training. It might be that your child is having difficulties.

- Ensure your child feels comfortable (not too cold)
- Explain the noises they will hear in advance
- Reduce fear by using a training seat
- Use a social story so your child can visualise the steps taken and which shows a clear start and end
- Use a stool to support your child's feet

If out...
- Use paper towels instead of dryers to reduce sensory overload
- Try to find a separate cubicle so that you're in control of any noises that are heard

Need further advice? Reduce your overwhelm, and find individualised support today.

Take a look at our ERIC resources here 👇
💻 https://dotsforchildren.com/resources/

17/11/2025

Never underestimate the emotional and physical toll that having a young person with additional needs brings. You want your family to experience the activities that typical families have during the summer. But you also need to remember to recharge, to have some 'me' time. Without this time, you know burnout is a real possibility.

Try to take 10 minutes daily for something just for you.
Try some of these ideas👇

14/11/2025

Eating your five a day isn’t always easy

We all recognise that eating fruit and vegetables isn’t as simple as it sounds. The texture. The taste. The smell. These can all be off-putting, and for some young people, these challenges can make mealtimes really tough.

Occupational Therapy (OT) plays a significant role in supporting young people with Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID). Through OT, individuals can:

- Develop healthier habits and routines
- Explore sensory experiences in a safe, supported way
- Build self-regulation and body awareness
- Increase independence and confidence around food

By understanding each young person’s unique sensory profile and needs, OT helps to improve their relationship with food and enhance overall functional wellbeing, turning mealtimes into more positive, successful experiences.

Please know you’re not alone, feel supported today and contact us for support.

💻 http://www.dotsforchildren.com
☎️ 020 3538 8337
✉️ diana@dotsforchildren.com

11/11/2025

Today, we pause to remember all those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom.

For many young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), the idea of remembrance, loss, and gratitude can feel abstract or difficult to grasp. That’s why it’s so important to make these big concepts accessible, meaningful, and developmentally appropriate.

Through easy-to-access language, hands-on learning, visuals, and activities, we can help young people understand what Armistice Day represents - kindness, bravery, and peace.

𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱.

10/11/2025

We are so proud of all the amazing young people we work with, and today is all about celebrating 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗙𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗟𝗬 and everything that makes every person unique!

Odd Socks Day is a wonderful reminder that our differences are what make us special, and that kindness and acceptance should always come first.

We’ve got our odd socks on… have you?

Share a photo in the comments and join us in celebrating individuality, inclusion, and the amazing young people we support every day.

07/11/2025

As a parent of a young person with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), it’s completely normal to feel overwhelmed at times. The journey can bring incredible joy but also moments that really test your patience, energy, and emotions.

Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. Taking care of yourself isn’t selfish; it’s essential. When you find ways to manage stress and protect your own wellbeing, you’re in a better place to support the young person you love.

Here are a few small things that your family can all practice to make a big difference.

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