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I am determined to secure the appropriate support and resources for the young people and children I work with

About Amanda

I am dedicated to providing high quality occupational therapy, targeted to the needs of the child or young adult. I strive to achieve excellence and ensure that intervention is based on realistic goals.

Assessment is individual and is based on need. This is discussed with you before the assessment.

SMART OT enabling participation in the everyday activities of life

I am a qualified Occupational Therapist and an Advanced Practitioner in Sensory Integration.

I have over twenty years experience and am passionate about achieving the very best outcomes for all who I work with.

I am determined to secure the appropriate support and resources for the young people and children I work with

I work with local schools, individual clients and families to support their needs in education, the home and workplace.

I have completed clinical and educational courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and masters level.

I have many years’ experience with children and young adults who have:

dyspraxia or developmental coordination disorder
attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
autism
sensory provessing difficulties
learning difficulties or developmental delay
motor skills and handwriting difficulties
Attachment and emotional issues
behavioural difficulties

Continuous professional development

I have completed clinical and educational courses at undergraduate, postgraduate and masters level.

– Amanda Hunter

Testimonials

Dennis Ley Headteacher, Holmwood School

It has been a privilege and a wonderful professional experience having Amanda as Holmwood School’s Occupational Therapist. She is dedicated in supporting every child with whom she works with. She is very knowledgeable and works extremely well with staff, parents, carers and our vulnerable pupils. I am proud that she is considered a valuable member of the Holmwood School.

Emma Straker Special Educational Needs Coordinator, Catcote Academy

We have commissioned Amanda as a sensory specialist occupational therapist working in school 1 day per week since September 2014. The experience, knowledge and expertise she has brought to the school has been invaluable and has helped us to support some of our most challenging students through difficult periods and maintain their placement. Amanda is now an integral part of the non-academic support we offer to our students. She works closely with staff to plan for individual students to help them stay regulated and ready to access learning and provides a range of suggestions, recommendations and advice. We have no hesitation in recommending Amanda to other schools.

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