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Transcript: Angela tells us what she enjoys about working in schools

In my role as an occupational therapist I get to work with students of all ages, ranging from those attending playgroup all the way through to young adults transitioning out of high school. So for some students the goal is to improve skills relating to being a student – their handwriting, cutting, computer access and so on. I might be asked to provide input to help support or develop self-care activities including toileting, dressing or eating. Some students are referred for support in developing leisure skills, friendships and participation in play so I might need to look at the physical or social environment to identify ways to make it more accessible for that student. I might need to consider assistive technology or equipment to enable a student to participate. Often I am involved in exploring with teachers possible adjustments to activities to maximise the student’s opportunities in the classroom. So every day I experience new and unique situations which assist students to actively participate in their education.