Overview
With this in mind, we are looking for a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 4 - 19 Acorn Park School Education - Options Autism. For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria
* Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
* HCPC registered and member of RCOT
* Relevant experience in a previously held job (LD, SEMH, neurodivergence)
* Enhanced knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application
* Experience of multi-disciplinary working in a range of settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance
* Experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers
* Good communication including relationship, analytical and judgemental skills
* Clear understanding of the relationship between behaviour and communication
* Clear understanding of physical needs, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and treatment of client group
* Clear understanding of other developmental needs that may impact on an individual and skills needed for independence
* Up to date knowledge of a range of approaches relating to neurodivergence, learning disability and trauma informed practice
* Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group
* Good clinical reasoning skills and able to confidently express rationale
* Able to engage in quality improvement and enhanced service delivery
* Understanding of information governance, confidentiality and record keeping standards
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi-disciplinary team, as well as support with supervision of staff and students
* Sound knowledge of different assessment tools, intervention programmes and formulation of treatment plans from a range of OT modalities
* Evidence of continuous professional development and consistently undertakes self-development
* Full driving licence and access to a car
* Ability and willingness to travel on company business
* Flexible approach to working environments, creative problem solver
* Able to work under pressure and to deadlines
Desirable
* 3+ years practicing as an OT
* Evidence of formal post graduate study in Sensory Integration and/or developmental trauma and/or sensory attachment
Role and Responsibilities
Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: What we offer: A rich and varied caseload across Neurodiversity, ASD, and complex needs. Strong multidisciplinary support and supervision. CPD tailored to your goals and clinical interests. A real opportunity to help shape a developing, forward-thinking team. Belonging to the wider Outcomes First Group clinical network.
Role details
Whether you’re ready for new challenges or looking to grow in your occupational therapy career within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting. You will be working with children and young people ages 4-19 with a range of needs, collaborating closely with education and clinical colleagues to support engagement, independence, and meaningful outcomes. You will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working, which guide practice in an education setting and clarify roles and responsibilities, while considering the requirements of governing and professional bodies.
You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with full support from your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, and will contribute to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach, placing pupils at the forefront of everything we do. All settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence and are a leading service provider in the UK.
Benefits and Terms
Up to £53,200 DOE plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C apply)
* Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)
* Contract: Permanent 52 weeks
* Basic grade OT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+
* CPD allowance: £2,000 training allowance
* Welcome Bonus: £3,000 (T&C’s apply)
* Life Assurance, Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
* Wellbeing benefits including mental health support, health checks, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Purchase Scheme, and other discounts
* Ability to work 80% of contractual hours for 100% pay
Further information: Outcomes First Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to DBS checks and safeguarding processes in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. The group reserves the right to close vacancies early and does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other costs incurred by applicants due to delays in the compliance process. Job Ref: 294113
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