JOB-20241107-6cc90b48 Are you looking for an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs and disabilities? We are on the lookout for an innovative and forward-thinking Occupational Therapist to join our SEND Team in the vibrant town of Walsall, UK. Earning between £43,453.00 and £52,493.00 annually, this is a full-time role that offers the chance to work with a supportive and passionate team dedicated to making a lasting impact in the education sector. Our team is renowned for its excellence and commitment to fostering a nurturing environment for both students and staff, providing you with an exciting and rewarding career path. Perks and benefits: - Full-time stability: Enjoy a consistent schedule with a competitive salary that recognises your expertise and hard work. - Professional Growth: Take advantage of continuous professional development opportunities, helping you expand your skills and advance your career. - Collaborative Environment: Work within a dynamic, multidisciplinary team where your contributions are valued, and your input makes a genuine difference. - Work-Life Balance: Benefit from policies and practices designed to support a healthy work-life integration, ensuring you have time for what matters most. - Wellbeing Initiatives: Access to employee wellbeing programs that support your physical and mental health. What you will do: - Specialist Assessment and Reporting: Conduct comprehensive assessments focusing on functional, sensory, and motor skills for children with complex needs such as Autism Spectrum Condition, ADHD, DCD, physical disabilities, and PMLD. Produce high-quality, statutory advice and reports to inform Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and annual reviews. - Therapeutic Interventions: Develop and deliver tailored intervention programmes targeting fine and gross motor skills, visual perception, self-care, independent living skills, and sensory processing differences. Your work will support individual needs, as well as contribute at group and whole-class levels. - Environmental Adaptations and Equipment: Assess educational environments and recommend the implementation of specialist equipment, assistive technology, and physical adaptations that enhance classroom accessibility and promote student independence. - Staff Capacity Building: Conduct training sessions, workshops, and provide ongoing consultation to teachers and learning support assistants. Support the integration of practical occupational therapy and sensory-regulation strategies into daily educational practices. - Multi-Agency and Family Collaboration: Work closely with parents, carers, and a multidisciplinary team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Educational Psychologists, and school leadership, to ensure a unified, holistic approach to each student's development. Contact: This Occupational Therapist job is advertised by Ed Stevens; if you are interested in this position please click above to apply now. We welcome applications from Band 5 Occupational Therapists as well as Band 6 & 7 as we have multiple vacancies that could be suitable. NHS experience is very desirable for many of our jobs. Regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet these requirements for this Occupational Therapy role as we need to meet our clients' requirements. Join us in Walsall, a town brimming with history and culture, offering a wonderful community spirit and affordable living. As part of our team, you'll be making a significant contribution to the lives of children, while enjoying all that this vibrant locality has to offer. Embrace this fulfilling opportunity and be part of something truly special. Working with Sanctuary Personnel: Sanctuary Personnel is a trusted and award-winning agency for roles. With an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot from over 1,000 reviews and many prestigious industry awards, we are dedicated to finding you the best possible rates in roles that match your skills and experience.