We are seeking an individual to over see the day to day Postural Management of our students. This includes students postural management in their wheelchairs, seating within class, use of standing frames, and time out on the bed for position change and pressure relief. The skills required for this specialist role include practical problem-solving for complex postural and mobility needs and highly developed clinical reasoning and communication skills. Salary: £37,334.86 per annum Fixed Point Salary [PP18] Work Pattern: 37 Hours per week, Monday to Friday 52 Weeks per year Fixed Term Role – 12 months with a review to possibly become permanent Direct Reports: 4x Personal Care Assistants Key Responsibilities Postural Management · Assess, implement, and review students’ postural management plans across all settings (wheelchair, classroom seating, standing frames, and bed-based positioning). · Ensure equipment is correctly fitted, safe, and appropriate for each individual’s needs. · Monitor and adapt postural strategies to support pressure relief, comfort, function, and participation in learning. 2. Assessment & Intervention · Carry out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments of students’ physical, sensory, and functional needs. · Develop tailored programmes to promote independence, functional mobility, and safe participation in school life. · Provide specialist advice on assistive technology, mobility aids, and adaptive equipment. 3. Collaboration & Consultation · Work closely with teaching staff, physiotherapists, nursing teams, and families to ensure integrated support. · Provide training, guidance, and support to staff on postural management techniques and safe handling practices. · Liaise with external professionals, including NHS therapists, wheelchair services, and orthotics teams. 4. Line Management of Personal Care Assistants · Directly line manage a team of Personal Care Assistants, ensuring effective deployment to meet student needs. · Provide day-to-day supervision, guidance, and support to PCAs in delivering safe and high-quality postural care and personal support. · Conduct regular supervision meetings, performance reviews, and identify training and development needs. · Oversee adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, and moving and handling procedures. Manage rotas, allocation of duties, and contribute to recruitment and induction of new staff as required. · Promote a positive, collaborative, and supportive team culture. 5. Monitoring & Evaluation · Maintain accurate clinical records and contribute to multidisciplinary reports and reviews (EHCPs, annual reviews). · Regularly evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and adapt strategies as required. · Contribute to risk assessments and ensure compliance with safeguarding and health & safety requirements. 6. Professional Development & Service Improvement · Keep up to date with developments in postural management and occupational therapy practice. · Participate in supervision, training, and continuous professional development. · Contribute to the development of policies and best practice in postural care and occupational therapy provision. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Essential Degree in Occupational Therapy (BSc/MSc) or equivalent. Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Evidence of continuing professional development in relevant clinical areas (e.g., postural management, seating, moving and handling). Experience working with children and/or young people with complex physical, postural, and mobility needs. Demonstrated knowledge of posture, seating, pressure management, and safe positioning. Understanding of safeguarding, manual handling, and health and safety requirements. Experience of working within a multidisciplinary team. Knowledge of specialist equipment (wheelchairs, standing frames, supportive seating systems). Highly developed clinical reasoning and problem-solving skills. Ability to assess complex postural and mobility needs and develop effective, individualised care plans. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts clearly to students, families, and staff. Ability to work flexibly, manage caseload priorities, and adapt to changing needs. Strong documentation, reporting, and IT skills for record-keeping and service reporting. Desirable Membership of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists