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Job Opportunity: Occupational Therapist
Location: Wessex Lodge School – Somerset, BA11 4LA
Salary: £50,000 FTE, DOE + £3,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in two installments: £1,500 after one month and £1,500 after probation)
Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Mon to Fri
Contract: Permanent, Term Time only, 41 weeks
Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
We support your professional development with a £2,000 training allowance, focusing on neurodivergent children and young people with trauma, autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs.
About the Role
You will deliver holistic occupational therapy assessments and interventions, ensuring safety, comfort, and health of pupils, while adhering to professional standards. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, preparing reports, and providing training to staff and external agencies.
About Our Group
Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of special needs education, committed to quality and positive outcomes. Recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ in 2024, our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. Visit our website for more info.
Candidate Requirements
* Recognized Occupational Therapist degree
* Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT
* Knowledge of Sensory Integration approaches
* Experience working with children/adults with intellectual disabilities/autism
* Strong collaborative and conflict resolution skills
* Valid UK Driving Licence and own vehicle
Benefits
* Generous annual leave
* Life assurance and pension
* Wellbeing support services
* 80% of hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
* Family support benefits
* Flexible benefits platform with health, insurance, and discount options
We are committed to safeguarding and all applicants will undergo DBS checks and social media screening.
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