This post combines clinical and administrative support roles: you will work directly with individual Young People or groups to deliver therapy programmes, under the supervision of the senior OT or SaLT in educational and residential settings. Responsibilities include supporting assessments of communication needs, functional skills, reporting on progress, resource support, and contributing to the development of the Communication and Sensory Environment. Regular supervision is provided, and training opportunities are available as part of the Cambian Clinical Service.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate should have an interest in developing young people's communication and functional skills, and experience working with Young People, preferably with special needs. Basic IT skills, flexibility, and teamwork are essential.
About us
Grateley House is an independent, Ofsted-registered 38-week special school offering residential and day placements for young people aged 11-19 with primary diagnoses of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), complex needs, and challenging behaviour. The school also supports those with ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, and mental health conditions such as anxiety and depression, within the context of ASD.
Job responsibilities
The Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services, seeks a dedicated, caring individual for the role of Integrated Therapy Assistant at Grateley School.
The role involves clinical and administrative support, working directly with young people or groups, delivering therapy programmes, supporting assessments, reporting, resource provision, and contributing to the sensory environment development. Supervision and training are provided.
All students will have an Education Health Care Plan (EHCP) or a Statement of SEN.
We offer support from a multidisciplinary team, clinical supervision, development opportunities, research support, training, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, and learning from dedicated professionals. Cambian is committed to safeguarding and is an equal opportunities employer. All candidates require an enhanced DBS check and references.
Person Specification
General Requirements
* Refer to the above job description for requirements.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a DBS check for any criminal convictions.
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