Are you looking for an employer that offers growth and development opportunities in your occupational therapy career while working with a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding educational setting?
Do you want to participate in research projects, join special interest groups, and be part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training and development?
Do you want flexibility and the ability to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention, fostering independence within an education setting?
We have been awarded a “Great Place to Work” for the sixth year running.
We put wellbeing first by giving our teams time to recharge.
Location: Manor House School – West Sussex, RH13 0QX
Salary: Up to £53,200 DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday
Contract: Permanent – 52 weeks, with flexibility around term‑time contracts as discussed based on your circumstances.
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
In a world where clinical support demand is increasing daily, we recognise the value of your expertise for better outcomes for our pupils. Our multidisciplinary clinical teams collaborate closely with education teams, creating an environment where pupils can flourish and grow in independence.
To help our clinicians achieve CPD goals, we offer a £2,000 training allowance after completion of your probationary period.
Manor House School is part of our Acorn Education brand, an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 5‑18.
The role
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team at Manor House School. 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 OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working, guiding practice in an education setting while satisfying governing and professional body requirements. You will manage an occupational therapy caseload, supported by a clinical supervisor and site lead, and contribute to staff training and consultation as needed.
Qualifications
* Recognised occupational therapy degree
* Valid and up‑to‑date HCPC registration
* Registered member of RCOT
* Relevant experience providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting (preferred)
* Experience working with neurodivergent individuals and/or those with learning difficulty and/or socio‑emotional and mental health difficulties (evidence of transferable skills required)
* Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
* Experience of multi‑professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality (preferred)
* Ability to work independently, flexibly and confidently
* Clear and concise report writing skills
* Full UK driving licence with access to a vehicle
* Interest in sensory integration or sensory‑informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed preferred, but not essential)
Benefits
* Life assurance
* Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
* Wide range of mental health support services and physical health checks
* Family growth support, including enhanced maternity and paternity leave, and paid fertility treatment support
* Comprehensive health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
* Access to numerous discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Schemes
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
Safeguarding: All successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.
Commitment: Outcomes First Group values a fair recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
Job Ref: 308274
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