Full Job Description Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career - all whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to participate in research projects, special interest groups and be part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want flexibility and the ability to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Does working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 6th year running sound appealing? Have a better work/life balance and work for Outcomes First Group, a 4‑day week with full pay optional.
Job Title
Specialist Occupational Therapist
Location
Hillingdon Manor School – Middlesex UB8 3HD
Salary
Up to £53,200 FTE DOE
Hours
37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday; 8.30am-4.30pm
Contract
Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full‑time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
About Outcomes First Group
At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research‑led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual. Our 97% success rate in guiding leavers into education, employment or training reflects our commitment. We operate a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people.
The role
We are looking for a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our in‑house clinical team at Hillingdon Manor School. Working collaboratively with the education team, 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 standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working, guiding your practice within an education setting and clarifying your roles and responsibilities in line with governing and professional bodies. You will hold an occupational therapy caseload, receive support from your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, and contribute to staff training and consultation as required.
Location Details
Hillingdon Manor School – Middlesex UB8 3HD – Hillingdon Manor School is part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 11–19.
Essential Criteria
* BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy.
* HCPC registered and member of RCOT.
* Relevant experience in a previously held job (LD, SEMH, neurodivergence).
* Enhanced knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application.
* Experience of multi‑disciplinary working in a range of settings, with some responsibility for service & team performance.
* Experience of communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers.
* Experience of working with autistic children and young people.
* Experience of working in an education setting.
* Good communication including relationship, analytical and judgmental skills.
* Clear understanding of the relationship between behaviour and communication.
* Clear understanding of physical needs, dexterity, coordination and sensory skills for assessment and treatment of client group.
* Clear understanding of other developmental needs that may impact on an individual and skills needed for independence.
* Up‑to‑date knowledge of a range of approaches relating to neurodivergence, learning disability and trauma‑informed practice.
* Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group.
* Good clinical reasoning skills and able to confidently express rationale.
* Able to engage in quality improvement and enhanced service delivery.
* Understanding of information governance, confidentiality and record keeping standards.
* Ability to work collaboratively as part of the multi‑disciplinary team, and support with supervision of staff and students.
* Sound knowledge of different assessment tools, intervention programmes and formulation of treatment plans from a range of OT modalities.
* Evidence of continuous professional development and consistently undertake self‑development.
* Ability and willingness to travel on company business.
* Flexible approach to working environments, creative problem solver.
* Able to work under pressure and to deadlines.
Desirable
* 3+ years practicing as an OT.
* Evidence of formal post‑graduate study in Sensory Integration and/or developmental trauma and/or sensory attachment.
Why work for us?
Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offers an array of flexible benefit options.
Benefits
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions.
* ‘Your Wellbeing Matters’ – access to a wide range of first‑class mental health support services and physical health checks.
* You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit.
* Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
* A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits.
* Hundreds of discount options valid in the UK and abroad.
* Cycle to Work Schemes.
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme.
* Critical illness cover.
* £2,000 CPD Training Allowance.
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, the Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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