Overview
Be among the first 25 applicants. Roehampton Gate School is recruiting for an Occupational Therapist to join our Therapy team. We are looking for enthusiastic, caring and passionate people to become an integral part of our therapy team. The successful candidate will join our multi-disciplinary team, reporting to the Therapy Manager. The role may suit someone experienced in a special needs environment or newly qualified.
Aspris Education and Children’s Services is a UK-based provider offering independent behavioural care for commissioners across the UK, with over 100 high quality schools, colleges and homes.
Main Duties
* Manage and coordinate own caseload and implement individual EHCP/treatment plans for occupational therapy services, ensuring treatments, activities and interventions are delivered through effective application and communication
* Receive and respond promptly to new students undertaking assessments to identify and prioritise student needs before planning and delivering appropriate and relevant interventions either on an individual or group basis
* Maintain accurate and timely records detailing each student\'s progress and complete Annual Review records when required
* Ensure the effective and efficient management of sensory profiles across the whole school and advise staff on correct implementation
* Maintain and develop close working relationships with school teaching and support staff
* Ensure clinical practice is in line with school policies and procedures and complies with statutory regulations and quality standards
* Contribute to business growth by actively promoting the school\'s therapy services in line with personal and school targets
* Maintain effective communication links with students, patients, relatives, carers, and purchasers
* Undertake training for school staff in line with EHCP requirements, including individual and group support, and advise teaching and support staff throughout the academic year
* Be responsible for linking OT into the class setting to foster a strong therapy and education collaboration
* Submit requests for equipment in line with supporting progress of all students
Qualifications
* The successful candidate will be registered and hold a BSc Occupational Therapy or profession specific equivalent qualification
Employment details
* 4 day week may be considered; salary pro rata to reflect this
* Employment type: Full-time
* Seniority level: Entry level
* Industries: Primary and Secondary Education
* Job function: Health Care Provider
Benefits
* Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
* Blue Light discount card
* Flexible working
* Hybrid opportunities
* Relocation package*
* Free parking
* Free lunches
* Comprehensive induction
* Commitment to ongoing training and career progression
* Paid for enhanced PVG/DBS
* Wellbeing support
* Cycle to work scheme and more!
Safeguarding
Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references covering the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. References may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.
Please note, this role may close early should we appoint a successful candidate.
If you want to progress your career, Aspris will help you get there.
Aspris is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
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