We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Crookhey Hall 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. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person‑centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.
Qualifications
* Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
* Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
* Registered member of RCOT
* Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting (preferred)
* Experience working with neurodivergent and/or learners with learning difficulty and/or socio‑emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, able to evidence transferable skills
* 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 (essential)
* Interest in sensory integration or sensory‑informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferred, however not essential)
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role‑specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
Benefits
* £2,000 training allowance
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
* Wellbeing support – access to first‑class mental health services and physical health checks
* Work 80% of contractual hours for 100% of your pay (subject to successful completion of probation; 4 days a week with full pay is a benefit)
* Family Growth Support – inclusive maternity and paternity leave, paid fertility treatment support
* Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
* Discount options in the UK and abroad
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Electric Car Purchase Scheme
* Critical illness cover
All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people.
Lancaster, Lancashire – Up to £53,200 FTE DOE – Full Time – Posted by Outcomes First Group – Posted: Sunday, 15 February 2026
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