How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*? Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG! Job Title:
Occupational Therapist Location:
Underley Gardens School – Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2DZ Salary:
Up to £53,200 FTE DOE Hours:
37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm Contract:
Permanent, Term Time only There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract (52 weeks) if this is your preference, please get in touch to discuss. Essential:
Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements. We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team.
In the role you would be expected to implement a holistic, therapeutic and dynamic approach to helping our vulnerable pupils in their daily lives - ensuring they are safe, comfortable and their occupational and sensory needs supported throughout their day. Undertaking all aspects of Occupational Therapy clinical duties, you would be expected to carry out standardised and non-standardised assessments, bespoke interventions, and prepare relevant documentation - including writing reports and sensory profiles. In addition, you will provide information and training to staff, commissioners and other agencies as required. You would be working within our well-established and supportive multi-disciplinary therapy team to help create an environment where our pupils can flourish, learn and develop. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and therapy assistants.
Someone with a rounded and integrated approach to care and clinical services would be perfect for this role. Location: Underley Gardens School – Kirkby Lonsdale LA6 2DZ