Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Greater London; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to work within a supportive environment focused on children's wellbeing, utilizing a 4-Day Working Week trial for improved work-life balance. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide essential therapeutic services, particularly for children with neurodiversity and complex needs. With a commitment to professional development and a comprehensive benefits package, this position is perfect for those looking to make a significant impact in the field of occupational therapy.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

80% of hours for 100% pay

Mental health support

Family growth benefits

Health and wellbeing discounts

Cycle schemes

Electric car schemes

Critical illness cover

£2,000 training allowance

Qualifications

• Experience working with complex cases in multidisciplinary teams.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Deliver OT-specific therapeutic services for children with complex needs.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to provide holistic care.

Skills

Sensory Integration training

Experience with neurodiversity

Team collaboration

Conflict resolution skills

Data management skills

Education

Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification

Postgraduate Ayres Sensory Integration training

Job description

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Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist, England

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location: England, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 9

Posted: 08.05.2025

Expiry Date: 22.06.2025

Job Description:

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: Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

Location: Oak Tree School, Red Moor School and Copper Fields School, Cornwall

Salary: Up to £53,200 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (payable as one payment of £1,500 after one month and another of £1,500 upon final probation; T&Cs apply)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time plus 2 weeks (46.6 weeks). There may be scope for a full-year (52 weeks) contract; please contact us to discuss.

Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

We offer a £2,000 training allowance to support your professional development, tailored to your needs.

We’re seeking an experienced, Sensory Integration trained, Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans, primarily supporting children with Section F provision, Ayres Sensory Integration, in their Education, Health and Care Plans.

About the role

Are you an experienced Sensory Integration trained, Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist excited to work during times of transformative change? Do you have experience or interest in working with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), complex trauma, and other complex needs? If so, this is your opportunity!

The post involves delivering OT-specific therapeutic services, including Ayres Sensory Integration, within a systemic and formulation-based approach, supporting children with autism, trauma, and complex needs.

You will be part of multidisciplinary teams across three schools, including Speech and Language Therapists, Psychotherapists, and other professionals, providing holistic care, education, and clinical services.

We seek a practitioner with a clear vision of outstanding therapeutic services, drive, motivation, resilience, and teamwork skills.

Location:

Oak Tree School, Red Moor School, and Copper Fields School, Cornwall

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care in England and North Wales, known for quality and positive outcomes. In 2024, we were certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year. Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more info, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

• Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
• Registered with HCPC
• Postgraduate Ayres Sensory Integration training and experience
• Experience working within multiple teams and with complex cases
• Experience with adults and/or children with intellectual disabilities, autism, trauma, or mental health needs
• Ability to collaborate with partners
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Continuing professional development evidence
• Post-qualification experience with adults
• Experience in lecturing/training
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle
• Data management skills for service improvement and projects

What’s in it for you?

Join a driven, supportive service with excellent team members. You will have resources and autonomy to implement your therapeutic strategy, making a positive impact on lives.

We offer a friendly, inclusive environment where employees are valued. Our benefits include career development, wellbeing support, and a comprehensive reward package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme
• 80% of hours for 100% pay (subject to probation)
• Mental health and physical health support
• Family growth benefits, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Additional benefits via our Vista platform include health and wellbeing discounts, cycle schemes, electric car schemes, and critical illness cover.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and DBS verification.