Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team in London. This role involves creating tailored assessment and intervention plans for individuals with complex needs, including autism and trauma. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide holistic care and make a positive impact on the lives of those you support. The position offers a competitive salary, a generous welcome bonus, and opportunities for professional development in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a company recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' and help shape the future of therapeutic services.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Health and wellbeing support

Pension schemes

Flexible benefits through Vista

Cycle to Work scheme

Electric car schemes

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and relevant qualifications required.
• Experience working with children/adults with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assessment and intervention plans for individuals with complex needs.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team providing holistic care.

Skills

Occupational Therapy qualification

Registered with HCPC

Sensory Integration awareness

Data management and analysis skills

Conflict resolution skills

Collaboration skills

Experience with complex cases

Experience with intellectual disabilities/autism

Education

Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification

Job description

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Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist, London (Uxbridge)

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location: London (Uxbridge), United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 7

Posted: 24.04.2025

Expiry Date: 08.06.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist

Location: Hillingdon Manor School – Middlesex, UB8 3HD

Salary: Up to £53,200 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus. The Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after one month and another £1,500 after your final probation period. Terms & Conditions apply.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only (41 weeks). There may be scope for a full-year contract (52 weeks); please contact us to discuss.

Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required

We support your Continued Professional Development with a £2,000 training allowance to complete role-specific training tailored to your needs.

About the role

We seek an experienced Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for individuals with complex needs, including autism, trauma, and developmental challenges, using a systemic and formulation-based approach.

You will be part of a multidisciplinary team including Speech and Language Therapists, Psychotherapists, and other professionals, providing holistic care, education, and clinical services.

We value practitioners with a clear vision for outstanding therapeutic services, driven, resilient, and capable of working within multidisciplinary teams.

Location: Hillingdon Manor School – South East

For more information, visit: https://www.optionsautism.co.uk/

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care across England and North Wales, with a reputation 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. Visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Minimum Requirements:

• Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
• Registered with HCPC
• Awareness of Sensory Integration or Sensory Regulation approaches
• Experience working with multiple teams and complex cases
• Experience with adults and/or children with intellectual disabilities/autism and additional needs
• Ability to collaborate with key partners
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• Post-qualification experience with adults
• Experience in lecturing/training
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle
• Skills in data management and analysis

What’s in it for you?

You will join a motivated service with supportive colleagues, with resources to implement your strategic vision for therapies. This role offers autonomy and the chance to make a positive impact on lives.

We provide an inclusive, respectful environment with opportunities for career growth. Benefits include health and wellbeing support, pension schemes, and flexible benefits through Vista, such as health, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, and electric car schemes.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.