Lead School Occupational Therapist - SEN & Autism Support

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced Pension Scheme (10% employers

Continuous professional development

Health Care Plan after probation

Death in Service (3 x salary)

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing support

Beautiful grounds and environment

Job summary

Coombe House School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver a high-quality occupational therapy service within our specialist school. This role supports pupils with autism, SEMH and associated needs to develop skills, independence and confidence.

You will work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to embed therapy into daily school life, provide evidence-based interventions and contribute to EHCP outcomes, promoting inclusive practice

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy and HCPC registration.
• Experience supporting children and young people with autism/SEMH and sensory needs.
• Commitment to inclusive practice and collaborative, multidisciplinary working.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver occupational therapy provision across the school.
• Assess pupils’ strengths, needs and barriers to participation; develop interventions and support plans.
• Support pupils to overcome barriers to learning, participation and independence.

Skills

HCPC registered

Experience with autism

Experience with SEMH

Inclusive practice

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Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

Coombe House School is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver a high-quality occupational therapy service within our specialist school. This role supports pupils with autism, SEMH and associated needs to develop skills, independence and confidence.

You will work collaboratively with teachers, therapists and families to embed therapy into daily school life, provide evidence-based interventions and contribute to EHCP outcomes, promoting inclusive practice