Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Staines-upon-Thames; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to work with a supportive multidisciplinary team, focusing on delivering quality care and neuro-affirming practices. You'll complete a preceptorship year under supervision, gaining valuable experience while making a positive impact on the lives of young people with additional needs. With a commitment to professional development and a £2,000 training allowance, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a friendly, inclusive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension Schemes

Wellbeing Support Services

Flexible Benefits

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Fertility Treatment Support

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT.
• Ability to assess young people's needs and develop treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Implement a holistic, therapeutic approach to support pupils.
• Conduct assessments, treatments, and report writing.

Skills

Collaborative Work

Clinical Problem-Solving

Assessment Skills

Treatment Planning

Time Management

Organizational Skills

Innovative Thinking

Education

Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)

Job description

Are you a Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist wanting to gain experience working with people with additional needs?

Job Title: Newly Qualified Occupational Therapist

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only. There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract (52 weeks); please get in touch to discuss.

About the role

We understand the value of helping our employees achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance for role-specific training tailored to your needs.

Join an evidence-based provision where quality and neuro-affirming best practices are delivered. The role involves completing a preceptorship year under the supervision of a senior occupational therapist before working more independently once competencies are signed off. You will implement a holistic, therapeutic, and dynamic approach to support our pupils, with responsibilities including assessments, treatments, report writing (initially supported), and providing training to staff and other agencies.

You will work within our supportive multidisciplinary team, which includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants, to foster an environment where pupils can flourish and develop.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care, operating across England and North Wales. We are proud to be a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.

Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, please visit our website.

Minimum Requirements

• Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons).
• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong clinical problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess young people's needs and develop treatment plans using various OT modalities.
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with HCPC & RCOT standards.
• Motivated, responsible, and reliable.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Initiative and innovative thinking.

What’s in it for you?

Work with an ambitious, driven service supported by a talented team. Enjoy autonomy in your role and the opportunity to make a positive impact on lives. We offer a friendly, inclusive environment where employees are valued and supported through various benefits and career development opportunities.

Additional Benefits

• Life Assurance and Pension schemes.
• Wellbeing support services and health checks.
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support.
• Flexible benefits via Vista platform, including health and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes, and critical illness cover.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our service users. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.