Occupational Therapist

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Barton-upon-Humber; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education institution in Barton-upon-Humber is seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to deliver tailored OT services. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, providing assessment and intervention for pupils with diverse needs. Opportunities for professional growth and a comprehensive benefits package, including a £2,000 training allowance and health support services, are offered.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Various health and wellbeing benefits

Cycle to Work Scheme

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in occupational therapy services.
• Ability to work independently and flexibly.
• Interest in sensory integration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke occupational therapy assessment and intervention.
• Collaborate with the education team for pupil support.
• Hold an occupational therapy caseload.

Skills

Independence fostering

Creative problem solving

Collaboration

Clinical report writing

Education

Recognised Occupational Therapy degree

HCPC Registration

Job description

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary teamin a rewarding education setting?

Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development?

Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?

Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Barton School – Lincolnshire DN18 6DA

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE

*Please note- basic grade OT offers from £33,000+, Specialist from £39,500+ & Highly specialist from £48,000+*

Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 8.00am-4.30pm across Monday-Friday (to be arranged with Line Manager)

Contract: Permanent (Term time only, with opportunities for flexibility on working pattern based on your personal circumstances)

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils.This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.

We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.

The role:

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Barton School and expand our occupational therapy offer. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs.You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to staff training and consultation as requiredThis post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.

Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support.

Location: Barton School – Lincolnshire DN18 6DA – Barton School forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children young people aged 5 – 19.

Welcome to Options Barton School
Education - Options Autism
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.

Essential Criteria:

Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
Registered member of RCOT
Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills
Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
Clear and concise report writing skills
Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)
Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

£2,000 training allowance
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover