Occupational Therapist

Salutem Care & Education; Billingshurst; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Ingfield Manor School in West Sussex is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join a skilled trans-disciplinary team and support students with neurological needs to access learning and daily life.

You will contribute to assessment, planning and delivery of therapy programmes while embedding therapeutic strategies throughout the curriculum and wider school environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Occupational Therapy.
• HCPC Registration must be current.
• Experience working with neurological impairment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to assess occupational performance and develop clear treatment plans.
• Flexible, child-centred and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group occupational therapy programmes.
• Work within a trans-disciplinary team.
• Assess and recommend specialist equipment and environmental adaptations.
• Support seating assessments and solutions.
• Promote active learning and independence in self-care skills.
• Assess access to technology and communication support systems.
• Contribute to moving and handling and eating and drinking plans.
• Write professional reports and maintain accurate records.
• Attend reviews and liaise with families and external professionals.
• Support staff training and development.
• Ensure students are treated with dignity, respect and autonomy.

Skills

Degree in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

Neurological impairment experience

Written and verbal communication

Assess and plan treatment

Child-centred and collaborative

Education

Degree in Occupational Therapy

Job description

About The Company

Occupational Therapist

Beaumont Sussex at Ingfield Manor School, West Sussex

Beaumont Sussex is proud to support the recruitment of an Occupational Therapist to join the exceptional team at Ingfield Manor School, a specialist education setting nestled within beautiful grounds near Horsham, West Sussex.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly rewarding environment where every day is focused on helping children and young people achieve greater independence, confidence and success.

About Ingfield Manor School

Ingfield Manor School is a specialist, non-maintained school and part of Salutem Care and Education. Set within idyllic grounds and benefiting from outstanding specialist facilities, the school provides education and therapy for children and young people aged 3–19 with neurological motor impairments, including Cerebral Palsy, alongside associated medical and sensory needs.

The school follows the Conductive Education approach, promoting holistic development through physical, communication, educational and life skills learning.

Facilities

• Extensive woodland and outdoor learning spaces


• Specialist sensory rooms


• Swimming pool


• Adapted learning environments


• Excellent therapy resources and equipment

Following its most recent Ofsted inspection, Ingfield Manor School continues to be recognised as providing a Good quality of education, with inspectors praising the strong relationships between staff and pupils, tailored learning approaches, and the dedication of the team.

About The Role

Part time permanent hours: 24 hours per week Term Time Only

The Role

As an Occupational Therapist, you will work as part of a skilled trans-disciplinary team, helping students develop the functional skills and independence needed to access learning and everyday life. You will contribute to assessment, planning and delivery of occupational therapy programmes while embedding therapeutic strategies throughout the curriculum and wider school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver individual and group occupational therapy programmes


• Work collaboratively within a trans-disciplinary team


• Assess and recommend specialist equipment and environmental adaptations


• Support seating assessments and solutions


• Promote active learning and independence in self-care skills


• Assess access to technology and communication support systems


• Contribute to moving and handling and eating and drinking plans


• Write professional reports and maintain accurate records


• Attend reviews and liaise with families and external professionals


• Support staff training and development


• Ensure students are treated with dignity, respect and autonomy at all times

What We're Looking For

Essential

• Degree in Occupational Therapy


• HCPC Registration


• Experience working with neurological impairment


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to assess occupational performance and develop clear treatment plans


• A flexible, child-centred and collaborative approach

Desirable

• RCOT Membership


• Experience working with children and young people


• Sensory Integration knowledge


• Hand splinting experience


• Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations


• Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams

Why Join Ingfield Manor School?

At Ingfield Manor, staff are valued, supported and encouraged to grow professionally. New team members receive a comprehensive induction and training programme, alongside ongoing development opportunities.

Our Core Values:

• Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.


• Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.


• Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.


• Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.


• Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.


• Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.


• Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.

Why Choose Us?

• Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.


• Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.


• Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.


• Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.

Still not convinced?

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Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.

At Salutem Care and Education, we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we're looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience.

Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks.

We are committed to ensuring that safeguarding is a top priority; therefore, in line with KCSIE, we will be carrying out online searches on shortlisted candidates as part of their due diligence.