Occupational Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Carnforth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in special needs education seeks an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join their team. This role includes implementing therapeutic approaches to support vulnerable pupils and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team. A competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered, along with a commitment to employee wellbeing and work/life balance.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance for role-specific training

Life Assurance Pension scheme

Access to mental health support

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Flexible Benefits Platform

Qualifications

• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with additional needs.
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting.

Responsibilities

• Implement holistic, therapeutic approaches to support vulnerable pupils.
• Conduct standardised and non-standardised assessments and prepare documentation.
• Provide information and training to staff and agencies.

Skills

Collaboration

Conflict Resolution

Continuing Professional Development

Holistic Care Approach

Education

Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT

Job description

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pm

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.

Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle required

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

We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You would be expected to implement a holistic, therapeutic, and dynamic approach to helping our vulnerable pupils in their daily lives—ensuring they are safe, comfortable, and their occupational and sensory needs are supported throughout their day. Undertaking all aspects of Occupational Therapy clinical duties, you would carry out standardised and non-standardised assessments, bespoke interventions, and prepare relevant documentation—including writing reports and sensory profiles. Additionally, you will provide information and training to staff, commissioners, and other agencies as required.

You would be working within our well-established and supportive multi-disciplinary therapy team to help create an environment where our pupils can flourish, learn, and develop. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants. Someone with a rounded and integrated approach to care and clinical services would be perfect for this role.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care. We have services covering all of England and North Wales. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland, and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we serve.

We are proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year in 2024.

Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.

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

• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT
• Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism with additional needs (e.g., complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviors of concern)
• Ability to work collaboratively with key partners
• Ability to work sensitively and resolve conflicts effectively
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

What’s in it for you?

You will join an ambitious, driven service supported by an exceptional team eager to learn from you. This role offers the autonomy to make a positive impact and enrich the lives of those you support.

We provide a friendly, inclusive environment where employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to develop their careers. We support your personal and professional growth with a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing and career progression.

For more details, refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To discuss this role further, contact: [emailprotected]

Why work for us?

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you’ll receive an exceptional rewards package including:

• Life Assurance Pension scheme with optional increased contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” — access to mental health support and health checks
• Family Growth Support — enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to choose benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

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

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.

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