Occupational Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Grange-Over-Sands; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a progressive organization as an Occupational Therapist and experience the benefits of a 4-Day Working Week trial, honing your skills in a supportive environment. Your role will involve holistic therapy approaches to enhance the lives of vulnerable pupils, alongside a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. Enjoy generous training funding and a comprehensive benefits package while making a meaningful impact.

Benefits

£2,000 training allowance

Life Assurance Pension scheme

Mental health and physical health support services

Family Growth Support

Flexible Benefits Platform access

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities.
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to the role.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and create bespoke interventions.
• Prepare documentation like reports and sensory profiles.
• Provide training and information to staff, commissioners, and other agencies.

Skills

Sensitivity

Conflict Resolution

Collaboration

Ongoing Professional Development

Education

HCPC registration

RCSLT or RCOT registration

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 license and access to own vehicle required

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 requirements.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. You will implement a holistic, therapeutic, and dynamic approach to support our vulnerable pupils, ensuring their safety, comfort, and occupational and sensory needs are met throughout their day. Your duties will include conducting assessments, creating bespoke interventions, and preparing documentation such as reports and sensory profiles. You will also provide training and information to staff, commissioners, and other agencies as needed.

You will work within our well-established, supportive multi-disciplinary therapy team, including Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants, to foster an environment where pupils can flourish, learn, and develop.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care across England and North Wales. We are committed to quality and positive outcomes and are proud to be recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years.

Our 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, autism, or additional needs (e.g., complex trauma, mental health, challenging behaviors)
• Ability to collaborate effectively with key partners
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Evidence of ongoing professional development relevant to the role
• Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle

What’s in it for you?

You will join an ambitious, driven service supported by a talented team. This role offers autonomy and the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those you support. We promote a friendly, inclusive environment where employees are valued, respected, and encouraged to grow professionally and personally.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including career development opportunities and support for your wellbeing, both at work and outside of it.

For more details, refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To discuss the role further, please 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 contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health and physical health support services
• Family Growth Support – enhanced maternity, paternity leave, and fertility treatment support

Additional benefits through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, include:

• 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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