Occupational Therapist

CLARUS EDUCATION; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist to join their vibrant school environment. In this full-time role, you will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide tailored therapy for young learners with Autism, ensuring their individual needs are met. Your expertise will contribute to planning and reviewing treatment programs, while fostering collaboration with teachers and staff. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children, all within a supportive and autism-friendly setting. If you are passionate about helping young people thrive, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Must have relevant Occupational Therapy qualification and be registered with HCPC and RCOT.
• Substantial post-qualification experience, especially with children with Autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide EHCP focused Occupational Therapy sessions for pupils aged 3-19.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to case reviews.

Skills

Occupational Therapy

Collaboration

Conflict Resolution

Data Management

Education

Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification

Tools

HCPC Registration

RCOT Registration

Job description

Occupational Therapist – Outstanding School – Hillingdon

Q - Are you a fully qualified and registered Occupational Therapist, looking for a role in a school setting?

Our specialist all-through School is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Occupational Therapist to join our team. As an Occupational Therapist, you will have the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team and provide comprehensive assessments and evidence-based therapy to young people with a range of special, additional needs.

We are a specialist school, providing provision for young learners between the ages of 3 and 19 with a primary diagnosis of Autism. Spread across three sites, our staff are dedicated in providing personalised learning in an autism friendly environment.

Prior experience of working with children with Autism is essential for this role.

If this sounds like a team you would like to be a part of, apply by sending in your CV immediately! You will be contacted within 24 hours if shortlisted.

Occupational Therapist – The Role

1. Working as an Occupational Therapist within the school
2. EHCP focused Occupational Therapy sessions – Pupils aged 3 - 19 years old
3. Plan and regularly review treatment programmes
4. Attend and actively contribute to Case review meetings
5. Collaborative working with Teachers and staff across the school
6. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team under the lead clinical psychologist, speech and language therapists, social workers and other SEN Specialists
7. Permanent, full-time, term-time position
8. 36.5 hours per week: 8.30am – 4pm Mon – Fri
9. Pay Scale; Up to £53,000 (depending on experience)

Occupational Therapist – The Occupational Therapist:

1. MUST have Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
2. Registered with the HCPC and RCOT
3. Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners
4. Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively
5. Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
6. Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults
7. Experience of lecturing/teaching/training
8. Full valid UK driving licence and access to a car
9. Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work

If you are interested in this Occupational Therapist opportunity, lesson observations and interviews can be arranged immediately!

To apply for this Occupational Therapist, please get in touch today! We are recruiting for this Occupational Therapist role now and will be interviewing ASAP. We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. As an Occupational Therapist, you will have a safeguarding responsibility if appointed. The successful Occupational Therapist candidate will be subject to enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service and employment will be subject to references. This Occupational Therapist post is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Apply for this Occupational Therapist opportunity by sending your CV to Alison at Clarus Education. You will be contacted by your personal consultant (if shortlisted) for the Occupational Therapist within 24 hours.

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