Occupational Therapist

Kedleston Group; Peacehaven; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A special education school in Peacehaven is seeking an Occupational Therapist to support children with ADHD and ASC. This part-time position involves providing occupational therapy assessments and treatment, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and creating individualized therapy plans. Ideal candidates will have a Dip COT, relevant experience, and strong communication skills. The school offers a supportive environment and various benefits that promote professional development and well-being.

Benefits

Health and well-being programmes

Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure

Cycle to work scheme

Generous life cover

Qualifications

• Experience working in a special school setting or CAMHS service is preferred.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with students, staff, and parents.
• Proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality occupational therapy assessments and treatment.
• Plan and evaluate therapy treatment programmes based on the child's EHCP.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive problem-solving

Education

Dip COT, BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy

HCPC and BAOT registration

Job description

Arc School Napton

Contract type: Permanent, Part Time, 2 Days per week

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Occupational Therapist to join our team and help support children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.

What you’ll be doing:

• Provide a high quality standard of occupational therapy assessment, management, treatment and advice for a caseload of children aged 5 to 11 with a wide range of emotional, social and mental health difficulties
• Plan, deliver and evaluate therapy treatment programmes as agreed in the child’s EHCP
• Work collaboratively as part of the multidisciplinary team and multi-agency teams involved with children and their families, contributing to team meetings, consultations, joint assessments, reviews and staff training

What we’re looking for:

• Dip COT, BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy together with HCPC and BAOT registration
• Previous experience of working in a special school setting or in a CAMHS service
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for collaboration with students, staff, and parents
• A proactive and innovative approach to problem-solving and student support

Why work for us?

• Supportive and friendly school community
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A rewarding role where you’ll make a real impact!

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children in our care.

When you join Kedleston Group, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect a supportive environment which enables you to excel in your role and grow in your career.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:

• Access to health and well‑being programmes, including a free and confidential 24/7 helpline and counselling service
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform
• Cycle to work scheme
• Generous life cover

Who are we?

Opened in 2008, Arc School Napton offer primary provision in a small school setting within the lovely Warwickshire countryside. Learning by stage, not age, our pupils are placed in classes that will allow them to effectively access learning which is delivered in the most appropriate way for their needs. Pupils of all primary ages are welcome and we have an area of the school set up for those pupils in the EYFS or KS1 age groups, this is staffed with adults who have extensive experience supporting pupils in the younger age ranges.

Arc School Napton is part of Kedleston Group. We specialise in providing specialist education and care for children aged 5-11 with a range of special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). These include autistic spectrum condition (ASC), attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and social emotional and mental health needs (SEMH).

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting children and we expect all colleagues to share this commitment. We will do everything possible to ensure that only those who are suitable to work with children are recruited to work for us. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020 and is subject to a range of vetting checks including a criminal records disclosure.

We are a disability confident committed and equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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