Occupational Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Preston; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance & Pension

Mental health support

Flexible Benefits Platform

UK & international discounts

Cycle to Work

Electric Car Purchase

Critical illness cover

Job summary

Outcomes First Group is recruiting an Occupational Therapist for OFG Education. The role involves delivering holistic therapy to students, conducting assessments, preparing reports and sensory profiles, and training staff and partners within a multidisciplinary team.

The position emphasizes safeguarding, research and continuous professional development in an educational setting. Applicants should be HCPC registered with RCOT or RCSLT, have experience with intellectual disabilities/autism, and

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT.
• Awareness of sensory integration or sensory regulation approaches.
• Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Ability to collaborate with a range of key partners.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement a holistic, therapeutic, and dynamic approach to support students in daily life.
• Ensure students are safe, comfortable, and have occupational and sensory needs met.
• Conduct standardised and non-standardised assessments, bespoke interventions, and prepare reports and sensory profiles.
• Provide training and information to staff, commissioners, and other agencies as needed.

Skills

HCPC registered

RCSLT/RCOT

Sensory Integration awareness

Collaboration with partners

Conflict resolution

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

About the Role

Belmont Secondary School is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. In this role, you will:

• Implement a holistic, therapeutic, and dynamic approach to support our students in their daily lives.
• Ensure students are safe, comfortable, and have their occupational and sensory needs met.
• Conduct standardised and non-standardised assessments, bespoke interventions, and prepare relevant documentation, including reports and sensory profiles.
• Provide training and information to staff, commissioners, and other agencies as needed.

You will collaborate with our well-established multidisciplinary therapy team, which includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants, to create an environment where our students can thrive.

About OFG Education

At OFG Education, we believe that every student is unique and deserves an education tailored to their individual needs. For over 20 years, we have been dedicated to creating personalized pathways that help students achieve their goals. Our approach combines educational and clinical expertise with research and innovation, ensuring high standards across all our services.

Key Qualifications and Experience

• Registered with the HCPC and RCSLT or RCOT, Awareness of Sensory Integration or Sensory Regulation approaches
• Experience working with children and/or adults with intellectual disabilities and/or autism
• Ability to collaborate with a range of key partners
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

Join Our Team as an Occupational Therapist!

Are you ready to take your occupational therapy career to the next level? At OFG, we offer you the chance to grow and develop while working in a friendly, multidisciplinary team within a rewarding educational setting. Imagine being part of a community that values your contributions and supports your professional journey!

Do you want to engage in exciting research projects, participate in special interest groups, and connect with a wider network of occupational therapy professionals? If flexibility and creativity in delivering specialist OT assessments and interventions sound appealing, then we want to hear from you!

Plus, we're proud to be recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth consecutive year. At OFG, we believe in fostering a better work-life balance for our team members.

What's in it for You?

Join a driven service that's on the rise, supported by a team of like-minded individuals eager to learn from you. This is your chance to enrich lives and make a positive impact while enjoying autonomy in your role.

We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where your voice is heard, and your contributions are valued. Our commitment to your well-being is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package:

• Life Assurance and Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Access to first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay (subject to successful completion of probation)
• Flexible Benefits Platform offering a range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes and Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE, DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only

Essential Requirements: Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own vehicle

At Outcomes First Group, we are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and young people. All successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

Join us in making a significant positive impact on the lives of others. Your journey starts here!