Occupational Therapist

Outcomes First Group; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an Occupational Therapist to join their clinical team, working at Syon Grange to deliver tailored assessments and interventions to assist pupils with diverse needs. The role offers opportunities for professional development, flexible working arrangements, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a £5,000 Welcome Bonus. Candidates should possess a recognized OT degree, valid HCPC registration, and a full UK driving license.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Mental health support

£2,000 training allowance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing services

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must have relevant experience in occupational therapy.
• Full UK driving license required.
• Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke OT assessments and interventions.
• Support training and consultation for staff.
• Foster independence in pupils aged 16-25.

Skills

Resilience

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Person-centred approach

Education

Recognized OT degree

Valid HCPC registration

RCOT membership

Job description

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career—whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups, and be part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training and development? Do you seek flexibility and the ability to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention, fostering independence within an education setting? Are you interested in supporting the growth of apprentices, students, and therapy assistants to develop an enhanced occupational therapy offer? Would working for an employer awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years appeal to you? How about working four days a week with full pay? If so, this opportunity with Outcomes First Group might be ideal for you.

Job Title: Occupational Therapist

Location: Syon Grange School - Isleworth, London TW7 5AJ (with flexibility across Hillingdon Manor sites)

Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus (payable in two installments after successful probation)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday; hours to overlap with core school hours (part-time considered)

Contract: Permanent (term time only or flexible full-time options available)

We are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join our clinical team at Syon Grange, supporting pupils aged 16-25, many of whom may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent, or have SEMH needs. The role involves delivering bespoke OT assessments and interventions, working within the standards of the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working, and contributing to staff training and consultation. The ideal candidate will be resilient, creative, and enthusiastic, committed to a person-centred, empowering approach, and maintaining a strong safeguarding culture.

Essential criteria include a recognized OT degree, valid HCPC registration, RCOT membership, relevant experience, and a full UK driving license. An interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice is desirable. We offer a £2000 training allowance to support your professional development after probation.

Benefits include flexible working arrangements, a comprehensive benefits package, mental health support, pension scheme, wellbeing services, and a £5000 Welcome Bonus. All applicants will undergo safeguarding and DBS checks, and the group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils.