Occupational Therapist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Wellbeing support

Family Growth Support

Discount options UK & abroad

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

£2000 CPD Training Allowance

Job summary

Outcomes First Group are seeking an Occupational Therapist to join the in-house clinical team at Bricklehurst Manor School in East Sussex. You will deliver bespoke OT assessments and interventions to pupils within an education setting, collaborating with the education team and Lead Clinician.

A caseload will be held with support and opportunities for staff training. Essential criteria include HCPC registration, RCOT membership and allied health qualification in OT.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration must be valid.
• RCOT membership required.
• Experience with neurodivergent learners or SEMH in school settings preferred.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a car.
• Interest in sensory integration or SI training is preferred, not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils.
• Hold an occupational therapy caseload with supervision and guidance from Lead Clinician.
• Collaborate with education teams to support pupil independence.
• Provide staff training and consultation as required.

Skills

Caseload management

Report writing

Independent working

Multi-professional collaboration

Education

Allied Health Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy

HCPC Registration

RCOT membership

Experience in required setting

Job description

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Bricklehurst Manor School – East Sussex TN5 7EL
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)

In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.

We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.

About Outcomes First Group

At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We exist to provide, champion and develop an exceptional education that is research-led and tailored around the abilities and aspirations of the individual - a commitment that shapes tomorrow’s leaders, cultivates a lifelong love of learning and equips young minds to craft their own bright futures.

At the heart of our philosophy lies a unique blend of tradition and innovation. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training.

As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams.

Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people.

To find out more about our segments and expert services, visit: www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/our-services

The role:

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Bricklehurst Manor School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician also contributing to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual.

Location: Bricklehurst Manor School – East Sussex TN5 7EL – Bricklehurst Manor School forms part of our Acorn Education brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 11 – 16

Essential Criteria:

• Allied Health Professional qualification in Occupational Therapy
• Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
• Registered member of RCOT
• Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
• Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills
• Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence
• Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
• Ability to work independently, flexible and confidence working in a school environment
• Clear and concise report writing skills
• Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
• Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)

Why work for us?

Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• £2000 CPD Training Allowance

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS