Occupational Therapist – Specialist Education (SEMH/Autism)

Compass Associates; Taunton; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Awards scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Monthly clinical supervision

Home-working flexibility

Job summary

Compass Associates are supporting a well-established provider of education, care and health services for children and young people with complex needs in Somerset. The Occupational Therapist role combines assessment, intervention and consultation across two school sites, with some home-working during holidays.

The post supports pupils aged 7–19 with autism, ADHD and learning needs, and offers term-time academic focus with flexible home-work when possible.

Qualifications

• Qualified Occupational Therapist registered with HCPC.
• Experience in an educational environment is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload across two sites.

Responsibilities

• Assess, intervening and consult to embed therapeutic strategies within the school environment.
• Collaborate with education staff to implement therapy plans.
• Manage a caseload across two school sites and monitor progress.

Skills

Independent working

Caseload management

Therapeutic input

Education

Qualified Occupational Therapist

Job description

Compass Associates are supporting a well-established provider of education, care and health services for children and young people with complex needs in Somerset. The Occupational Therapist role combines assessment, intervention and consultation across two school sites, with some home-working during holidays.

The post supports pupils aged 7–19 with autism, ADHD and learning needs, and offers term-time academic focus with flexible home-work when possible.