Occupational Therapist/Specialist in Hampshire at Chiltern Way Academy Basingstoke

Chiltern Way Academy Basingstoke; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Chiltern Way Academy is seeking an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our Hampshire team, delivering integrated OT services across our sites. You will lead the development of innovative OT provision, tailor interventions to pupils with ASC/SEMH needs, and embed therapeutic approaches within the curriculum to support learning and inclusion.

Working with families, staff and external professionals, you will design and deliver training, provide clinical leadership, and promote

Qualifications

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy with HCPC and RCOT registration.
• Experience working with children and young people with ASC and/or SEMH needs.
• Strong skills in delivering training and supporting multidisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to evidence-based, functional and outcome-focused practice.
• Excellent communication and collaborative working skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the development and delivery of innovative occupational therapy provision.
• Deliver specialist, outcome-focused interventions tailored to pupil needs.
• Embed therapeutic approaches across the curriculum to enhance learning and inclusion.
• Design and deliver training programmes to support staff development and inclusive practice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to ensure a holistic, joined-up approach to pupil support.
• Provide clinical leadership within your area of expertise.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Training delivery

Collaboration

Curriculum integration

Education

HCPC registered

RCOT registration

Job description

About this Role

Across our nine sites, we provide state-of-the-art facilities and a highly skilled, committed staff team. Together, we deliver outstanding education and care tailored to a diverse range of behavioural and autism needs.

The Role

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Occupational Therapist and Specialist to join our team Hampshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing and developing a high-quality, integrated occupational therapy service .

You will:

• Lead on the development and delivery of innovative occupational therapy provision
• Deliver specialist, outcome-focused interventions tailored to pupil needs
• Embed therapeutic approaches across the curriculum to enhance learning and inclusion
• Design and deliver training programmes to support staff development and inclusive practice
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, families, and external professionals to ensure a holistic, joined-up approach to pupil support
• Provide clinical leadership within your area of expertise

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed professional who has:

• A recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy with HCPC and RCOT registration
• Experience working with children and young people with ASC and/or SEMH needs
• Strong skills in delivering training and supporting multidisciplinary teams
• A commitment to evidence-based, functional and outcome-focused practice
• Excellent communication and collaborative working skills

Why Join Us?

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Make a meaningful and lasting difference to the lives of young people
• Be part of a forward-thinking, supportive, and innovative organisation
• Help shape and develop a growing therapy service across the Trust

Join us-and help change lives, shape futures, and make a real impact.

Our Commitment

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion are at the heart of everything we do. We actively promote a culture where everyone is treated fairly and has the opportunity to thrive.

Chiltern Way is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

Chiltern Way Academy will comply with its obligations under GDPR and other data protection legislation.