Specialist Occupational Therapist

JR United Kingdom; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the care sector seeks a Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their team in Thatcham. In this role, you will make a significant impact on the lives of children and young adults with neurodiverse needs, conducting assessments and developing personalized therapy programs. This position offers the opportunity to lead and inspire, with full-time and part-time options available.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Learning & Development Opportunities

Access to discounts via Blue Light Card

Wellbeing Support resources

Cycle2Work scheme

Covered enhanced DBS check

Eligibility for Medicash and life assurance after 12 months

Qualifications

• Recognized postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy.
• Extensive experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to complete capacity assessments.

Responsibilities

• Assessing and developing therapy programs for pupils.
• Collaborating with the integrated therapy team.
• Designing training and mentoring for colleagues.

Skills

Assessment

Therapy Program Development

Collaboration

IT Skills

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy

HCPC registration with RCOT Membership

Qualification in Sensory Integration and Processing

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Specialist Occupational Therapist, Thatcham

Client: Phoenix Learning & Care Group

Location: Thatcham, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

Posted: 23.05.2025

Expiry Date: 07.07.2025

Job Description:

Job Title: Specialist Occupational Therapist

Job Location: The Grange, Thatcham, RG19

Salary: Between £38,005.50 - £45,513pa, based on working 37.5 hours per week, 42 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time Only - Full Time and Part Time Considered

Are you an experienced Specialist Occupational Therapist? Imagine making a significant impact daily on the lives of children and young adults with neurodiverse needs, many of whom have experienced trauma. This is your chance to utilize your skills to create meaningful change and make a difference.

Join us at The Grange in this newly created role where your expertise will be vital! As a key team member, you'll have the autonomy to shape our occupational therapy services' future. Collaborate with our passionate integrated therapy team to deliver high-quality care and support, making a real impact every day.

In this role, you'll identify and address pupils' strengths and challenges, fostering their growth and independence. You will conduct assessments, create personalized therapy programs, and contribute to their development. Your dedication will empower pupils to thrive and reach their full potential.

This is an opportunity to lead, inspire, and transform lives.

A day in the life of a Specialist Occupational Therapist includes:

• Adopting a neurodiverse affirming and trauma-informed approach to clinical work with a small caseload of pupils with neurodiverse needs.
• Assessing, developing indirect therapy programs, providing advice, consultations, and delivering direct therapy.
• Collaborating with the integrated therapy team, including Speech and Language Therapists and Creative Art Therapists.
• Designing and delivering training and mentoring for colleagues to develop the Occupational Therapy services, with support from the Clinical Lead.

To be successful as a Specialist Occupational Therapist, you’ll need:

• A recognized postgraduate qualification in Occupational Therapy, with an essential qualification in Sensory Integration and Processing, and HCPC registration with RCOT Membership.
• Extensive experience as an Occupational Therapist.
• Ability to complete or contribute to capacity assessments.
• Good IT skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams) is helpful.
• A full driving license; travel to other sites, including the Tiverton Hub, may be required.

In return, you’ll receive:

• Pension scheme: Our pension scheme involves a 5% employee contribution and a 3% employer contribution.
• Learning & Development Opportunities: We support your professional growth.
• Discounts: Access discounts via Blue Light Card and our benefits platform.
• Wellbeing Support: Mental health and wellbeing resources, including confidential check-ins and group sessions.
• Cycle2Work: Scheme to buy bicycles at discounted rates.
• DBS: We cover the cost of your enhanced DBS check.
• After 12 months: Eligibility for Medicash, life assurance (x2 salary), and high street discounts.

Successful applicants will undergo pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS, social media screening, and reference checks.

At Phoenix Learning and Care, we value diversity and inclusivity, fostering an environment where everyone can bring their true selves to work without fear of discrimination.