Occupational Therapist Job at Oakham Full Time

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career
– All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?

Do you want to participate in research projects, special interest groups and be part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development?

Do you want flexibility and the ability to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 6th year running?

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge.

Job Title

bOccupational Therapistb

Location

bThe Shires – Stretton, Rutland, East Midlands LE15 7GT
b

Salary

bUp to £53,200 DOEb

Hours

b37.5 hours per week, Monday – Fridayb

Contract

bPermanentb (52 weeks or flexibility around term-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 of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. We aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key.

bWe understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their CPD goals we offer a £2,000 training allowance to complete role-specific training once probation has been completed.

About Outcomes First Group

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

We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom. Outcomes First Group is the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector and embraces forward-thinking initiatives and resources to meet the needs of pupils.

We operate a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet diverse needs.

The Role

We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at The Shires – Stretton. 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 hold an occupational therapy caseload with full support from your designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician, who will also contribute to staff training and consultation as required.

This post suits a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our clinical teams maintain a person-centred, empowering approach and a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.

Essential Criteria

• Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
• Valid and up-to-date HCPC Registration
• Registered member of RCOT
• Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting (preferred)
• Experience working with neurodivergent and/or learning difficulties and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, demonstrating transferable skills
• Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to…