Occupational Therapist (Hiring Immediately)

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* It doesnt have to be!
Have a better worklife balance and come and workfor Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist Location: Newbarn School and residential homes, Berkshire Salary: Up to £53,200 (pro rata, dependent on experience) plus £3000 WelcomeBonus Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday Contract: Permanent, Term Time only, (There may be scope for this role to bea full-time contract (52 weeks) if this is your preference, please get intouch to discuss.)
Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their ContinuedProfessional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allowyou to complete role specific training tailored to your individualrequirements.
We're looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expandingteam.
Holding responsibility within specialist services, you will contributeto bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the people we support.
About the role Are you an experienced clinician excited to work during times oftransformative change?
Are you experienced, or have a keen interest, inworking with the challenges associated with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD),complex and developmental trauma and complex needs?
Do you want to help createa nationally important resource with the substantial backing of one of theleading providers of education and care for young people with SEN?
If so, wehave the role for you!
We're looking for an Occupational Therapist to join usat Outcomes First Group.The post holder will progress the OT specific therapeutic services where theneeds of individuals vary in levels of functioning, many with a diagnosis ofautism as well as associated needs such as complex and developmental trauma.Needs are complex and require a systemic and formulation-based approach.You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary, well-being and therapeuticservices team which is required to meet the needs of the vulnerable peoplewithin our services.
The team includes Speech and Language Therapists,Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapists and other appropriate professionalsand services.
Someone with a holistic and integrated approach to care,education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.Who are we looking for?
We are looking for a practitioner who has a clearvision of what outstanding therapeutic services look like.
You would need todemonstrate drive, motivation, resilience and the ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.
Location: Newbarn School, Berkshire(New Barn School(acornnewbarnschool.co.uk))(https:www.acornnewbarnschool.co.uk) For more information, please visit the company's website: (https:www.optionsautism.co.uk)(https:eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https:******|baebc73a22164fb293de08db7e4cc33c|1cd8e9a399594e47aa6c83e2caf1045b|1|0|638242640373650017|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=uaW93dretFrzupfuYJPAyptPOXeJysLUNvEIw8oltO4=&reserved=0) About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needseducation and care.
We have services covering all of England and North Wales.We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with arenowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people weeducate and care for.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officiallycertified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.For more information on the group please visit:(https:www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk)(https:eur03.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https:******|baebc73a22164fb293de08db7e4cc33c|1cd8e9a399594e47aa6c83e2caf1045b|1|0|638242640373650017|Unknown|TWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0=|3000|||&sdata=5TnZQHJCzMV+B2CbZCHh1s7vR5DsDg4CfGhCFA1v61M=&reserved=0) Essential Criteria: * Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification * Registered with the HCPC * Experience in managing multi-disciplinary teams * Experience of working with adults andor children who have an intellectual disability andor autism with additional needs (e.g.
complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviours of concern) * Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners * Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively * Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting * Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults.
* Experience of lecturingteachingtraining * Full valid UK driving licence and access to a car * Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
What's in it for you?
You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that's really goingplaces, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who arekeen to learn from you.
You will have the resources and time to implement yourstrategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development ofthe service.
This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people wesupport and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people areheard, respected and hugely valued.
We want our employees to come to work withenergy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in theirwork.
We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make OutcomesFirst Group the success it is, and we want this to continue.
This is why weprovide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your worklife but also on a personal level too.
We want you to be the best you can beand offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.For further information on this role please refer the Job Description andPerson Specification attached.
To discuss this role in more detail, pleasecontact: (******)(mailto:******) Why work for us?
Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptionalreward package including: * Life Assurance * £2000 CPD allowance * 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 * Work 4 days, be paid for 5 T&C;s apply - following successful completion of the probation period * Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible BenefitsPlatform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that's right for you,including: * * 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 And that's not all, we place the outcomes of our people in our services atthe heart of everything we do, so you'll wake every day in the knowledge thatyour role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promotingthe welfare of our pupils and young people.
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