About the Role We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team at Westbourne School in the East Midlands.
This is an exciting opportunity to work with individuals with additional needs and make a positive impact on their lives.
As a newly qualified Occupational Therapist, you will have the chance to complete a preceptorship year under the supervision of a senior occupational therapist before working more independently.
You will be responsible for implementing a holistic and therapeutic approach to helping our pupils in their daily lives, while maintaining a high level of professionalism and continuing your professional development.
Our multi-disciplinary therapy team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, and therapy assistants.
We are looking for someone with a rounded and integrated approach to care, education, and clinical services.
Key Responsibilities: Assess and treat individuals within the service, delivering meaningful activities in individual and group environments.
Complete screening and assessments as required, with report writing supported by your supervisor initially.
Provide information and training to staff, commissioners, and other agencies as needed.
Requirements: Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons) degree Registration with the HCPC and RCOT Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines Clinical problem-solving ability Effective communication skills Able to keep accurate records Autonomy and flexibility to adapt to changing needs Benefits: A competitive salary of £30,000 - £36,000 per annum, depending on experience Opportunity to work 4 days a week but receive full pay $2,000 training allowance for role-specific training Supportive and inclusive working environment Range of benefits including life assurance, pension scheme, and flexible benefits platform About Outcomes First Group: We are the largest independent provider of special needs education and care in England and North Wales.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our service users.