Permanent Jobs in Eye, cambridgeshire, united kingdom

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• Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work / life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!Job Title :          Occupational TherapistLocation :          The Shires Stretton / Oakham, Rutland - LE15 7GTSalary :             Up to £53,200 FTE DOEHours :              37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday, Contract :          Permanent, Term Time only (There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract (52 weeks) please get in touch to discuss.)Essential :          Full UK valid driving and access to own vehicle We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.About the roleReady to take the next step in your OT career? Join our growing, passionate team across three diverse and dynamic schools, each offering a different specialist environment to broaden your skills and experience.We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Occupational Therapist ready to grow and thrive in a collaborative, child-centred environment.  You’ll be working with children and young people ages 4-19 with a range of needs, collaborating closely with education and clinical colleagues to support engagement, independence, and meaningful outcomes.Working systemically within a multi-disciplinary team (MDT) the role will require close collaborative working with clinicians. Work will focus around EHCP targets and be informed by MDT consultations, emerging patterns, needs and themes as well as observation & assessment.  Our aim is to embed excellent clinical practice throughout the educational journey of the young people we support.The post holder will progress the OT specific therapeutic services where the needs of individuals vary in levels of functioning, many with a diagnosis of autism 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 therapeutic services team which is required to meet the needs of the vulnerable people within our services. The team include a Speech and Language Therapist, a psychologist and other appropriate professionals and services. Someone with a holistic and integrated approach to care, education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.We are looking for a practitioner who has a clear vision of what outstanding therapeutic services look like. You would need to demonstrate drive, motivation, resilience and the ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams.Location : The Shires Stretton / Oakham, Rutland - LE15 7GT About the GroupOutcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education 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 a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified 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 :  (url removed)Essential Criteria : Occupational Therapy BSc (Hons)Registered with HCPC and RCSLT or RCOTMinimum 2 years experience Awareness of Sensory Integration or Sensory regulation approachesExperience of working with children and / or adults who have an intellectual disability and / or autism with additional needs (e.g. complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviours of concern)Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partnersAble to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectivelyFull UK valid driving and access to own vehicleWhat’s in it for you?What we offer : A rich and varied caseload across Neurodiversity, ASD, and complex needsStrong multidisciplinary support and supervisionCPD tailored to your goals and clinical interestsA real opportunity to help shape a developing, forward-thinking teamBelonging to the wider Outcomes First Group clinical networkWhether you’re ready for new challenges or looking to step up and shape your practice in a supportive team – this is the place for you.You will be working with an ambitious and driven service, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. You will have the resources and time to implement your strategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development of the service. This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people we support and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.To discuss this role in more detail, please contact :  (email address removed)Why work for us? BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including : Life Assurance£2000 CPD allowancePension 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
• You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefitFamily 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 Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including : A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroadCycle to Work SchemesElectric Car Purchase SchemeCritical illness coverAt Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.Vacancy ID (phone number removed)#1