Occupational Therapist

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four

• Our colleagues wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so were always looking for new ways to improve everyones work / life balance. Were 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, well be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group

so theres never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!Job Title : Occupational TherapistLocation : Longdon Park School, Derbyshire DE65 6GUSalary : up to £53,200 (FTE, DOE)Hours : Part-Time, up to 4 days per week, days to be agreedContract : Permanent, Term Time only (there may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract (52 weeks) if this is your preference, please get in touch to discuss)Essential : Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle requiredWe understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance in the first year to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.About the roleLongdon Park School are looking for an enthusiastic Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. In the role you would be expected to implement a holistic, therapeutic and dynamic approach to helping our pupils in their daily lives - ensuring they are safe, comfortable and their occupational and sensory needs supported throughout their day. Undertaking all aspects of Occupational Therapy clinical duties, you would be expected to carry out standardised and non-standardised assessments, bespoke interventions, and prepare relevant documentation - including writing reports and sensory profiles. In addition, you will provide information and training to staff, commissioners andother agencies as required.You would be working within our well-established and supportive multi-disciplinary therapy team to help create an environment where our pupils can flourish, learn and develop. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy and therapy assistants. Someone with a rounded and integrated approach to care, education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.Location : Longdon Park School, Derbyshire DE65 6GULongdon Park SchoolAbout 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 andOptions Autism.For more information on the group please visit : https : / / www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk / Essential Criteria : Relevant Occupational Therapy qualificationRegistered with the HCPC and RCSLT or RCOTAwareness 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 Driving Licence and access to own vehicle requiredWhats in it for you?You will be working with an ambitious and driven service thats really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. 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.For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact : BenefitsYour health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including : Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributionsYour Wellbeing Matters

access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks

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