Community Occupational Therapist for Children and Young People

4 weeks ago


Newton Abbot Devon, United Kingdom The Greater Horseshoe School Full time

Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group
Location:The Greater Horseshoe School, Devon, South West
Contract:Permanent, 52 weeks
Essential:Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required
Are you experienced, or have a keen interest, in working with the challenges associated with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), complex and developmental trauma and complex needs? Do you want to help create a nationally important resource with the substantial backing of one of the leading providers of education and care for young people with SEN? 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. 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 includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapy and other appropriate professionals and services. Location: The Greater Horseshoe School, Devon, South West

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education and care. 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.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education andOptions Autism.
Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
Training in sensory integration preferable
Experience of working with adults and/or childrenwho are autistic or who have an intellectual disability and/or additional needs (e.g. complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviours of concern)
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults.
Experience of lecturing/teaching/training
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.
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. 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. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
~ Holidays starting at 30days per annum plus bank holidays
~ Life Assurance
~ 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 but be paid for 5* - eligible to join upon completion of 3 months probation - *subject to T&C's



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