Occupational Therapy Assistant

Position required: Occupational Therapy Assistant

Location: Acacia Hall, Friesthorpe, Lincolnshire

Salary: £25,105.40

Hours: 38 hours (full time), part time can be considered.

Annual Leave: 40 days per annum for a full-time position (pro rata for part time position)

At Kisimul Group we aim to offer the best possible care, education and vocational opportunities for individuals, often with a diagnosis of autism, who have a learning disability and complex needs and might present with behaviours of distress. Kisimul is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Are you a dedicated person wanting to join the organisation as an Occupational Therapy Assistant and be a part of a multi-disciplinary team? Then this is the role for you

We recognise that each and every member of the team has an important role to play in the care of the individuals we support. Within our Meaningful Life Model, it is with your dedication, passion and hard work that we can deliver excellent person-centered care and meaningful outcomes that will truly benefit the individuals we support.

About the role

This role will be fulfilling with the opportunity to have a real impact on improving the lives of the individuals who use our services.

The purpose of the role is to support individuals to develop their ability to perform and participate in activities of daily living as part of Kisimul's Meaningful Life Model.

As an Occupational Therapy Assistant, you would follow therapy plans and carry out interventions with the individuals within the service in a variety of environments under the guidance and supervision of the Occupational Therapist. You would also support with the delivery of training and provide role modelling and coaching to support staff to carry out therapeutic approaches.

You would provide a service to the individuals at Acacia Hall, both the school and residential settings. You will have the opportunity to build long term relationships with individuals and every day you will be able to see the impact that your support has on their learning and quality of life.

About you

You have some knowledge and experience of supporting people with but not limited to: special needs, learning disability, autism, associated mental health difficulties.

You will have an appetite for learning, adaptable skills and good physical stamina.

A relevant qualification e.g. a related NVQ, degree or BTEC qualification is desirable, but not essential.

Benefits

The school and residential setting is in a rural location with extensive grounds to explore. It benefits from curriculum areas including functional skills, animal husbandry and vocational learning. Our site is located near the city of Lincoln and the town of Market Rasen which offer a variety of activities and amenities.

We offer:

• Excellent clinical supervision, continued professional development, training opportunities and developmental opportunities for clinical and non-clinical duties

• Company pension and life assurance

• Annual leave pro rata

• Free Parking

Kisimul is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality for all.

All applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check.

Kisimul Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Hayley Clay-Jones, Lead Occupational Therapist on ext. 213

Kisimul Group provides exceptional services for people with autism, learning disabilities and complex needs, including behaviours of concern through its registered schools, college and care homes. We provide both education and care for children up to the age of 19, along with registered residential care and supported living services for adults aged 18 to 65.

Kisimul is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults, children and young people, and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Kisimul is committed to valuing diversity and promoting equality for all.

All applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS Check. Kisimul Group Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.