Our client has a fantastic Occupational Therapist vacancy based in Cheshire.

J800002832
Occupational Therapist
Salary: £35,556 - £42,887
Location : Chester
Full time
Start Date: As soon as possible
No Sponsorship
Client Group: Independent Special School

This school is an Independent Special School for young people aged 4-19 years with autism whom may have additional learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge. This role is part of an in-house transdisciplinary team of OT's, Behaviour Analyst's and Speech and Language Therapists.

(Please note, this position is not suitable for newly qualified Occupational Therapists)

Key responsibilities:
* Providing occupational therapy support to children and young people aged 4-19 with complex autism, learning difficulties, and challenging behaviours
* Collaborating with a trans-disciplinary team to ensure each pupil's needs are understood, effectively planned for, and closely monitored
* Advising the teaching team on pupil development to achieve optimal outcomes for each child and young person
* Delivering both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils


Qualifications and Training:

* Recognised Occupational Therapy
* degree/qualification
* Health and Care Professionals Council
* (HCPC) license to practice
* Member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapy (ROCT)
* Postgraduate training in Sensory Integration


Skills & Knowledge:

* Effective communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to communicate a vision and inspire others
* Ability to build effective working relationships
* Demonstrable experience of understanding and a personal commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
* Proven ability to translate evidence informed practices into practical programmes of support for fine motor, gross motor and sensory needs

All staff receive regular training and supervision to ensure that they have the understanding, skills and knowledge to support our pupils effectively.
Abbey School is a supportive learning organisation with a strong commitment to staff development and well-being, and there are opportunities for professional development and career growth.


Benefits :
* Competitive salary
* Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
* Technology appropriate for your job
* Comprehensive staff training programme
* Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.
* Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
* Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
* The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others


Please contact parul.patel@justot.co.uk for a full JD and Full information