Occupational Therapist - Paediatric

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Our Client are looking for an experienced, dynamic, and compassionate Occupational Therapist to join their dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapy team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary setting where cohesive collaboration is encouraged and celebrated.

J111707

Senior Specialist Occupational Therapist

Salary: £38,767 to £39,736 per annum

Location: Ottershaw/Surrey

Hours: Full time (35 hours per week), 42 weeks per year (term time plus up to 3 weeks of work during school closure periods) with 10 weeks paid holiday

Client Group: special school that caters for pupils aged 4-11years with severe/complex

This school is an Ofsted rated ’Outstanding’ special school that caters for pupils aged 4-11years with severe/complex Speech and Language Disorders, some of whom have a variety of co-existing conditions including Sensory Processing Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Autistic Spectrum Disorders and moderate learning difficulties

Job Role:

• You will be school-based and will work autonomously to assess for, plan, and deliver individualised intervention programmes.
• Include working with children individually or in small groups, in specialist treatment areas and across functional contexts within the school environment to enable their learning and meaningful engagement in school-based tasks.
• You will have responsibility for supporting colleagues to develop their skills through line management, and will be involved in training, CPD opportunities and outreach programmes.
• You will enjoy the chance to work within a well-resourced department and as part of strong and supportive multi-disciplinary team of Teachers, Therapists, EP, Learning Support Assistants and Residential Care Officers.
• To produce comprehensive written reports on pupils’ progress for annual review and to

contribute to the Education Health and Care plans (EHCP’s) as needed.

• To address issues of confidentiality, consent and sharing information throughout assessment and intervention according to GDPR regulations.
• To respect the individuality, values, and cultural and religious diversity of pupils.
• To liaise with members of the MDT regarding patient care and treatment plans, and work jointly with the physiotherapist or Speech and Language therapist as appropriate.
• To evaluate and monitor effectiveness of occupational therapy interventions; using relevant outcome measures to compare progress with baselines
• To be a reflective practitioner. Considering and evaluating alternative and innovative approaches to the management of pupils with complex social. Emotional, physical and/or sensory needs.
• To respond proactively to feedback on occupational therapy services provided to modify interventions as necessary for improved client care.
• To use a total communication approach to enable pupils’ communication across contexts including AAC, Sign Supported English/Makaton, symbol supported communication (Widget).
• To demonstrate good clinical reasoning of the use of equipment, technology, and

adaptations in physical and social contexts to maximise pupils’ independence.

• To assess for, advise, and order specialist equipment, being aware of financial implications and restrictions in liaison with Clinical Lead OT.
• To make referrals to other professionals and external agencies as required, to address the

child’s global needs.

• To liaise with multi-disciplinary team members and family/carers to ensure that occupational therapy treatment is integrated into children’s targets that support learning and skills for daily living.

Client Offers:

• Annual salary reviews
• Employee assistance programme providing a confidential helpline
• Supportive and paid sick leave, if needed
• 1 wellbeing day to be taken during term time each year
• A team of Mental Health First Aiders in school
• A supportive culture that aims to promote positive mental health and wellbeing of staff
• Life events celebrated
• Staff appreciation gestures throughout the year
• A friendly, passionate and enthusiastic team dedicated to getting the best outcomes for our young people
• Free optional flu jab in the Winter
• Contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Enhanced maternity and paternity leave
• Free eye test
• Interest-free annual season ticket loan and bike loan
• Plenty of onsite parking
• Discounted staff lunches
• Access to hundreds of exclusive perks, discounts and wellness resources through Perkbox
• A comprehensive induction programme so you can hit the ground running
• Continued professional development and training opportunities, and regular professional support

For more information plaee contact parul.patel@just.co.uk