Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your occupational therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider occupational therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a Great Place to Work for the 6th year running? Job Title: Occupational Therapist Chestnut Hill School Flintshire, Wales CH8 9DX Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent (52 weeks or flexibility around term-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child has the ability to thrive when given access to a learning environment designed for their success. We champion smaller class sizes, personalised learning plans and a curriculum that prepares students for success both in and beyond the classroom, evidenced in a 97% success rate in guiding our leavers into education, employment or training. As the largest and most accomplished organisation in our sector, we have the capability to invest in forward-thinking initiatives and resources based on the needs of the individual pupil, rather than the collective. This investment creates consistent and measurable results for our pupils and teams. Outcomes First Group operates a number of specialist education and care brands across the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each delivering tailored provision to meet the diverse needs of children and young people. We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Chestnut Hill School. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver bespoke Occupational Therapy assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Occupational Therapy Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding an occupational therapy caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and Lead Clinician also contributing to staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for an Occupational Therapist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support Chestnut Hill School Flintshire, Wales CH8 9DX Chestnut Hill School forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 8 - 19 BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferable Previously engaged with people who are neurodivergent and/or experience learning difficulty and/or socio-emotional and mental health difficulties in any setting, being able to evidence transferrable skills Sound knowledge and clinical understanding of OT theory and its practical application to support independence Ability to work independently, flexible and confident Clear and concise report writing skills Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: 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 Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100 s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme 2000 CPD Training Allowance At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. occupationaltherapy #CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists
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