Job Description

We are on the look out for a Occupational Therapist to work with a special needs school in the Barki9ng and Dagenham area!

As a Occupational Therapist you will be responsible for the below:

• Assess pupils' needs to identify areas where therapeutic intervention could support them effectively.
• Develop and implement specialized therapy programs for pupils, evaluating outcomes and adapting interventions as necessary.
• Provide advice, support, and training to staff members on managing communication, physical, sensory, and emotional difficulties.
• Support pupils in accessing the full curriculum by providing in-class support as required.
• Prepare reports, data analyses, and suitable materials to support therapy sessions.

Ideally We will be looking with someone with the below:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Occupational Therapy.
• Current registration and licensure as an Occupational Therapist (ACOT/BAOT).
• Proven experience working in schools with complex and challenging young people.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary therapeutic team.
• Solution-focused mindset, bringing positivity, creativity, enthusiasm, and innovation to the staff team.
• A clear understanding of pupils' needs and the ability to tailor interventions accordingly.
• Specific experience in ASD and Sensory integration
• Familiarity with the MOHOST Assessment tool
• HCPC Registration

Benefits:

• Amazing Pay rates on offer
• Career flexiblity with part time hours being considered

If you are looking for work as a Occupational Therapist please feel free to reach out to us! And We look forward to hearing from you!