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Child and Adolescent Mental Health Lead Therapist
Posted 11 days ago
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- Provide high-quality, evidence-based therapeutic interventions to children and adolescents with a range of mental health issues, utilising various modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, family therapy).
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of mental health needs, developing and implementing tailored treatment plans.
- Lead and supervise a team of therapists and support staff, ensuring adherence to clinical best practices and professional standards.
- Offer clinical supervision and consultation to other team members.
- Contribute to the development and evaluation of therapeutic programmes and service delivery models.
- Liaise effectively with parents, carers, schools, and other agencies involved in the child's care network.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records in line with organisational policies and professional guidelines.
- Participate in case conferences, multidisciplinary team meetings, and relevant training sessions.
- Champion a trauma-informed and safeguarding-aware approach in all aspects of work.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of training for internal staff and external stakeholders.
- Professionally qualified therapist with accreditation from a recognised body (e.g., BACP, UKCP, BAATN, BABCP).
- Post-graduate qualification in Child and Adolescent Mental Health or a related specialist area.
- Significant experience (minimum 5 years) of working therapeutically with children and adolescents with complex mental health needs.
- Demonstrable experience in a leadership or senior clinical role.
- Expertise in a range of therapeutic approaches relevant to child and adolescent mental health.
- Thorough understanding of safeguarding legislation and child protection procedures.
- Excellent assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership capabilities.
- Effective communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.
- Commitment to continuous professional development and evidence-based practice.
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Lead Therapist
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive assessments of children and adolescents presenting with a range of mental health issues.
- Develop, implement, and review individualized, evidence-based treatment plans.
- Provide direct therapeutic interventions using a variety of modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, family therapy).
- Offer psychoeducation and support to children, adolescents, and their families/carers.
- Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary teams, including social workers, educators, and medical professionals.
- Maintain accurate and timely client records in accordance with professional and organizational standards.
- Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior therapists and support staff.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of group therapy programs.
- Participate in regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
- Advocate for the needs of children and adolescents within the community and statutory services.
- A Master's degree in Psychology, Counselling, Social Work, or a related field.
- Professional registration with a relevant body (e.g., BACP, NMC, SWE).
- A minimum of 5 years of post-qualification experience working with children and adolescents with mental health difficulties.
- Extensive experience in conducting mental health assessments and delivering evidence-based therapies.
- Demonstrated experience in therapeutic case management and care planning.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and child protection policies.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and empathetic skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
- Experience in providing clinical supervision is highly desirable.
- Flexibility to adapt to a hybrid working model, involving both remote and in-person sessions.
Occupational Therapist
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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?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?
Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Syon Grange School – Isleworth, London TW7 5AJ (with flexibility to work across our Hillingdon Manor sites as required)
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE plus £000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of ,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of ,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply
*Please note- basic grade OT offers from £33,0 +, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+*
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. 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 at you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.
Our Vision
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations
Our Promise
- WE LISTEN. We never assume.
- WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
- WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.
Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.
The role:
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Syon Grange 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 site lead, 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.
Location: Syon Grange – Isleworth, London, TW7 5AJ – Syon Grange School f orms part of our Options Autism and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 16 – 25.
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
- Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
- Registered member of RCOT
- Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
- 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
- Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
- Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
- Clear and concise report writing skills
- Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
- Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)
Why work for us?
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
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- £2,000 training allowance
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to crease your contributions
- Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
- You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
- 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
- Critical illness cover
- £5000 Welcome Bonus &C’s apply)
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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Occupational Therapist
Posted today
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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?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Papworth Hall School – Cambridgeshire CB23 3RD
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE
*Please note- basic grade OT offers from £3,000+, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+*
Hours: 22.5hours per week, 3 days per week (days to be confirmed)
Contract: Permanent (Term time only)
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. 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, s that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.
Our Vision
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations
Our Promise
- WE LISTEN. We never assume.
- WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
- WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.
Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.
The role:
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Papworth Hall 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 site lead, 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.
Location: Papworth Hall School – Cambridgeshire CB23 3RD – Papworth Hall School forms part of our Options Autism brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 16
- Papworth Hall School
- Education - Options Autism
- For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
- Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
- Registered member of RCOT
- Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
- 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
- Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
- Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
- Clear and concise report writing skills
- Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
- Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)
Why work for us?
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
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- £2,000 training allowance
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with opti s 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
- Critical illness cover
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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Occupational Therapist
Posted today
Job Viewed
Job Description
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?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?
Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Claystone School – Bedfordshire LU1 4LL
Salary: Up to £53,200 pro-rata (DOE
*Please note- basic grade OT offers from £3,000+, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+*
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered)
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. 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 allow ce, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.
Our Vision
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations
Our Promise
- WE LISTEN. We never assume.
- WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
- WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.
Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.
The role:
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Claystone 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 site lead, 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.
Location: Claystone School – Bedfordshire LU1 4LL – Claystone School forms part of our Options Autism and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 4-11
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
- Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
- Registered member of RCOT
- Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
- 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
- Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
- Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
- Clear and concise report writing skills
- Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)
Why work for us?
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
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- £2,000 training allowance
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to i rease your contributions
- Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
- You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
- 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
- Critical illness cover
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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early should we receive a high volume of suitable applicants, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Occupational Therapist
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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 environment?
London Children’s Practice is an exciting and creative practice looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist who wants to grow their clinical skills in a strong team environment. We place a high importance on work-life balance, so we offer a Summer Contract that maximises annual leave! We’re also trialling provision for 10% rest every day!
Job Title: School Based Occupational Therapist
Location: Regional Role, South-West London
Salary: Up to £50,960 FTE, dependent on experience – All experience levels considered – multiple positions available due to growth
Hours: 37.5 Hour Week - Flexible working across 6 days (Monday-Saturday)
Contract: Permanent - Summer contract – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday)
About London Children’s Practice
The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.
With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time for new employees to join and develop professionally.
For more information about the London Children’s Practice, please visit our website:
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated School Based Occupational Therapist to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team and work with students in school settings.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in unlocking students' potential by assessing their needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and providing specialised interventions. This is achieved by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and teaching teams across various school settings to ensure that interventions are effectively integrated into the student’s daily life. A key function is equipping teaching staff with the skills to confidently support students in achieving their occupational therapy goals.
In your role as Occupational Therapist, you will conduct comprehensive assessments of students' sensory, motor, and self-care skills for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as developing and implementing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the student's learning environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training to teaching staff, and maintaining accurate documentation. The therapist will actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care for students with complex needs.
Location: Primarily school-based with work within a clinic setting and opportunities to work remotely.
Essential Criteria:
- HCPC and RCOT registration
- Recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy
Desirable:
- Paediatric occupational therapy experience
- Experience working within a specialist paediatric setting
- Experience working within school settings
- Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans
- Specialist CPD and/or training
- Trauma-Informed care experience
- Experience working with paediatric social, emotional, and mental health needs
London Children’s Practice - Why Choose Us?
At the London Children’s Practice, we provide exceptional care by investing in our team. Here’s what we offer:
- Ongoing Professional Development : Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work-life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives.
- Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey.
- Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in-house training, workshops, and supervision to refine your skills.
- Paediatric OT Onboarding Program: Our experienced team offers a dedicated program to help newly qualified or paediatric-new OTs build core skills.
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- 5 weeks off in the school summer break
- 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
- 1 CPD day to use towards training
- Annual CPD opportunities + Monthly internal CPD provided
- 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
- 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description and Job Pack.
At LCP, we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
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Occupational Therapist
Posted today
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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 environment?
London Children’s Practice is an exciting and creative practice looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist who wants to grow their clinical skills in a strong team environment. We place a high importance on work-life balance, so we offer a Summer Contract that maximises annual leave! We’re also trialling provision for 10% rest every day!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Regional Role, Surrey
Salary: Up to £50,960 FTE, dependent on experience – All experience levels considered – multiple positions available due to growth
Hours: 37.5 Hour Week - Flexible working across 6 days (Monday-Saturday)
Contract: Permanent - Summer contract – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday)
About London Children’s Practice
The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.
With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time for new employees to join and develop professionally.
For more information about the London Children’s Practice, please visit our website:
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team and work with students in school settings.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in unlocking students' potential by assessing their needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and providing specialised interventions. This is achieved by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and teaching teams across various school settings to ensure that interventions are effectively integrated into the student’s daily life. A key function is equipping teaching staff with the skills to confidently support students in achieving their occupational therapy goals.
In your role as Occupational Therapist, you will conduct comprehensive assessments of students' sensory, motor, and self-care skills for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as developing and implementing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the student's learning environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training to teaching staff, and maintaining accurate documentation. The therapist will actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care for students with complex needs.
Location: Primarily school-based with work within a clinic setting and opportunities to work remotely.
Essential Criteria:
- HCPC and RCOT registration
- Recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy
Desirable:
- Paediatric occupational therapy experience
- Experience working within a specialist paediatric setting
- Experience working within school settings
- Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans
- Specialist CPD and/or training
- Trauma-Informed care experience
- Experience working with paediatric social, emotional, and mental health needs
London Children’s Practice - Why Choose Us?
At the London Children’s Practice, we provide exceptional care by investing in our team. Here’s what we offer:
- Ongoing Professional Development : Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work-life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives.
- Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey.
- Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in-house training, workshops, and supervision to refine your skills.
- Paediatric OT Onboarding Program: Our experienced team offers a dedicated program to help newly qualified or paediatric-new OTs build core skills.
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- 5 weeks off in the school summer break
- 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
- 1 CPD day to use towards training
- Annual CPD opportunities + Monthly internal CPD provided
- 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
- 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description and Job Pack.
At LCP, we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
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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 environment?
London Children’s Practice is an exciting and creative practice looking for an ambitious Occupational Therapist who wants to grow their clinical skills in a strong team environment. We place a high importance on work-life balance, so we offer a Summer Contract that maximises annual leave! We’re also trialling provision for 10% rest every day!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Regional Role - locations to be discussed - seeking clinicians nationwide
Salary: Up to £50,960 FTE, dependent on experience – All experience levels considered – multiple positions available due to growth
Hours: 37.5 Hour Week - Flexible working across 6 days (Monday-Saturday)
Contract: Permanent - Summer contract – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday)
About London Children’s Practice
The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes.
As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path.
With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time for new employees to join and develop professionally.
For more information about the London Children’s Practice, please visit our website:
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team and work with students in school settings.
As an Occupational Therapist, you will play a vital role in unlocking students' potential by assessing their needs for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and providing specialised interventions. This is achieved by working collaboratively with multidisciplinary and teaching teams across various school settings to ensure that interventions are effectively integrated into the student’s daily life. A key function is equipping teaching staff with the skills to confidently support students in achieving their occupational therapy goals.
In your role as Occupational Therapist, you will conduct comprehensive assessments of students' sensory, motor, and self-care skills for Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), as well as developing and implementing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the student's learning environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training to teaching staff, and maintaining accurate documentation. The therapist will actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care for students with complex needs.
Location: Primarily school-based with work within a clinic setting and opportunities to work remotely.
Essential Criteria:
- HCPC and RCOT registration
- Recognised Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in occupational therapy
Desirable:
- Paediatric occupational therapy experience
- Experience working within a specialist paediatric setting
- Experience working within school settings
- Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans
- Specialist CPD and/or training
- Trauma-Informed care experience
- Experience working with paediatric social, emotional, and mental health needs
London Children’s Practice - Why Choose Us?
At the London Children’s Practice, we provide exceptional care by investing in our team. Here’s what we offer:
- Ongoing Professional Development : Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work-life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives.
- Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey.
- Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in-house training, workshops, and supervision to refine your skills.
- Paediatric OT Onboarding Program: Our experienced team offers a dedicated program to help newly qualified or paediatric-new OTs build core skills.
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- 5 weeks off in the school summer break
- 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance
- 1 CPD day to use towards training
- Annual CPD opportunities + Monthly internal CPD provided
- 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
- 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover
For more information about this role please refer to the Job Description and Job Pack.
At LCP, we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
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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?
Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist OT assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting?
Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced occupational therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants?
How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running?
Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield WF1 4AD
Salary: Up to £53,200 FTE DOE
*Please note- basic grade OT offers from £3,000+, Specialist from 9,500+ & Highly specialist from 8,000+*
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday - Friday 08.30am - 16.30pm (Part time hours may be considered)
Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances)
Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. 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 at you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.
Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools.
Our Vision
Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world.
Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations
Our Promise
- WE LISTEN. We never assume.
- WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.
- WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another.
Our Promise describes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what’s truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual.
The role:
We are looking for an Occupational Therapist to join our in-house clinical team at Meadowcroft 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 site lead, 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.
Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield WF1 4AD – Meadowcroft School forms part of Acorn Education brand and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5- 19
For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached.
Essential Criteria:
- Recognised Occupational Therapy degree
- Valid and up to date HCPC Registration
- Registered member of RCOT
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
- Relevant experience in providing occupational therapy services within a similar setting is preferrable
- 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
- Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated speciality preferred
- Ability to work independently, flexible and confident
- Clear and concise report writing skills
- Hold a full UK driving licence, with access to a car
- Interest in sensory integration or sensory-informed practice (SI practitioner training in progress or completed is preferrable, however not essential)
Why work for us?
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
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:
- £2,000 training allowance
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Life ssurance
- 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
- You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
- 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
- Critical illness cover
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
We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.
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Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.
Get out what you put inThis role is based at Cedar House School.
Enabling young people to progress and succeed is part of the DNA of Cedar House School and this is achieved by a commitment to truly celebrating the individuality and talents of every young person. The primary provision ensures that a nurturing environment and extensive therapeutic support allows a seamless transition to a secondary school that boasts a broad curriculum and far-ranging vocational offer. In addition, the state of the art residential offering enables those young people who reside at the school to benefit from the 24-hour curriculum, while living in a truly homely and personalised environment.
The result is that each young person develops the skills and confidence to achieve both academic and life successes, where they are given the launchpad to release their potential and leave ready to live life to the full. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted.
Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs.
As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people.
Our Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children’s homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children.
What we do for youWe know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:
Training : A full induction and on the job training
Holiday : You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays
Clinical Development : If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development
Flexible benefits : meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here
Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts
Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here
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Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we’re looking for will:
Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC
Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs
Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences
Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer.
Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative
Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people
This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way.
Interested in joining us?At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong.
As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way.
By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self.
The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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