Occupational Therapist in Oakley

Location: Cranborne, Dorset

Contract Type: Full-time / Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

Salary: £33,612.80 - £40,289.60 – depending on experience and qualifications

At Aurora Boveridge College, we prepare our students for adult life, through person-centred academic and vocational study programmes leading to independent living with employment or further study. By working together, we increase resilience, confidence, self-esteem, emotional intelligence, and well-being: the cornerstones on which strong and successful long-term futures are built.

We’re looking for a dedicated and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our growing therapy team and play a key role in helping our students develop essential life skills, independence and confidence.

The Role

As an Occupational Therapist at Boveridge College, you’ll support students with a wide range of functional, sensory and emotional needs. You’ll work closely with our multidisciplinary team, including therapy, education and residential colleagues to deliver high-quality, student-centred interventions that make a meaningful difference.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Delivering high-quality Occupational Therapy support that meets students’ individual needs and aligns with their EHCPs. This includes a mix of direct 1:1 or small-group intervention, designing personalised programmes, and equipping others to deliver these confidently across the college.
• Sharing your expertise across the college, offering training, advice and day-to-day support to our multidisciplinary teams so Occupational Therapy is embedded throughout our educational and residential provision.
• Actively contributing to multidisciplinary meetings and student reviews, working collaboratively with colleagues and external agencies to support the best outcomes for every young person and promote our strong culture of joint working.

Skills and Qualifications

About You

We’re looking for someone who is passionate about helping young people with complex needs thrive, and who brings energy, creativity and a truly student-centred approach to their work. You will have:

• A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy and current HCPC registration
• A strong interest in supporting children and young adults with complex needs, including ASD, ADHD and SEMH
• A genuine enthusiasm for working with students experiencing sensory modulation and motor coordination difficulties
• A commitment to ongoing professional development, reflective practice and keeping your skills up to date
• A real drive to make a difference, with a positive, solution-focused attitude
• A creative and adaptable approach, able to adjust interventions to meet varied and changing needs
• The ability to design and deliver tailored therapy programmes that support functional and developmental progress
• Strong interpersonal skills, enabling you to build positive working relationships across a wide range of teams and professionals

Benefits and Additional Information

What’s on Offer at Aurora?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:

• Grow with Us – Training & Development: We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
• Save Money on Everyday Essentials: Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more. Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme.
• Competitive Pay & Reward: Enhanced Annual Leave, Company Sick Pay, Enhanced Pension, Life Assurance.
• 24/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household: Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night.
• UK Health Cash Plan: Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills.
• Employee Assistance Programme: Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including freephone counselling (available 24/7) and online tools and resources.