This is a Specialist Occupational Therapist post at Cambian New Elizabethan School, a day school for pupils with autism, communication difficulties and complex needs. The role centres on autonomous assessments, reports and needs‑led interventions for young people, along with working with school staff to build sensory strategies into the environment. It is term‑time only and sits within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, care and education staff, with scope to shape the wider occupational therapy service. HCPC and RCOT registration and experience with the autism client group are essential.
What the job involves
- Carry out quality assessments of young people
- Write reports on young people's occupational therapy needs
- Provide needs‑led interventions for young people
- Work with school staff to embed sensory strategies across the school environment
- Work autonomously within a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, care and education staff
- Contribute to the development of the occupational therapy provision and service improvement
What’s required
Qualifications
- Degree or postgraduate diploma in Occupational Therapy
Registration & licences
- Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Registration with RCOT
Experience
- Experience working with the autism spectrum disorder (ASD) client group
- Experience working with children and young people with learning disabilities
- Experience providing supervision, staff consultation and training
Skills & knowledge
- Hands‑on approach to practice
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
- Excellent organisational and time management skills
Checks & eligibility
- Enhanced DBS check
- Reference checks
Nice to have
- CAMHS experience
- Formal qualifications in Sensory Integration
What’s offered
- Clinical supervision
- Full support from a multidisciplinary team
- Developmental opportunities
- Internal and external training on new initiatives
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Specialist Occupational Therapist employer: The Cambian Group
The Cambian Group is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for Specialist Occupational Therapists in Hartlebury. With a strong focus on professional development, employees benefit from internal and external training opportunities, working alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people with complex needs. The company values its staff, fostering a culture of care and innovation, making it an ideal place for those seeking a rewarding career in occupational therapy.
