Paediatric Occupational Therapist - Berkshire

About this role

PAEDIATRIC OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST – BERKSHIRE 

Location: Berkshire  Contract: Permanent Hours: Sociable working hours (no weekends or evenings after 6:30 pm)

Our client is seeking a dedicated Paediatric Occupational Therapist to provide specialist OT provision to pupils with autism. This role involves delivering high-quality assessment, intervention, and support within an educational setting, working as part of a multi-disciplinary team to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Clinical Practice and Intervention

* Maintain responsibility for OT interventions, ensuring high standards of care. * Provide direct therapy to pupils as outlined in their EHCPs. * Deliver small group OT sessions and develop individualized and class-based intervention programs. * Embed OT strategies throughout the school environment. * Collaborate with a wider team of therapists and adhere to professional ethical standards.

Assessment and Equipment

* Conduct comprehensive assessments using appropriate tools. * Assess for specialist equipment, make recommendations, and ensure safe setup. * Train parents, carers, and staff in equipment use and monitor safety.

Training and Support

* Plan and deliver staff training sessions and parent information sessions. * Support the implementation of OT strategies across the school environment.

Professional Standards

* Maintain accurate clinical records, write detailed reports, and contribute to reviews. * Manage workload efficiently and participate in CPD activities. * Stay current with research, guidelines, and legislation relevant to practice.

Multi-Disciplinary Working

* Collaborate effectively with education staff, therapists, and other professionals. * Contribute to multi-disciplinary assessments and provide specialist advice.

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BENEFITS:

* Competitive salary. * Sociable working hours (no weekends or late evenings). * Friendly and supportive team environment. * Staff pension schemes (LGPS or Teachers Pension Scheme). * Free parking and staff wellbeing services. * Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development opportunities. * Opportunities for career progression (Masters, NPQs, UKsBA & QTS). * Tastecard employee discount scheme. * Sick pay and supervision support. * Flexible work-from-home options for some roles.