About our school:
Keys Group is a leading provider of therapeutic care and education for children and young people. We are currently looking for a passionate, creative, and pro-active Occupational Therapist to work within Somerset Progressive School. This is a flexible position working closely with our school community.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a continually developing organisation as part of a friendly, professional, and supportive multi-disciplinary team. Please note this role will involve working at two different sites, therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle will be essential.
Overview of the role of Occupational Therapist;
- Providing direct assessment
- Intervention and consultation
- Playing a key role in the provision of high-quality services for pupils with complex special educational needs and disabilities
- Working with the support of other professionals within our Clinical Team in this varied and rewarding role
- We would love to hear from people who:
- HCPC registered therapists are preferred
- Interest in attachment and developmental trauma
- Post qualification experience of SEN education and familiarity with a variety of OT assessments tools and interventions appropriate to the needs of children and young people with complex needs
- Experience in sensory integration and sensory-based interventions
- Passionate champions of students with SEND
- Have a full-UK Driving License and access to a vehicle
EPIC benefits of working for Keys Group:
- Continuing Professional Development investment provided, enhancing career
- NEST enhanced pension scheme
- Refer a friend scheme
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
- Access to a blue light discount card
- Fully funded training and qualifications for all colleagues
- Enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications
- Employee benefits scheme such as wellbeing app and a range of discounts
- Life assurance
Please note this role will involve working at two different sites, therefore a driving licence and access to a vehicle will be essential.
If you are a HCPC registered therapist with an interest in working with this client group, we would love to hear from you. Please contact Jacquie Fairhurst on 07885 387987 for initial an initial discussion or email: Jacqueline.fairhurst@keys-group.co.uk