Description
Cognus Limited is seeking a Band 6 Specialist Occupational Therapist to join their team at Sherwood Foundation School. The successful candidate will work as part of a transdisciplinary team, providing occupational therapy interventions to children aged 4-19 years with complex needs.
The role involves advising and supporting school staff and other therapists on the education and therapeutic interventions of children and young people with OT needs. This includes completing baseline and transition assessments, providing reports to referrers and other agencies, planning and delivering tailored interventions, and monitoring progress.
The ideal candidate will have experience as a paediatric Occupational Therapist, relevant qualifications including registration with HCPC, and excellent organisational and communication skills. They should be able to work effectively in a team, lead others by setting a positive example, and adhere to RCOT and HCPC policies and procedures.
In return, Cognus Limited offers a competitive salary of £44,660.21 to £53,046.29 per year, plus HCAS, a friendly and supportive working environment, regular supervision and CPD opportunities, and flexible working arrangements.
Responsibilities:
- Complete baseline and transition assessments to identify strengths, needs, outcomes, and provision for students with complex communication profiles
- Provide reports to referrers and other agencies involved in the child's care
- Plan, create, and deliver tailored interventions and therapy programmes
- Monitor and record progress and effectiveness of intervention
- Advise and support school staff on the education of children and young people with OT needs
- Participate in clinical audit, service development activities, and research programmes
Requirements:
- Experience as a paediatric Occupational Therapist
- Relevant qualifications including registration with HCPC
- Excellent organisational and communication skills
- Adherence to RCOT and HCPC policies and procedures
- Commitment to safeguarding and protection of children