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Band 5 Occupational Therapist
Full time. Permanent. Term time only.
Following recent expansion of our student numbers, an exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Occupational Therapy team at Shaftesbury Victoria School in Poole, Dorset. The successful applicant will be motivated, enthusiastic and ready to join our skilled multidisciplinary therapy team.
Our vibrant school supports students aged 3-19 with primarily physical and medical needs and associated learning difficulties. We also cater for a number of students with Autistic Spectrum Condition. We are a fully inclusive and integrated school that inspires and creates a calm and nurturing environment.
Working at Shaftesbury Victoria School offers exciting career development and training opportunities. You will receive a comprehensive induction programme, access training, regular supervision and support from an experienced team as well as opportunities for professional development.
The post holder will be responsible for delivering occupational therapy assessments and interventions to children with a variety of developmental disorders, as well as managing a diverse caseload. Working closely with families and other professionals, you will provide an excellent quality of care and act as a source of information, support and advice.
Ideally, you will have some experience working with children either in a special school or paediatric occupational therapy setting. Additional qualifications or experience within sensory integration would be an advantage, but not essential. We welcome applications from newly qualified Occupational Therapists with the right skill set.
If you are passionate about working with young people, able to use an integrated therapy and education approach; working with children, families, therapy and teaching staff to improve outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.
We look forward to welcoming applicants that value knowledge, skills and ideas. In return, you will join a supportive, friendly and experienced team and an organisation with strong core values and a commitment to professional development, including in-service training and opportunities to gain further qualifications.
Essential Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Occupational Therapy
- HCPC registered
- Some experience working with children and young adults
- Understanding of manual handling and safe moving practices
- Working in a multidisciplinary or multi-agency team
Hours: 37.5 hours, term time only
Interview Date: Thursday, 24 July
