Occupational Therapist

Description:

Full Time, Occupational Therapist, job vacancy, Thetford area of Norwich, Norfolk. Commutable via the A11.

Benefits

* £37’700 - £44’700 per annum.

* 40 Hours per week, Full Year contract or Term Time only considered.

* Free Lunches.

* Full funded training and continued development.

* Pension, Life Assurance, Health Cash Back & High Street Discounts.

* Car Lease Scheme and free parking.

Employer

This employer strives to achieve outstanding Schools Colleges & Training Facilities for Children & Young People with Special Education needs. With a team of dedicated team of Teaching, Support, Therapists & managers, together they all strive to bring out the best in every pupil and prepare them for adult life. Their Schools & colleges have fantastic facilities and cater for Primary, Secondary & further education children. The facilities range from Science Labs, horticulture, catering, mechanics and much more. The children are supported from the moment they arrive. They are constantly challenged, and they believe in setting high expectations, enabling them to reach their full potential. As an employer they fully invest in their staff team, with opportunities to gain further qualifications, continuous professional development, career progression and the opportunity to make a massive difference to the lives of those with a disability.

The Children primarily have communication, interaction, and specific learning disabilities such as dyslexia. Some of the children/young people may be on the Autistic Spectrum, have anxieties or difficulties that can create a barrier to their learning.

Duties

You would be providing an Occupational Therapy service which is efficient so that students needs are met and are continuously assessed. You will assess the functional and sensory limitations of children within their academic and wider settings. Writing of in-depth reports to include reasoning skills based on findings from assessments. To work with the child, their support network, and other agencies. To deliver individualised interventions within the child’s EHCP and through your own assessments.

Criteria

* Full Driving Licence and vehicle business insurance.

* A recognised degree in Occupational Therapy is Essential.

* At Least 2 Years post graduate experience.

* Current Registration with the HCPC.

* Knowledge of relevant protection, health & Safety, and legislation.

* Experience of the Sensory Integration Theory to Level 3.

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