Occupational Therapist
| Job title: | Occupational Therapist |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | Birmingham |
| Industry: | Primary SEND |
| Salary: | £160 - £180 per day |
| Reference: | 0000296159_1741167840 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Tilly@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Job Advert: Occupational Therapist for ASD School (Full-Time, Long-Term Contract)Location: Bourneville, Birmingham
Start Date: April 2025
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Contract
Salary: £160 - £180
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Join a well-established ASD school in Bourneville, Birmingham, starting in April 2025. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a positive impact in a supportive, specialist environment.
Aspire People are seeking a qualified and dedicated Occupational Therapist to join our team to work in a ASD school in Bourneville. You will play a key role in providing tailored therapy services, promoting students' independence, and supporting their development across a range of motor, sensory, and functional skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct thorough assessments of students with ASD, identifying sensory, motor, and functional needs.
* Develop and deliver individualized therapy plans to support students' physical and emotional well-being.
* Provide both one-on-one and group therapy sessions tailored to each child's specific needs.
* Collaborate with teaching staff, parents, and other professionals to implement therapeutic strategies within the school setting.
* Offer guidance and support to staff on adapting environments and activities to promote inclusion and engagement.
* Contribute to multi-disciplinary meetings, reviews, and care plans for students.
Requirements:
* A qualified Occupational Therapist with a relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
* HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council) registration.
* Experience working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), preferably in an educational setting.
* Strong knowledge and experience in sensory integration, motor skills development, and functional assessments.
* An empathetic, patient, and flexible approach to working with children with additional needs.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* All candidates must have an enhanced DBS on the update service.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary, based on experience.
* Supportive, friendly working environment with a dedicated team.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Rewarding and meaningful work with children who benefit from tailored therapy services.
* Potential for long-term employment beyond the contract.
If you're passionate about supporting children with ASD and have the relevant experience as an Occupational Therapist, we would love to hear from you.
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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