Occupational Therapist - Private SEND School
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Job Title: Occupational Therapist - Private SEND School
Specialism: SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)
Location: Southampton, UK (Dibden Park School and Bower Lodge School, New Forest)
Salary: £30-£35 per hour (Outside IR35 via LTD company)
Type: Full-time or Part-time, 1 School Year (from September)
Embark on an adventurous career journey as an Occupational Therapist within a Private SEND School in Southampton, UK. We are looking for talented individuals to join our dynamic team for the upcoming school year, providing much-needed support to Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) students. This opportunity is open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with positions available at Dibden Park School and Bower Lodge School in the picturesque New Forest. Earn between £30-£35 per hour on an Outside IR35 basis, a chance perfectly suited for those eager to utilise their skills while enjoying the benefits of operating through a limited company.
Perks and benefits:
- Locum flexibility: Tailor your workload around your lifestyle, giving you the freedom to balance your professional and personal commitments.
- Diverse experience: Enhance your CV by working across multiple schools and broadening your experience in different educational settings.
- Paid school holidays: Enjoy valuable time off during school holidays to relax, spend time with family, or pursue personal interests.
- Beautiful location: Work in the stunning New Forest region, surrounded by outstanding natural beauty.
- Professional development: Receive on-the-job training and development opportunities to support your career progression at no additional cost.
What you will do:
- Develop and implement bespoke occupational therapy programmes tailored for SEND students, working closely with teachers, teaching assistants, and carers.
- Conduct comprehensive assessments and deliver targeted interventions to improve student independence and participation in meaningful activities.
- Provide expert advice and training to staff and multidisciplinary teams on occupational therapy approaches relating to autism and complex behaviours.
- Supervise occupational therapy assistants and therapists in training, supporting their professional development.
- Oversee equipment procurement and manage budgets effectively while ensuring best practice.
- Conduct audits, risk assessments, and prepare comprehensive reports to continuously improve service delivery.
- Integrate Ayres Sensory Integration® techniques, where qualified, to deliver highly specialised sensory assessments and interventions.
- Ensure compliance with Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) standards, maintaining high ethical and professional practice.
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Salary range
- £30 - £35 per hour