Occupational Therapist
| Job title: | Occupational Therapist |
| Contract type: | Temporary |
| Location: | West Midlands |
| Industry: | SEN |
| Salary: | Negotiable |
| Reference: | 0000297709_1741942119 |
| Contact name: | Aspire People Limited |
| Contact email: | Selena@aspirepeople.co.uk |
Job description
Job Advert: Occupational Therapist for ASD SchoolLocation: Wednesbury
Start Date: April 2025
Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for supporting children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? We have a fantastic opportunity for you to make a positive impact in a well-established ASD school in Wednesbury, starting in April 2025. Join our dedicated team and help create a supportive, specialist environment for children with ASD.
About the Role:
Aspire People is seeking a qualified and committed Occupational Therapist to join our team in supporting students at an ASD school in Wednesbury. You will be responsible for delivering tailored therapy services to help promote students' independence and development, focusing on motor, sensory, and functional skills.
Key Responsibilities:
* Conduct thorough assessments of students with ASD, identifying sensory, motor, and functional needs.
* Develop and implement individualised therapy plans to support students' physical and emotional well-being.
* Provide one-on-one and group therapy sessions tailored to the specific needs of each child.
* 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 within an educational setting.
* Strong knowledge and experience in sensory integration, motor skills development, and functional assessments.
* An empathetic, patient, and flexible approach when working with children with additional needs.
* Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
* An enhanced DBS on the update service is required for all candidates.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* Supportive and friendly working environment with a dedicated team.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Rewarding and meaningful work, supporting children with 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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