Occupational Therapist

Due to exciting growth within the Auriga Academy trust an exciting new opportunity has arisen to work as specialist OT alongside our multidisciplinary team of experienced Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language therapists and specialist teachers. The Auriga Academy Trust is comprised of 3 high achieving specialist schools catering to children with Special Educational Needs in the London Borough of Richmond. This role would be at:

● Clarendon School- an outstanding special academy catering for children aged 4-16 with moderate learning difficulties and additional complex needs including Autism.

We Are Looking For Enthusiastic, Committed And Highly Flexible Candidate Who Has The Ability To Work Collaboratively And Actively Contribute To Shaping The Growing Therapy Service To Join Us 

Full time vacancy: 37.5 hours over 42 weeks, NHS Band 6, £39,217 pa actual

The OT will undertake a variety of tasks, including:

● Supporting pupils to develop life and learning skills

● Developing, advising on and maintaining therapeutic materials including adaptive equipment

● Delivering whole class, small group and individual sessions as appropriate

● Helping to develop the OT curriculum in collaboration with senior therapists

● Designing resources to support the environment in school and at home

● Directing and guiding therapy assistants

● Working within the classroom to upskill all staff in therapeutic approaches to meet the individual needs of the pupils.

● Undertaking specialist assessment and the writing of Annual Reviews or EHC plans as needed

You will be joining a friendly, supportive and knowledgeable team, will be able to access a wealth of training and development opportunities, including robust clinical supervision and peer support.

Further benefits include:

• Access to very competitive pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Program - available 24/7 to support you
• Cycle to Work scheme - a brand new bike and equipment through your salary, saving up to 42%.
• Auriga Rewards benefits platform with 1000s of discounts and offers for big name brands in retails, travel, fitness, utilities and wellbeing
• We have committed to following nationally agreed terms and conditions for pay for both teachers and support staff
• Recruitment Referral Scheme
• Wide opportunities for career progression and professional development across the Trust with the ability to move across different settings and divisions.

If you would like to arrange a visit or an informal discussion about the post please contact the Director of Therapies - Kerri Morgan.

The Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint earlier than advert closing date, early applications encouraged.

Safeguarding Statement

The Auriga Trust and its schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to valid right to work status, satisfactory pre-employment checks such as references, pre-employment health questionnaire and enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

There is a shared commitment across the Trust to nurture a culture of respect, where discrimination is not tolerated, and individuals are treated equitably and fairly and feel a sense of belonging.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds regardless of ethnicity, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion.

We reserve the right to withdraw this vacancy and interview shortlisted candidates at any time ahead of the closing date. We recommend you submit your application as early as possible.