Occupational Therapist Clinician

Summary:

Lead Clinician - Occupational Therapist job opportunity at a specialist education school.

About the School:

The school provides tailored support for students aged 8-16 with complex needs, including SEMH, communication and interaction challenges, and associated behaviours. It is committed to fostering independence and personal growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The Opportunity:

As a Lead Clinician - Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role in managing the in-house clinical team and delivering specialist assessments and interventions. This is a unique opportunity to lead and develop clinical services while making a meaningful impact on student outcomes in a dynamic and growing education setting.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead the in-house clinical team, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
• Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for students with complex needs, including autism and SEMH.
• Coordinate the line management of the onsite clinical team and support their professional development.
• Work collaboratively with the Senior Leadership Team and Regional Clinical Lead to shape and develop the clinical service.
• Ensure all interventions align with EHCP plans and OFG’s ‘all’, ‘group’, and ‘individual’ clinical working methods.
• Support students in developing independence through specialist therapeutic approaches.
• Maintain strong safeguarding practices and ensure pupils are at the centre of all clinical decisions.
• Participate in research projects and contribute to clinical innovation and development.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist
• Valid and up-to-date professional registration and membership of a relevant professional body (e.g., BPS)
• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience, preferably in a child or education setting
• Experience working with autistic individuals and those with complex needs
• Ability to write clear and concise clinical and research reports
• Experience in supervising and supporting a therapy team
• Ability to work independently and dynamically within a growing clinical service
• Full UK valid driving licence and access to own vehicle

Preferred

• Management experience within a clinical or education setting
• Experience of multi-professional teamwork within the designated specialty
• Experience in delivering training or professional development sessions

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary range of £50,000 - £60,000 FTE DOE
• £3,000 welcome bonus (paid in two instalments)
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible working arrangements and support for work-life balance
• Access to a wide range of discounts and benefits, including cycle to work schemes and electric car purchase options