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£53,603 - £61,533 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Luxborough Court School click apply for full job details

We are seeking a skilled and passionate Occupational Therapist to join our innovative National Online School, as part of our Great Minds Therapy & Training Service. In this fully remote role, you will deliver therapeutic provision to a paediatric caseload, with pupils (aged 7-19) across the UK who are unable to access mainstream education. The TCES National Online School delivers therapeutic education virtually to pupils with complex co-morbid needs, including pupils with neurodiverse identities and emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA) which present barriers to them accessing mainstream school-based education. You will provide occupational assessments and interventions remotely to children and young people who access their learning hours through our online provision. Our Occupational Therapists, as part of the online multi-discipline therapy team, support staff to deliver a therapeutic learning environment for all pupils. Additionally our therapists hold a caseload of children with significant trauma and adverse childhood experience who require a more specific, bespoke, and at times intensive, input. To ensure a consistent therapeutic practice across the provision, you will work closely with the online teaching and inclusion teams to meet the needs of the young people they work with and support them to engage in learning; this can include providing advice on moderating the online learning environment, as well as scaffolding a therapeutic understanding & culture through training, workshops and general promotion of therapeutic practice to all staff. Essential requirements to be successful in the role are: A champion of therapeutic support and advocate for young people , with similar values to ours: Expect the very best from each other; Develop a strong work ethic; Respect and appreciate all difference; Include everyone and exclude no one; Listen to and involve everyone; Never give up on each other! Resilient and robust, role modelling outstanding professionalism. Hold HCPC registration with a recognised Occupational Therapy degree qualification and further professional development accreditations. Substantial demonstrable experience in successfully working with vulnerable young people, those with complex mental health needs and/or those with challenging behaviours. The ability to plan and coordinate sessions online , proficient with communication and supporting sensory progress for pupils through universal and intensive therapeutic offers. Proficient digital skills , including a good understanding of IT systems and the ability to use them effectively as a member of an online school. Creative and innovative, whilst maintaining principles of clinical governance . Organised with attention to detail. Proactive and innovative , collaborating with team members in other disciplines, whilst also with the ability to work flexibly and independently. In return we offer: An opportunity to join a leading, accredited provider of online specialist education, directly contributing to the positive outcomes for pupils. Competitive terms and conditions, with the opportunity to deliver clinical provision outside of TCES schools, as well as support train staff and parents in therapeutic principles through Great Minds Therapy and Training Services. Continuing Professional Development: paid comprehensive training for all staff. Remote working: staff can engage with a young person or class from anywhere in the UK. IT equipment: Chromebooks and mobiles supplied as well as technical support where necessary. TCES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment. The appointment is subject to all relevant checks such as references, medical clearance and a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.

The Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated, caring individual to join the company as a Specialist Occupational Therapist. Cambian New Elizabethan School is a day school that offers outstanding opportunities for boys and girls with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder, communication difficulties, complex needs and challenging behaviour. Job Role This is Term time only You will work alongside a full multidisciplinary team including clinicians, care and Education staff. You will have opportunities to be part of the provision development and contribute to the improvement Occupational Therapy service. Working autonomously, you will provide quality assessments, reports and needs led interventions for young people and work with the school staff to embed sensory strategies across the environment. Previous experience in working with ASD and Learning disabilities with children & young people is required and formal qualifications in Sensory Integration is welcomed. Experience in providing supervision, staff consultation and training is required. Taking a "hands on" approach it is essential that you will be a strong team player, with excellent communication skills. You must have excellent organisational and time management skills. Candidate ProfileWe are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking Specialist Occupational Therapist to join our friendly team. Essential: Experience working with ASD client groupCAMHS experience preferredA degree or a post graduate diploma in Occupational TherapyRegistration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) and RCOT In return we offer: Clinical SupervisionFull support from a multidisciplinary teamDevelopmental OpportunitiesInternal/external training on new initiatives You will also learn from some of the most dedicated and inspirational people in our profession. Note: Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer

Additional Learning Support Lead 37 hours per week 8:30am 5pm, 40 Weeks per year £38,559.45 FTE (BRK35) Our client is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. They are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping their learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers. If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, they'd love to hear from you. The Additional Learning Support Lead role is responsible for coordinating the learning support provided to students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). Their primary purpose, to ensure these students can access the curriculum and achieve their full potential. This will involve a range of duties, including timetabling learning Support Assistants, coordinating with external agencies and curriculum staff, completing consultations and EHCP reviews and supporting exam access arrangements. The Additional Learning Support Leads will act as a key point of contact for students, parents, and staff, advocating for students' needs and promoting a culture of inclusivity and accessibility within the college. The advertised Additional learning Support Lead will line manage a team of staff focused on high needs support. This will include management of the Neuropod Mentors and overseeing the development of the provision as it grows, moving in to the new building, part of the exciting college new buildings development. They will line manage the Exams Access Arrangements Coordinator to ensure appropriate support for all learners during assessment. This job role is full-time 40 weeks, based at Weybridge site but travelling to Ashford as needed, it is not suitable for home-working. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Provide Equity and Individualised Support: To ensure that each student with disabilities, learning difficulties, or long-term health conditions receive equitable support tailored to their specific, individual needs. This will include supporting the implementation of EHCP plans and the development of individual learner profiles. Ensuring consistency in the quality and completion of Learning Support Assistant student records. Coordinate Support and Liaise with Agencies: To work collaboratively with a wide range of individuals and external agencies, including teachers, college leadership, parents, and external stakeholders like psychologists, speech and language therapists, and occupational therapists to provide comprehensive support. Coordinate the timetabling of support staff to ensure all identified student needs are met in classrooms and exams. Exam Access Arrangements (EAA): Work with the Exams Team and line manage the Exams Access Arrangements Coordinator to ensure students receive the necessary adjustments (e.g., 25% extra time, readers, or scribes). Neuropod: Line manage the Neuropod Mentors and oversee the development and growth of the provision for ASC learners in the neuropod including transition to the new building. Support and Train College Staff: A key duty is to provide advice, guidance, and training to support staff and classroom teachers on how to effectively support students with SEN. Inclusion: To work closely with support services and curriculum departments to ensure the early identification of learner needs and implement appropriate support. The role will support the development of a universal support provision for all learners. Funding & Compliance: Lead on the assessment and evidence gathering for High Needs Funding (HNF) and Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). Our client is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. They do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Our client is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates maybe subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, they do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee, have no authority to enter an arrangement. They reserve the right to close this vacancy early if they receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with their organisation will be on their PSL. REF-