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Location - Remote or Hybrid. Greater London and South East England.
Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hrs or part time 22.5 hrs per week.
Salary - Remote £37,500 - £39,500. Hybrid £41,250 - £43,450
We have been awarded the Health Assessment Advisory Service contract for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in South East England, London, and East Anglia. This new service will launch in 2024 and will run for at least five years.
The Health Assessment Advisory Service arranges and carries out assessments for DWP. The purpose of the assessment is to understand how an illness or disability affects a persons daily life. After the assessment, DWP makes the decision as to whether the individual will receive any benefits.
We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for RGN Nurses and AHPs to join our team as a Functional Assessor supporting Work Capability Assessments (WCA) and Personal Independence payments (PIP) assessments here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group.
In addition to practical experience as an Occupational Therapist, you have invaluable transferable skills such as critical analysis, objectivity, and logical thinking just to name a few. Wed like to offer you the opportunity to use these skills in a different way to support the most vulnerable people in our society.
You will be part of a like-minded team of professional clinicians that has a voice in how we improve our claimants experience and in positively raising the profile of the Health Assessment Advisory Service through leading change, mentorship, and coaching.
As a Functional Assessor your primary responsibilities will be:
To conduct comprehensive functional health assessments through evaluation of: claimants ability to undertake activities of daily living pertaining to work, specifically in relation to physical and mental, cognitive, and intellectual functions (WCA) or,
their ability to undertake activities of daily living repeatedly and safely and investigate the impact of variability, chronic and multiple health issues (PIP). Prepare detailed reports outlining claimants functional abilities with well-reasoned recommendations, for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
Collaborate with your colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to our claimants.
Contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK.
To be considered for this Functional Assessor role, you will need:
A minimum of 12 months of post-graduate experience gained in the UK as a registered RGN Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills.
A good level of IT literacy, as you will be required to utilise various software and on-line tools to document your assessments and communicate your findings.
We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's a glimpse of what we can offer you:
Continuous professional development (CPD): Access to training and learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
Clinical registration fee reimbursement: We cover the cost of maintaining your professional credentials.
Private medical insurance: A comprehensive healthcare plan. Single cover from 6 months of employment.
Private pension scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme after 12 months service.
Extra annual leave: Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days to suit your personal needs.
Confidential employee assistance programme : 24/7 access to confidential counselling for your mental and emotional well-being.
Life assurance 3 x salary. A benefit to protect your loved ones in the event of an unexpected loss.
Salary Finance: Access to financial education, loans, and tools to achieve your financial goals.
Travel Season ticket loan .
The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, Critical Illness Cover, Dental Insurance.
Long service awards.
Volunteering: Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving.
Online shopping discounts via Discount Marketplace.
Ingeus is part of global human services provider, APM Group. Our mission is to enable better lives and, in the UK, we work with government, employers, and local partners to design and deliver services to help create strong societies where people have the independence, knowledge, and know-how to thrive. We deliver services to help people improve their employment, skills, health, and wellbeing. Were purpose-led, passionate, and proud to work with customers and communities to drive social change.
Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions. We welcome applications from everyone - if you require any assistance with any part of the recruitment process or would like alternative formats, please get in touch with us via email at .

Occupational Therapist Assessor

Location - Remote or Hybrid
Hours of work: Full time 37.5 hrs or part time 22.5 hrs per week.
Salary - Remote £37,500 - £39,500. Hybrid £43,875 - £46,215
We have been awarded the Health Assessment Advisory Service contract for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in South East England, London, and East Anglia. This new service will launch in 2024 and will run for at least five years.
The Health Assessment Advisory Service arranges and carries out assessments for DWP. The purpose of the assessment is to understand how an illness or disability affects a persons daily life. After the assessment, DWP makes the decision as to whether the individual will receive any benefits.
We are delighted to announce exciting opportunities for RGN Nurses and AHPs to join our team as a Functional Assessor supporting Work Capability Assessments (WCA) and Personal Independence payments (PIP) assessments here at Ingeus UK, part of the global human services provider APM Group.
In addition to practical experience as an Occupational Therapist, you have invaluable transferable skills such as critical analysis, objectivity, and logical thinking just to name a few. We'd like to offer you the opportunity to use these skills in a different way to support the most vulnerable people in our society.
You will be part of a like-minded team of professional clinicians that has a voice in how we improve our claimants experience and in positively raising the profile of the Health Assessment Advisory Service through leading change, mentorship, and coaching.
As a Functional Assessor your primary responsibilities will be:
To conduct comprehensive functional health assessments through evaluation of: claimants ability to undertake activities of daily living pertaining to work, specifically in relation to physical and mental, cognitive, and intellectual functions (WCA) or,
their ability to undertake activities of daily living repeatedly and safely and investigate the impact of variability, chronic and multiple health issues (PIP). Prepare detailed reports outlining claimants functional abilities with well-reasoned recommendations, for submission to the Department of Work and Pensions.
Collaborate with your colleagues to deliver a high-quality service to our claimants.
Contribute to the continued improvement and service excellence of health assessment services in the UK
To be considered for this Functional Assessor role, you will need:
A minimum of 12 months of post-graduate experience gained in the UK as a registered RGN Nurse, Paramedic, Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist.
Strong critical analysis and logical thinking skills.
A good level of IT literacy, as you will be required to utilise various software and on-line tools to document your assessments and communicate your findings.
We are committed to supporting our employees and providing a comprehensive benefits package to help you thrive both professionally and personally. Here's a glimpse of what we can offer you:
Continuous professional development (CPD): Access to training and learning opportunities to expand your skills and advance your career.
Clinical registration fee reimbursement: We cover the cost of maintaining your professional credentials.
Private medical insurance: A comprehensive healthcare plan. Single cover from 6 months of employment.
Private pension scheme: A defined contribution pension scheme after 12 months service.
Extra annual leave: Flexibility to purchase additional holiday days to suit your personal needs.
Confidential employee assistance programme : 24/7 access to confidential counselling for your mental and emotional well-being.
Life assurance 3 x salary. A benefit to protect your loved ones in the event of an unexpected loss.
Salary Finance: Access to financial education, loans, and tools to achieve your financial goals.
Travel Season ticket loan .
The opportunity to buy extra perks such as, Critical Illness Cover, Dental Insurance.
Long service awards.
Volunteering: Up to two days each year dedicated to Community Giving.
Online shopping discounts via Discount Marketplace.
Ingeus is part of global human services provider, APM Group. Our mission is to enable better lives and, in the UK, we work with government, employers, and local partners to design and deliver services to help create strong societies where people have the independence, knowledge, and know-how to thrive. We deliver services to help people improve their employment, skills, health, and wellbeing. Were purpose-led, passionate, and proud to work with customers and communities to drive social change.
Our culture treats everyone with dignity and respect, ensuring that every individual is comfortable, confident, and recognised for the value of their contributions. We welcome applications from everyone - if you require any assistance with any part of the recruitment process or would like alternative formats, please get in touch with us via email at .

About us We are professional, rewarding, social, and our goal is to Verity Healthcare Limited is looking to recruit an experienced Care Coordinator. Verity Healthcare Limited is a well-established and expanding domiciliary care company that provides home carers to clients, helping them to continue living safely and independently in their own homes. This opening represents an exciting opportunity for the right individual to join a growing and dynamic company and to help steer our contract in Stevenage. We focus on personal development, and this post will enable the successful candidate to take advantage of the training and career-track development that we offer, among other benefits, and therefore maximize his or her potential. Applicants must have held a care coordinator position in a domiciliary care company/agency for at least one year, as this job requires the successful candidate to be able to start the actual work from day one and hit the ground running. The successful candidate will show a high level of commitment and flexibility and be able to work autonomously but equally work well within a team. The Care Coordinator's duties will include Accepting care packages and assigning care workers to service users appropriately. Producing care workers’ rotas; Ensuring that service user care plan and care worker files are complete; Using electronic monitoring software to monitor care workers’ attendance and visit timeliness. Arranging ...

Care Coordinator

Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!*
It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Bestwood Village School, East Midlands
Salary: up to £53,200 FTE dependent on experience
Hours: 30 hours per week, 4 days a week, days to be agreed
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
Essential: Full UK valid driving licence and access to own vehicle
We’re looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. Holding responsibility within specialist services, you will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the people we support.
About the role
We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.
Are you an experienced clinician excited to work during times of transformative change? Are you experienced, or have a keen interest, in working with the challenges associated with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), complex and developmental trauma and complex needs? Do you want to help create a nationally important resource with the substantial backing of one of the leading providers of education for young people with SEN? If so, we have the role for you! We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join us at Outcomes First Group.
The post holder will progress the OT specific therapeutic services where the needs of individuals vary in levels of functioning, many with a diagnosis of autism as well as associated needs such as complex and developmental trauma. Needs are complex and require a systemic and formulation-based approach.
You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary well-being and therapeutic services team which is required to meet the needs of the vulnerable people within our services. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapy and other appropriate professionals and services. Someone with a holistic and integrated approach to care, education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for a practitioner who has a clear vision of what outstanding therapeutic services look like. You would need to demonstrate drive, motivation and resilience, and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams and build consensus.
Location : Bestwood Village School, East Midlands
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We have services covering all of England and North Wales. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and&nbsp;Options Autism.
For more information on the group please visit:&nbsp;https://
Essential Criteria:
Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
Registered with the HCPC and RCOT.
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners
Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults.
Experience of lecturing/teaching/training
Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
Full UK valid driving licence and access to own vehicle
What’s in it for you?
You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that’s really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. You will have the resources and time to implement your strategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development of the service. This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people we support and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.
We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact:
Why work for us?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Holidays starting at 30&nbsp;days per annum plus bank holidays
Life Assurance
£2,000 Training and Development AllowancePension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&amp;C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover

Occupational Therapist

Are you an Occupational Therapist with experience working with Autistic People with additional needs?
Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!*
It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Acorn Park School, East Anglia
Salary: up to £53,200 (DOE)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per annum
We’re looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. Holding responsibility within specialist services, you will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the people we support.
About the role
We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.
Are you an experienced clinician excited to work during times of transformative change? Are you experienced, or have a keen interest, in working with the challenges associated with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), complex and developmental trauma and complex needs? Do you want to help create a nationally important resource with the substantial backing of one of the leading providers of education for young people with SEN? If so, we have the role for you! We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join us at Outcomes First Group.
The post holder will progress the OT specific therapeutic services where the needs of individuals vary in levels of functioning, many with a diagnosis of autism as well as associated needs such as complex and developmental trauma. Needs are complex and require a systemic and formulation-based approach.
You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary well-being and therapeutic services team which is required to meet the needs of the vulnerable people within our services. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapy and other appropriate professionals and services. Someone with a holistic and integrated approach to care, education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for a practitioner who has a clear vision of what outstanding therapeutic services look like. You would need to demonstrate drive, motivation and resilience, and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams and build consensus.
Location : Acorn Park School, East Anglia
Acorn Park School
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We have services covering all of England and North Wales. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and&nbsp;Options Autism.
For more information on the group please visit:&nbsp;https://
Essential Criteria:
Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
Registered with the HCPC and RCOT.
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners
Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults.
Experience of lecturing/teaching/training
Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
What’s in it for you?
You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that’s really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. You will have the resources and time to implement your strategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development of the service. This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people we support and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.
We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact:
Why work for us?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Holidays starting at 30&nbsp;days per annum plus bank holidays
Life Assurance
£2,000 Training and Development AllowancePension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&amp;C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of our people in our services at the heart of everyth

Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!*
It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Location: Red Kite School, South East
Salary: up to £53,200 depending on experience
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per annum
We’re looking for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our expanding team. Holding responsibility within specialist services, you will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the people we support.
About the role
We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.
Are you an experienced clinician excited to work during times of transformative change? Are you experienced, or have a keen interest, in working with the challenges associated with neurodiversity (Autism, ADHD), complex and developmental trauma and complex needs? Do you want to help create a nationally important resource with the substantial backing of one of the leading providers of education for young people with SEN? If so, we have the role for you! We’re looking for an Occupational Therapist to join us at Outcomes First Group.
The post holder will progress the OT specific therapeutic services where the needs of individuals vary in levels of functioning, many with a diagnosis of autism as well as associated needs such as complex and developmental trauma. Needs are complex and require a systemic and formulation-based approach.
You will be a part of a multi-disciplinary well-being and therapeutic services team which is required to meet the needs of the vulnerable people within our services. The team includes Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychotherapists, Occupational Therapy and other appropriate professionals and services. Someone with a holistic and integrated approach to care, education and clinical services would be perfect for this role.
Who are we looking for? We are looking for a practitioner who has a clear vision of what outstanding therapeutic services look like. You would need to demonstrate drive, motivation and resilience, and ability to work with multi-disciplinary teams and build consensus.
Location : Red Kite School, South East
A brand-new specialist school in Aylesbury supporting young people aged 11-18 with a range of complex needs
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We have services covering all of England and North Wales. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and&nbsp;Options Autism.
For more information on the group please visit:&nbsp;https://
Essential Criteria:
Relevant Occupational Therapy qualification
Registered with the HCPC and RCOT.
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners
Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with adults.
Experience of lecturing/teaching/training
Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
What’s in it for you?
You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that’s really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. You will have the resources and time to implement your strategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development of the service. This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of the people we support and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.
We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact:
Why work for us?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Holidays starting at 30&nbsp;days per annum plus bank holidays
Life Assurance
£2,000 Training and Development AllowancePension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&amp;C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of our people in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in th

Job Title: Occupational Therapist
Hours: Part time term time only
Salary: £35,300 pro rata
Location: North of England
Bright Futures, Inspired By You.
There's nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.
This is an exciting opportunity to further develop and use your therapeutic knowledge and experience to support colleagues across the Group deliver positive outcomes for young people. We will accept nearly qualified applications.
We are looking for therapists join our expanding Therapeutic Team to cover the school in Croydon.
At Horizon, we live up to our values, and we value our people. We are proud to be one of the most innovative providers of young people's residential care and education in the UK. Our success means that we are opening new residential homes and schools and making a difference for young people in a variety of new areas as well as continuing to support young people in our established services.
Who are we!
Horizon Care &amp; Education are looking for a creative Occupational Therapist to join our passionate team, delivering a comprehensive therapeutic service for children in our care. This role involves providing support and oversight to teams in education.
This is role will be based from the nearest school in your region with an expectation to regularly travel to other sites in your portfolio in accordance to service need. You will conduct assessment and intervention, provide support to teams and be an active part of the wider MDT.
Delivery of training is an important aspect of the role. At Horizon we train all our staff in our Shine Therapeutic model which includes DDP/PACE therapeutic parenting.
What you'll get to do
Manage your own caseload of schools to provide high levels of support and consultation for operational colleagues
Provide therapeutic advice and guidance to teams to enable them to support young people throughout their journey with Horizon
To be responsible for assessments, goal setting and recommendations for therapeutic support for your own caseload.
To develop, write and regularly review/update therapeutic goals for children and young people in education.
To develop and contribute to the delivery of therapeutic and psychological training to all staff in the organisation as part of the Therapeutic Academy.
Benefit from regular supervision and CPD activities
Benefit from opportunities to participate in service development activities across the Horizon Group
What were looking for from you:
HCPC registered.
BSc/MSc registered Occupational Therapist
Experience of working with Children and Young People or relevant demonstrable transferable skills
We will accept nearly qualified
Post registration qualifications in sensory integration would be advantageous
A desire to support services through embedding therapeutic practice
Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Well-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing
Ability to work autonomously with the support from individual and peer supervision
Ability to role model behaviours and attitudes in line with organisational values
A sound understanding of Microsoft Office components, including knowledge of Excel, Teams and SharePoint
Full UK driving licence and use of your own vehicle
Here are just some of the benefits of working for us:
Friendly, small passionate teams
Rewarding work helping our young people aged 8-18 reach their potential in their daily lives and through their learning
Competitive salary
Mileage allowance
Comprehensive induction programme, highly praised by new recruits
Career advancement pathways and CPD support
Face to face therapeutic training and support for all staff, with extensive training on the PACE model
Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics
Cashback healthcare plan
Employee Assistance Program
?If you would like to come and join us on our journey, changing the lives of the children and young people that we care for, then we would like you to get in touch with our recruitment team for an informal conversation!
Horizon Care and Education is committed to quality, equality, and valuing diversity.
This post is subject to satisfactory criminal records check and satisfactory references.
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This role has a starting salary of £39,355 per annum, based on a 36 hour working week.
We are excited to be hiring Occupational Therapists to join our fantastic East Surrey Occupational Therapy team.
Rewards and Benefits
26 days' holiday (prorated for part time staff), rising to 28 days after 2 years' service and 30 days after 5 years' service
Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave
An extensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support health and wellbeing
Up to 5 days of carer's leave per year
Paternity, adoption and dependants leave
A generous local government salary related pension
Lifestyle discounts including gym, travel, shopping and many more
2 paid volunteering days plus 1 team volunteering day per year
Learning and development hub where you can access a wealth of resources
About the Team
You will join a supportive, skilled and creative team that values a good work ethic, honesty, reliability and the ability to apply sound and solid clinical reasoning to ensure we are providing a service we all can be proud of. As such, if you are a pragmatic, driven, creative Occupational Therapist, wanting to make a difference, then this may be the right environment for you to flourish in.
We offer a competitive starting salary, equivalent to that of a Band 6 OT in a health care setting. For newly-qualified OTs we offer a supportive preceptorship programme. In addition, we are open to flexible working patterns which may support your work-life balance.
We offer a large variety of training courses which will increase your knowledge and enable you to provide a service you can feel proud of. We are a supportive team that provides informal supervision on a daily basis and regular formal supervision. In addition to peer support, we shall provide the practical tools you need to manage your work. You will not be expected to work in isolation, however we do aim to equip you to work autonomously and with confidence.
About the Role
You will work alongside a variety of clients who have differing and/or complex needs by using a strength-based approach. Clients may be elderly and frail, experience a learning disability, physical or sensory impairment, or have mental ill health. This diverse role will facilitate your development and equip you with a large range of skills to enable you to undertake frontline holistic occupational therapy practice within a social care setting. You will have the opportunity to put into practice assessments such as the moving and handling risk assessments and intervention, with the aim of supporting and empowering our clients to live meaningful lives within the community.
Joining us you will work closely with your team members, as well as with other organisations and agencies, to provide an integrated service in order to support vulnerable adults and their carers in a community-based setting. This community-based role requires you to visit clients in their homes, as well as other settings such as residential care and nursing homes.
Shortlisting Criteria To be considered for shortlisting for this position, your application will clearly evidence the following:
Experience of working within a social care or community focussed multi-disciplinary setting that provides care, support and advice to meet people's long-term needs
Ability to complete person-centred and proportionate OT assessments including moving and handling risk assessments
An in-depth knowledge of medical conditions and the likely impact on the individual and be able to demonstrable knowledge of the impact of long term disability on the individual, carer and family
Continuing professional development. Applicants must have and maintain current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and adhere to the HCPC standards for conduct, performance and ethics.
You will need the willingness and ability to travel around the county to meet the demands of this role.
The closing date for this advert is 30/06/2024 although applications will be reviewed, and appointments made, on an on-going basis.
We look forward to receiving your application, please click on the apply online button below to submit.
Our Commitment
Surrey County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. A guaranteed interview will be offered to all disabled applications where:
The candidate has evidenced the minimum criteria for the role through their application
The candidate has chosen to share that they have a disability on the application form
Our application form and onboarding process will provide an opportunity to request any reasonable adjustments for the interview and/or the role. We want to be an inclusive and diverse employer reflecting the community we serve and particularly welcome applications from all underrepresented groups.

Occupational Therapist - East Surrey

Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* T&amp;C's apply
It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!
Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist
Location: Nash House – Upton Grange, South East
Salary: Up to £53,200 dependent on experience plus £3000 Welcome Bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, 08:30am-16:30pm
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks
About the role
We understand the value of helping our employees to achieve their Continued Professional Development goals, and offer a £2,000 training allowance to allow you to complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements.
The successful candidate will be a key member of the team and will have the opportunity to continually develop from in house training with our highly qualified Clinical teams. You will be responsible for overseeing and implementing Occupational Therapy. You will undertake agreed delegated management responsibilities for example supervisions, appraisals, and audits. You will also work collaboratively with other clinicians to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for young people with a primary diagnosis of trauma, with associated needs such as ADHD, social communication difficulties, sensory processing needs and Autism within these educational settings.
Outcomes First Group uses a holistic, therapeutic approach to help our children, young people and adults in their daily lives, ensuring they are safe, comfortable, and healthy. Undertaking all aspects of Occupational Therapy clinical duties, you will adhere to professional and regulatory guidelines, carrying out specialist individual assessments and interventions, and preparing relevant documentation, including writing reports. You will also contribute significantly to providing information and training to staff, commissioners, and other agencies.
Our well-established multidisciplinary Clinical Team across the group maintain a nurturing and loving environment, where our children can flourish. Always putting our pupils at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and our pupils are heard, respected and involved in decisions that affect them wherever possible.
When it comes to looking after our pupils we strive for excellence, which is why we are the leading service provider in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for Senior Occupational Therapists who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.
Location: Nash House – Upton Grange, South East
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and&nbsp;Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and&nbsp;Options Autism.
For more information on the group please visit:&nbsp;https://
Essential Criteria:
Degree in Occupational Therapy, HCPC and RCOT membership
Must have Sensory Integration Training/qualification
Valid and up to date HCPC registration
Experience within the specialist client group. (complex trauma, attachment disorders, complex communication issues relating to autism, sensory impairment, learning disabilities/difficulties and associated behaviours that challenge)
Experience of working within an educational setting would be advantageous
Relevant post-qualification experience working as a Therapist, including working with the specific client group in an educational setting
Skills in co-working, liaison and consultation with others, especially with regard to highly complex cases
Specialist knowledge of OT assessments and interventions
Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, complex, technical and clinically sensitive information to the specific client group, their carers and families and a wide range of professionals outside the service
For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact:
Why work for us?
Alongside working with a network of clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life AssurancePension scheme with options to increase your contributions
“Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&amp;C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
And that’s not all, we place the outcomes of the people in our services at the heart of everything we do, so you’ll wake every day in the knowledge that your role will have a significant positive impact on the lives of others.
We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS.
Job ID: 241618
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