Occupational Therapist

Based in the heart of Chester City Centre, Abbey School is an Independent Special School for young people with autism aged 4-19 years whom may have additional learning difficulties and behaviours that challenge.

Join our dynamic team as an experienced Occupational Therapist! 
If you are qualified, passionate about SEND, and align with our vision and values, we want to hear from you. Don’t miss this exciting opportunity to make a real difference – get in touch with us today!

•    Full time 
•    Start Date: As soon as possible

This role is not suitable for newly qualified Occupational Therapists. This role would be suitable for candidates with knowledge and experience in line with agenda for change Band 6, or Developing Band 6 post.

Key responsibilities:
•    Providing occupational therapy support to children and young people aged 4-19 with complex autism, learning difficulties, and challenging behaviours
•    Collaborating with a trans-disciplinary team to ensure each pupil’s needs are understood, effectively planned for, and closely monitored
•    Advising the teaching team on pupil development to achieve optimal outcomes for each child and young person
•    Delivering both direct and indirect therapy to individuals and groups of pupils

For more information about this opportunity, please visit https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
• Technology appropriate for your job
• Comprehensive staff training programme
• Access to WeCare which is a 24/7 online GP, mental health support service, get fit programme and much more.
• Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
• Refer-a-friend bonus scheme 
• The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability, and in so doing, extend the prospect of an improved quality of life for family members and others

Please see https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/ for more information