Job Description
About The Role
School-Based Occupational Therapist
Location:Birchwood School, Cardiff
Salary:£24,999.75 per annum (37.5 hours/week,Term-time only)
About Us:
At Orbis Education & Care, Birchwood School in Cardiff specialises in supporting pupils with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). We are looking for a dedicated Occupational Therapist to provide essential therapy to help pupils thrive academically and emotionally.
About the role:
As an occupational therapist you will deliver high-quality occupational therapy services, supporting childrens physical, sensory, and emotional development. Working with school staff, families, and the multi-disciplinary team, youll create an environment that fosters growth and development for all pupils.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide and maintain OT provision tailored to individual pupil needs using evidence-based approaches such as sensory Integration and trauma-informed practices.
* Assess and develop IDPs to improve fine/gross motor skills, sensory processing, and daily living abilities.
* Conduct individual and group therapy sessions, providing guidance to staff and parents.
* Adapt environments to support students' functional performance.
* Ensure compliance with relevant education laws and policies.
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