EDEN ACADEMY TRUST
OCCUPATIONAL Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant: Scale 5 per annum + Special school's allowance
Working hours: 36 hours per week, Term-time (39 weeks). Part-time hours and a Job share may be considered
Working pattern:
3 days 8:30am - 4:15pm 1 day 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 3:45pm
Further salary information: Please note, the calculated salaries above are based on 36 hours per week, TTO 39 weeks and are subject to change upon the hours worked.
Location: Moorcroft School, Uxbridge
Eden Academy Trust
Each of the eight SEN Schools in the Eden Academy Trust, specialise in meeting the educational needs of children and young people with a range of learning disabilities including those who are autistic, and those who have physical or sensory needs.
Occupational Therapy
We passionately believe that therapies, including occupational therapy, are a vital part of school life and help our pupils access their education. Our amazing team of occupational therapists help each pupil achieve as much independence as possible within their activities of daily living.
The Role
To support the occupational therapy team under the supervision and guidance of occupational therapists based across The Eden Academy Trust.
To deliver occupational therapy programmes and recommendations devised by an occupational therapist. To carry out functional skills in 1:1 and group sessions in the classroom, or therapy space under the guidance of an occupational therapist. To support the occupational therapist to deliver therapy interventions and documentation that support children’s Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP’s)
Successful candidates will be expected to undertake a manual handling course. Please refer to the job description for further information.
Regular supervision, guidance and CPD opportunities are available.
Applicants
Applicants should be:
Comfortable to work with children and young people with learning disabilities
Passionate about delivering a high standard of care
Creative and flexible in their approach
Contact
If you would like an informal discussion or further information, please contact Becky Lovelock at: Rebecca.lovelock@theedenacademy.co.uk
Becky Lovelock
07891632609
rebecca.lovelock@theedenacademy.co.uk
