Occupational Therapist

There is an established clinical therapy team at Novalis Trust, which consists of Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers and Psychotherapists. There are regular clinical and therapy team meetings to discuss, share and track progress within the individuals therapy and to document outcomes of therapeutic interventions. This post will provide opportunities to develop your professional skills whilst being supported through working in an established team of experienced therapists., The role will involve providing integrated Occupational Therapy standardised and observation-based assessments and delivering interventions. This may include advising on specialist equipment, developing programmes to help rebuilding lost skills and restore confidence, advising on domestic and work place environmental alterations and coaching children in social skills and anxiety and behaviour management. In addition, a strong focus will be on implementing sensory regulation strategies working within a trauma informed and attachment focused model of approach.

Responsibilities for this role:

The role would include occupational therapy assessment, observation and creating therapeutic support plans and goals for the children and young people.

Advising on specialist equipment needed to include domestic and workplace environmental alterations.

Developing programmes to help rebuild lost skills and restore confidence.

Opportunities to work alongside other therapists, to ensure the best outcome for the individual.

Novalis Trust, is a charity that supports children and adults with Neurodevelopmental Difficulties and other learning needs. The Occupational Therapist position works as part of our well-established and friendly team across Cotswold Chine School and William Morris School, following a trauma informed approach. This would include opportunities to support the children with achieving their therapy goals within areas such as sensory, physical, emotional literacy, emotional regulation and independent living skills.