Occupational Therapist (with postgraduate sensory integration training)

We are currently seeking to recruit a professionally qualified and HCPC registered Occupational Therapist with post graduate qualifications and experience in SI to work as part of the integrated Clinical team based in children’s services at Sutherland House School, Nottingham. This skilled and friendly team includes speech therapists and a therapy assistant. As well as regular line management supervision, clinical supervision will be provided through an external provider.

This post requires an empathic, creative and skilled therapist, with relevant experience working with children and young people with Autism and complex learning needs, ideally within a specialist school environment. You will be responsible for working collaboratively within the multi-disciplinary team, including school staff, to provide effective interventions, advice, and support for the children, young people and their families/carers. This is a great opportunity to build on and support the continued development of occupational therapy services within school, including:

• Providing advice and training for staff
• Assisting pupils with their functional and motor skills and supporting their sensory needs within the educational context
• Providing therapeutic input/provision as indicated by EHC Plans and contributing to reviews
• Providing pupils who have sensory integration needs with appropriate sensory diets/programmes
• Managing a targeted caseload and working in collaboration with staff, other agencies, families and carers.

As one of the biggest charitable organisations in the East Midlands, Autism East Midlands offer a wide range of services supporting people affected by Autism, including family services, a specialist school (4-19yrs), and a range of day and residential services for our adult service users.

AUTISM EAST MIDLANDS place an emphasis on person centred approaches and aim to make a positive difference to the lives of all the individuals we support. Our integrated service provides excellent opportunities for professional growth, supervision/peer support, training and protected CPD and company pension.

Please be aware, we are unable to accept applications from candidates who have restricted hours, and we are unable offer sponsorships.

What we offer:

• Occupational sick pay
• Extensive induction with autism specialist training
• Fully paid for Care Certificate, which is essential for those wanting to pursue a career in health and social care
• Paid job-related qualifications during employment
• Free initial DBS Check
• Employer pension scheme
• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Refer a friend scheme worth £500
• Access to the Blue Light Card scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Paid maternity/ paternity/ adoption leave

We reserve the right to close the advert once sufficient applications have been received, therefore, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Autism East Midlands is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from anyone interested in working with people with autism. We are also a Disability Confident Employer. If you meet the person specification criteria and are eligible for the Disability Confident scheme, we will guarantee you an interview – just let us know in your covering letter or in your email when you send us your application form.

Either way don’t forget to tell us if you are applying under the Disability Confident scheme.

Autism East Midlands is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. If you’re a successful applicant you will need an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check, we will meet any initial costs.

For further information or to arrange a visit contact

Alison Cuddington, SaLT Team Leader, at Sutherland House School: 0115 960 9263

E-mail alison.cuddington@autismeastmidlands.org.uk