Job Description

Occupational Therapist

Location: Camphill Wakefield
Contract Type: Term Time Only (22.5 per week)
Salary: SCP 26 - 14,921.89 per annum
Responsible to: Therapy Team Manager/Speech and Language Therapy Specialist

This is an exciting opportunity to join our therapy team at Camphill Wakefield. We are seeking a passionate Occupational Therapist to join our dedicated team. We are looking for a term time role working 3 days a week.

The role is suitable for newly qualified practitioners.

In this role, you will work closely with therapy team members, education colleagues and members of the wider multi-disciplinary team to provide person-centred, evidence-based input to our students. You will provide a vital role in supporting our students to access their curriculum, learning and environment.

Key Responsibilities

As our Occupational Therapist you will:

Provide clinically effective, person-centred, and evidence-based occupational therapy assessment and intervention to students at Camphill Wakefield. Liaise with other departments to ensure that therapy is joined up and embedded in everything that we do. Provide support and training to all staff about occupational therapy, including training workshops and training specific to individual students and environments. Support the impact of an integrated approach to therapy on the curriculum and show this through progress and distance travelled using individualised target setting.
What We're Looking For

Essential:

A degree or equivalent in Occupational Therapy. Current Health Care Professionals Council registration. Knowledge of relevant assessments and interventions. Use of initiative and clinical judgement. A Commitment to Evidence Based Practice. Effective communication skills, both written and verbal. Strong interpersonal skills. A reflective practitioner. Strong organisational and time management skills. Enthusiasm to work with young people to encourage learning and independence. Understanding the needs of students with learning difficulties/disabilities and complex needs. Understanding of health and safety and safeguarding within an education setting.
Desirable:

Registered member of RCOT. Experience of working in an education or SEND setting. Knowledge and experience of assessments and interventions for people with learning disabilities/difficulties. Understanding of the roles of the wider multi-disciplinary team.
Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a supportive and dedicated team working in a rewarding and dynamic environment. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to contribute meaningfully to student success and inclusion.

Benefits and Perks:

Simply Health Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - confidential support for your wellbeing Free on-site parking 2 x paid annual wellness days - prioritise your mental health and work-life balance Company pension scheme Death in service benefit - 3x your annual salary for added peace of mind Discounted meals and refreshments on-site
Please find the full job description here:

To apply; please visit our website https://www.camphill.ac.uk/work-for-us/work-for-us/ and complete both the Application Form(opens in new tab) and Camphill Equality And Diversity Monitoring Form(opens in new tab) by the closing date of the 19th August 2025 (noon).

Shortlisting for the role to be completed on the 20th August 2025, with interviews to be held on w/c 25th August 2025 and/ or w/c 1st September 2025.

Camphill Wakefield is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and references will be thoroughly checked. The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and adhere to our safeguarding policies and procedures.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 14,921.89 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person