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Aspiring Occupational Therapist

Aspiring Occupational Therapist

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Posted 18 days ago, valid for 7 days

Eastbourne, East Sussex BN21 1SN, England

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

The Aspiring Occupational Therapist role is designed for individuals looking to pursue a career in occupational therapy, particularly in pediatric and mental health settings.
Candidates should have at least one year of relevant experience working with children who have special educational needs (SEN) and mental health issues.
This position is based in Eastbourne, supporting children aged 8-16 with moderate learning difficulties and additional mental health needs.
The role offers a salary of £20,000 per year, along with comprehensive training, generous holiday allowances, and opportunities for career progression.
Aspiring Occupational Therapists will be responsible for assisting teachers, providing behavior support, and ensuring the safeguarding of students.

Aspiring Occupational Therapist

This role is ideal if you have career aspirations in becoming an Occupational Therapist and, within specific areas such as, pediatric and mental health.

Would you like to make a difference in children's quality of life?

Are you keen to gain experience for children who have SEN, especially mental health issues?

We are looking for a dedicated Aspiring Occupational Therapistto support children with moderate learning difficulties and, additional mental health needs. This school is based in Eastbourne for children aged 8-16 and has speciailised in SEMH to provide exceptional education and, provide extra help for traumatised children and, young people.

You will be helping children who have come from trauma/neglected backgrounds, challenging behaviour, ADHD or Autism and, also have developed mental health issues due to their needs and, require additional support with improving social, emotional and mental well-being.

Benefits of an Aspiring Occupational Therapist:

Comprehensive Training and Development.
Generous Holiday Allowance, work in term time only.
Career Progression in your dream job role.
You will make a real difference to the lives of the children.

Responsibilities of an Aspiring Occupational Therapist:

Assist the class teacher in providing the learning experience of students.
Ability to perform conflict resolution and de-escalation.
Behaviour and pastoral support.
Take an active role in forward planning with therapists.
Practical approach to meet the individual needs of students.
Willing to work 1:1 and in small groups with students.
Ensure safeguarding of students, in line with procedures.
Attend staff meetings and complete appropriate CPD.

Requirements of an Aspiring Occupational Therapist:

Impose patience and, understanding.
Have an understanding with challenging behaviour.
Always be adaptable in any give situation.
To be able to develop trusting and positive relationships with students.

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