Therapy Assistant

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Job Title: Therapy Assistant

Location: Bricklehurst Manor School – East Sussex TN5 7EL

Salary: £25,837.50 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent

Essential: Full valid UK driving license and access to own transport

About The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to become a part of our dedicated and evolving team of clinicians who support our children and young people at Bricklehurst Manor School.

In this cross-disciplinary position, your primary role will be to assist our Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with the therapy team to deliver high-quality support tailored to our students' individual needs.

You will engage with our educational team that aids our young individuals and their families. Your responsibilities will include conducting evidence-based assessments and interventions under the guidance of qualified clinicians and the Lead Clinician, aimed at understanding and addressing our young people's needs while facilitating their participation in meaningful activities and interactions. You will play a vital role in developing communication and sensory profiles, contributing to placement plans, and implementing various interventions. Additional duties will involve observations, co-facilitating staff training, attending multi-agency meetings, and participating in ongoing service development. Regular opportunities for continuous professional development are available through our internal specialist forums and funding for external training.

Who We Are Looking For
We seek a Therapy Assistant with experience working with young people who have special educational needs. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, able to work under the supervision of a qualified clinician, and enjoys creatively developing tailored interventions for our most complex pupils. A dynamic approach to problem-solving is essential for this role.

Location: Bricklehurst Manor School – East Sussex TN5 7EL
Bricklehurst Manor School

About Outcomes First Group
At Outcomes First Group, we believe that every child can flourish when provided with a learning environment designed for their success. Our mission is to deliver, advocate for, and develop exceptional education that is guided by research and customized to meet the abilities and aspirations of each individual. This commitment fosters tomorrow’s leaders, nurtures a lifelong love for learning, and empowers young minds to shape their own bright futures.

Our philosophy combines tradition with innovation. We advocate for smaller class sizes, personalized learning plans, and a curriculum that prepares students for achievement both inside and outside the classroom, demonstrated by a 97% success rate in transitioning our leavers into education, employment, or training.

As the largest and most accomplished organization in our sector, we are equipped to invest in progressive initiatives and resources tailored to the individual needs of each pupil, rather than the collective. This investment leads to consistent and measurable outcomes for our pupils and teams.

Outcomes First Group operates a variety of specialist education and care brands throughout the UK, including Blenheim Schools, each providing customized services to meet the diverse needs of children and young people.

For more information about our segments and expert services, please visit: Our Services & Schools - Outcomes First Group

Essential Criteria:
- 5 x GCSEs Grade C or above, including English
- Evidence of relevant Post 16 education
- Willingness to pursue further qualifications as required
- Experience as a therapy assistant or in a similar role is advantageous
- Experience in an educational setting is advantageous
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Knowledge and understanding of working with children and young people with SEN
- Capability to conduct both 1:1 and group sessions under supervision
- Proficiency in communicating complex, technical, and clinically sensitive information effectively, both in writing and verbally, to clients, their families, and a diverse range of professionals
- Excellent organizational skills and experience in completing administrative tasks for a team are advantageous
- Full valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle

For additional information regarding this position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification.

Why Work for Us?
Alongside collaborating with a network of clinical colleagues through regular forums for peer reflection and professional development, Outcomes First Group offers a comprehensive range of flexible benefit options.

Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are valuable to us, and you will receive an exceptional reward package that includes:
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a variety of top-tier mental health support services and physical health assessments
- Family Growth Support - an inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment assistance.

Additionally, our market-leading benefits offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to select the package that best suits your needs, including:
- A wide array of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
- Hundreds of discount options valid both in the UK and internationally
- Cycle to Work Schemes
- Electric Car Purchase Scheme
- Critical illness cover

Moreover, we put the outcomes of the individuals we serve at the forefront of all we do, ensuring that you will start each day knowing that your role significantly impacts the lives of others.

At Outcomes First Group, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful candidates will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is dedicated to conducting a fair, thorough, and efficient recruitment process in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education. While we strive to keep applicants informed throughout the process, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants due to delays or changes in the compliance procedure. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timelines.