Occupational Therapist
Beaumont Sussex at Ingfield Manor School, West Sussex
Make a real difference every day. Empower young people to fulfil their potential.
Beaumont Sussex is proud to support the recruitment of an Occupational Therapist to join the exceptional team at Ingfield Manor School, a specialist education setting nestled within beautiful grounds near Horsham, West Sussex.
This is an exciting opportunity to work in a highly rewarding environment where every day is focused on helping children and young people achieve greater independence, confidence and success.
About Ingfield Manor School
Ingfield Manor School is a specialist, non-maintained school and part of Salutem Care and Education. Set within idyllic grounds and benefiting from outstanding specialist facilities, the school provides education and therapy for children and young people aged 3–19 with neurological motor impairments, including Cerebral Palsy, alongside associated medical and sensory needs.
The school follows the Conductive Education approach, promoting holistic development through physical, communication, educational and life skills learning.
Facilities include:
Extensive woodland and outdoor learning spaces
Specialist sensory rooms
Swimming pool
Adapted learning environments
Excellent therapy resources and equipment
Following its most recent Ofsted inspection, Ingfield Manor School continues to be recognised as providing a Good quality of education, with inspectors praising the strong relationships between staff and pupils, tailored learning approaches, and the dedication of the team.
About The Role
Part time permanent hours: 24 hours per week Term Time Only
The Role
As an Occupational Therapist, you will work as part of a skilled trans-disciplinary team, helping students develop the functional skills and independence needed to access learning and everyday life.
You will contribute to assessment, planning and delivery of occupational therapy programmes while embedding therapeutic strategies throughout the curriculum and wider school environment.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver individual and group occupational therapy programmes
Work collaboratively within a trans-disciplinary team
Assess and recommend specialist equipment and environmental adaptations
Support seating assessments and solutions
Promote active learning and independence in self-care skills
Assess access to technology and communication support systems
Contribute to moving and handling and eating and drinking plans
Write professional reports and maintain accurate records
Attend reviews and liaise with families and external professionals
Support staff training and development
Ensure students are treated with dignity, respect and autonomy at all times
What We're Looking For
Essential
Degree in Occupational Therapy
HCPC Registration
Experience working with neurological impairment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to assess occupational performance and develop clear treatment plans
A flexible, child-centred and collaborative approach
Desirable
RCOT Membership
Experience working with children and young people
Sensory Integration knowledge
Hand splinting experience
Knowledge of specialist equipment and adaptations
Experience working within multi-disciplinary teams
Why Join Ingfield Manor School?
At Ingfield Manor, staff are valued, supported and encouraged to grow professionally. New team members receive a comprehensive induction and training programme, alongside ongoing development opportunities.
Apply Now!
Don’t meet every single requirement? We still encourage you to apply! At Salutem Care and Education, we’re committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment guided by our core values. Your potential and alignment with our values might be exactly what we’re looking for—sometimes more so than your current experience. If you’re excited about the opportunity to grow with us, we’d love to hear from you!
Our Core Values:
➡️Supportive: Helping everyone reach their full potential.
➡️Ambitious: Striving for the best outcomes.
➡️Loyal: Prioritising our staff and the people we support.
➡️Unique: Innovating without compromising quality.
➡️Transparent: Fostering openness and mutual respect.
➡️Engaging: Partnering with everyone involved.
➡️Meaningful: Offering fulfilling opportunities.
Why Choose Us?
✅Emotional Support: 24/7 Employee Assistance, mental health resources, meditation apps, and bereavement support.
✅ Medical Support: Free Online GP access, Health Cash Plan, Cancer Cover, and Menopause support.
✅ Financial Support: Flexible pay with Wagestream, utility bill savings, Money Helper, and Life Assurance.
✅ Physical Support: Online workouts, Cycle to Work scheme, gym discounts, and National Trust activities.
Still not convinced?
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🌍 Named among the Top 100 Global Inspiring Workplaces by Inspiring Workplaces.
♿ Proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer.
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks
Salary description
£18.85 - £23.85 per hour