The past 12 months have been an exciting time for CHAMP, and as we continue to grow, we are now looking for experienced and dynamic paediatric occupational therapists and speech and language therapist, to join our specialist team.
Requirements, Qualifications & Experience
- HCPC registered, or in the process of becoming registered (having applied)
- Degree in Occupational Therapy (OT) / Speech and Language Therapy (SALT)
- Minimum 1 – 1,5 years of work experience in paediatric OT or SALT
- Postgraduate qualification, or enrolled in post-graduate training in one of the following:
> OT: Ayres Sensory Integration (through CLASI or SAISI), DIR Floortime, and/or Neurodevelopmental approaches such as MAES or Bobath, SOS-feeding
> SALT: GLP, DIR Floortime, PECS, Makaton or British Sign Language (BSL), and or/ SOS-feeding
- Strong English oral and written communication skills
- Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, effective time and workload management
Benefits
- Commission and/or salary package available, incl. additional benefits will be tailored to years of commitment
- Supervision and CPD Support: We provide tailored clinical supervision and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities based on your needs and experience. Our commitment to professional growth includes opportunities for CPD through collaboration within a multidisciplinary team (MDT), in-house training sessions, and financial support, including study leave packages, to help you further develop your skills and expertise.
- Right-to-work/Visa Sponsorship: CHAMP is an approved visa sponsor and can employ HCPC-registered therapists or those eligible for HCPC registration through the Skilled Worker visa sponsorship programme.
- CHAMP offers private pension contributions.
Caseload & Working Day
The SALT or OT position is available on a full-time or part-time basis, with a hybrid working model between our brand-new clinic in Wandsworth (SW18) and schools across South West and Central London.
The caseload includes children under 12 with developmental challenges due to factors such as birth complications or diagnoses including Autism, ADHD, Dyspraxia, sensory processing disorders, Dyslexia, Intellectual Disability, Global Developmental Delay, and Down Syndrome.
We prioritise work-life balance and provide full-time therapists with a designated admin day.
Responsibilities
Independent caseload manangement including scheduling and invoicing;
Conduct comprehensive assessments;
Professional and timely report writing;
Creating targeted intervention plans;
Deliver individual and group therapy sessions;
Client-tailored program development;
Multidisciplinary collaboration;
Accurate record keeping;
Teacher, parent and MDT training/workshops;
Excellent communication and relational skills.