Lead Clinician - Occupational Therapist (Great Barr, Birmingham)

Job description

Job DescriptionJoin Our Team as a Lead Clinician – Occupational Therapist!

Are you ready to take your clinical career to the next level? At OFG, we offer you the chance to grow and develop while working in a friendly, multidisciplinary team within a rewarding educational setting. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we want to hear from you!

Imagine being part of a dynamic environment where you can:

• Participate in exciting research projects and special interest groups.
• Engage with a wider clinical network that meets regularly for training and development.
• Work flexibly and creatively to deliver specialist assessments and interventions that foster independence.

And how about joining a company recognized as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for six consecutive years? At OFG, we value your time and encourage you to enjoy those special moments and hobbies outside of work.

Job Details

Job Title: Lead Clinician – Occupational Therapist

Location: Care First - Great Barr, B42 1DY, Manor Farm WS4 1EU & Silica Road, B77 4DT Birmingham (covering 3 sites)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

Contract: Permanent (52 weeks)

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

The Role

As our Lead Clinician – Occupational Therapist, you will manage our in-house Clinical Team, collaborating closely with the school’s Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Regional Clinical Lead. Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the clinical team while managing your own therapy caseload.
• Delivering bespoke assessment and intervention plans for students with complex needs, including autism and other neurodivergent profiles.
• Focusing on meeting the needs outlined in EHCP plans through targeted clinical practices.
• Coordinating the line management of onsite clinical team members and leading service development.

Our Clinical Teams prioritize a person-centred, empowering approach, ensuring that the students we support are always at the forefront of our efforts. We maintain a strong safeguarding culture, where every student is heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them.

About Outcomes First Group

At OFG, we believe that every student is unique, and education should be tailored to their individual needs. With over 20 years of experience, we understand how personalized education can lead to improved outcomes. Our commitment to combining educational and clinical expertise with innovation ensures that every student has the opportunity to thrive.

We are ambitious for every student, helping them achieve academically while discovering their strengths and developing the skills they need for life beyond school.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive and innovative team.
• Enjoy a flexible work environment that values your contributions.
• Access opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you share our vision of using innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes for students, we encourage you to apply!

Essential Criteria:

• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.
• Relevant qualifications and experience in Occupational Therapy.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

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

Join us in making a difference—every student, every pathway, every future!

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

birmingham (great barr)

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

24-10-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English