Are you a passionate, skilled and compassionate Occupational Therapist who believes every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive? Do you want to work somewhere where your expertise has a visible, lasting impact — where independence grows, barriers are reduced, and young people are empowered to succeed in all aspects of their lives?
At Southover, we are looking for a committed Occupational Therapist who brings clinical excellence, creativity and a genuine determination to make a difference. Our students have often experienced disrupted journeys, but with the right therapeutic support, they make exceptional progress — not only academically, but socially, emotionally and functionally.
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, where therapy is fully integrated into the school day. You will play a key role in supporting students with sensory and motor needs, helping staff embed effective strategies, and ensuring every young person can access learning and daily life with confidence.
If you thrive in a dynamic environment where no two days are the same, where relationships are central, and where your professional judgement and innovation are valued, you will feel right at home here.
We are seeking an Occupational Therapist who is committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based interventions, raising aspirations and supporting students to develop the skills they need for lifelong success.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a good school where your work truly matters. You will contribute to a nurturing, ambitious and holistic environment that prioritises the wellbeing and development of every young person.
What we are looking for:
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A qualified Occupational Therapist who will make a real difference
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A skilled clinician with experience of sensory and motor needs
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Someone who is flexible, creative and solution-focused
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A strong relationship-builder with excellent communication skills
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A proactive team player who thrives in a collaborative environment
What we offer:
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A warm, welcoming and supportive working environment where staff wellbeing really matters
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The opportunity to work closely with students and see the direct impact of your interventions
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A committed, multi-disciplinary team who collaborate, support and celebrate each other
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Opportunities to contribute to whole-school practice, training and development
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A highly rewarding role where you can have a transformational impact on young people’s lives
Important information:
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We only accept applications using our application form; CVs cannot be considered
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Southover is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff are expected to share this commitment
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The successful candidate will require an Enhanced DBS Certificate and will be subject to a range of safer recruitment checks
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All staff must comply with data protection responsibilities and adhere to GDPR principles
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We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and operate in full accordance with the Equality Act 2010
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Applicants must have the Right to Work in the UK
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Please note: Depending on application numbers, we may shortlist and interview before the closing date
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Location: Craven Street with hybrid working
Band/Job Level : Band F, Manager/Specialist
Salary: £27,672 (pro rated) £46,120 FTE
A fixed term opportunity has arisen to join the College’s small but friendly Human Resources department for an Interim HR Manager.
This opportunity has been created to enable the team to deliver critical people related projects and activities which support the college’s team members in the delivery of our strategic aims.
Reporting to the Director of People, the key purpose of the role will be to provide HR related project delivery support to the Director of People, managing and working on the delivery of key change projects to HR practices, managing and delivery of staff engagement, training and development and talent management related business as usual. Also to provide employee relations advice and guidance to College managers and staff.
The main responsibilities for the role holder will be:
Staff Engagement
- Lead the SEC (Staff Engagement Committee) in the development, launch of the College’s 12 month Wellbeing Calendar of activities to budget for 2027. Lead also in delivery of the Wellbeing Calendar for 2026.
- Manage and fully engage in monthly Staff Engagement Committee meetings. Ensuring HR is represented, the committee has good representation levels and including chairing on a rota basis with members, researching topics and taking forward initiatives and ensuring resourced.
- Manage set up, chair quarterly staff award panels and communicate winners. Review scheme with SEC as needed.
College Onboarding and probations
- Working with the HR team and other relevant stakeholders and departments to develop the College’s Onboarding (including Induction, to include College, Department, Job related, Safety, IT, Compliance, values and EDI modules together with an opportunity for joiners to meet face to face and network). Also develop clear guides for managers around who covers what and a pack to support delivery and launch once agreed.
Training and Personal Development and Policy Review
- Develop and deliver training to managers on all aspects of recruitment and review recruitment to ensure inclusivity and meeting TIDEMARK standards.
- Working with HR Officer to develop College annual training plan for 2027 including sourcing of external solutions and in house delivery of training to meet College training needs and maximise budget.
- Explore, recommend and develop career development opportunities for staff.
HR Advice and processing cover and oversight
- Manage and advise on complex HR cases and provide advice and guidance to HR Officer in Director of People’s absence as and when required.
- Oversee forecasting/gathering ratings and increments at end of year and costing for budgets
- Manage and implement roll over and change to annual leave and toil entitlements for staff for 2027
- Cover for the HR Officer of HR processing activities as and when required
To be considered for the role candidates will need to be/have:
- CIPD qualified or other relevant qualifications – level 5 upwards or equivalent experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Understanding of effective learning, training and personal development concepts, appraisals, onboarding principles and best practice.
- Experience in managing and delivering HR review projects
- Ability to prioritise, balance long and short term priorities, work on own initiative and work to deadlines.
- Good coaching, stakeholder engagement skills.
- Good level of attention to detail, especially when dealing with HR system design and migration
- Good Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Skills
- Proven experience in providing excellent customer service, influencing, coaching others.
- Experience of providing advice and guidance on complex ER HR issues.
If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an up to date CV along with a brief covering letter that sets out the skills and experience you consider would make you suitable for this position, no later than 24th June 2026. First Interviews will take place in early July at our offices in Craven Street, Second interviews will take place on TEAMS.
Additonal Information
- Typical working hours at the College are 9 am to 5 pm (7 hours, excluding lunch)
We operate a flexible working window from 8 am to 6 pm where you can vary your start and end time (working a 7 hour day).
- We also offer hybrid working (a mixture of home and office working). Typically College staff will work around 20 - 40% of their time at the workplace (whether this is the office at Craven St, or a face to face meeting, event at another business related site or organisation) per week.
Equality and inclusion
The College is committed to providing equal opportunities in employment and to avoiding discrimination. We value the differences that a diverse workforce brings to the organisation. In support of this we follow a fair recruitment process in which shortlisting and other recruitment decisions are made on the basis of skills, competencies and experience demonstrated in the application and interview process. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. If you require a reasonable adjustment to be made to support your application due to a disability or other condition please let us know.
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