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NIST is a managed inclusive school. The Occupational Therapist will be an integral member of our Support Services Team who will use their specialist skills and knowledge to contribute to our multi-tiered system of support (MTSS). The role requires an understanding of cultural diversity and a commitment to supporting student success. As a qualified professional, our Occupational Therapist will work in partnership with teachers, families, school leadership and other allied health professionals to contribute to safe, secure and supportive learning environments for all students.

**Qualifications & Experience**:

- A bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy (essential)
- Current certification as Occupational Therapist by State or National Board (essential)
- Minimum of five years successful professional experience working in either a diverse and inclusive environment and/or international school (desired)

**Professional expectations**:
**The Leadership Beliefs and Principles**
- Start with the belief that people are intelligent, capable, working hard and acting in good faith
- Create an environment based on trust and respect to enable colleagues to function at their highest point of contribution. Advocate and support others within the team
- Seek to be solution oriented, use the school mission and be guided by student achievement
- Value open discussion, aim to develop shared understandings and consensus
- Strive to be transparent, make moral decisions and be fair. Follow-up on decisions and communicate effectively

**Occupational Therapist (OT) Specific Tasks**
- Evaluate student needs by administering assessments for initial referrals and re-evaluations
- Write interpretive reports for parents and/or other service providers
- Prioritize needs and maintain a regular schedule for OT appointments, collect data on progress towards goals, and maintain accurate records
- Develop and monitor the OT programmes based on student needs which may include sensory, motor controls and functional skills
- Collaborate with parents, teachers and the student’s support team on the creation and implementation of individualized education plans (IEP)
- Facilitate and/or contribute to multidisciplinary student support meetings as required
- Provide regular feedback to students, parent/guardians and teachers to support the student in both the school and home environment
- Engage in ongoing professional development to ensure current research-supported Occupational Therapy practices are implemented
- Conduct faculty and parent sessions to promote understanding of occupational therapies
- Contribute to the development of systems and practices that enhance learning and maintain a positive school climate
- Perform other reasonable tasks as assigned by the Director of Support Services

**Leading a Shared Vision**
- Ensure the school’s guiding statements are central to all decisions and influence learning
- Help stakeholders to develop a collective understanding of the priorities and direction of the school
- Maintain high expectations in all areas of the school

**Leading a Culture Focused on Student Wellbeing**
- Promote a culture focused on supporting students to be happy, engaged, empowered, respectful and responsible members of the community
- Ensure the child safeguarding policies are implemented and referred to on a regular basis and maintain a culture where students feel safe, secure and supported to enable them to flourish

**Leading Human Development and Empowerment**
- Support school leaders in their work and encourage whole-school approaches as appropriate
- Ensure a high level of accountability in line with the school’s values and guiding statements
- Create a learning environment with clear norms and expectations, where all stakeholders feel safe and respected
- Lead in a manner that provides a level of predictability and aim to adopt a coaching mindset when working with others
- Support staff within the support services team to foster a culture of collaboration and acknowledge the contributions of others
- Encourage cognitive conflict and empower team members in decision making

**Personal Leadership Resources**
- Serve as a model of professionalism for all members of the community
- Be available and approachable, demonstrating a genuine interest in people
- Create a culture that is optimistic and positive in tone and practice
- Be proactive, identifying areas for improvement beyond the defined scope of the role
- Attend student support meetings and report back as appropriate
- Communicate the school’s aims and values consistently and influence others in maintaining them
- Ensure effective lines of communication are established and convey a strong sense of credibility and competence.

NIST is an ambitious school with a mission to do our best for every student. We have a focus on achievement in the broadest sense, and a collaborative and inquiry-based approach is an expected feature in classrooms and also within the