An exciting opportunity has arisen for Senior Therapist / Lead Therapist with experience working with children who have SEMH needs to join an outstanding independent therapeutic school. This full-time, permanent role offers excellent benefits and a salary range of £36,000 - £52,000.
As a Senior Therapist / Lead Therapist, you will oversee staff training, manage external referrals (including to CAMHS), and provide direct therapeutic support to families.
You will be responsible for:
* Overseeing the therapeutic curriculum alongside leadership colleagues, ensuring effective and flexible therapy programmes.
* Being the primary contact for families regarding therapy and support.
* Organising and delivering individual and group therapy sessions.
* Conducting initial assessments and implementing tailored therapeutic programmes.
* Managing the development and implementation of therapeutic progress plans in collaboration with the teaching team.
* Planning and leading staff training and delivering refresher therapy sessions.
What we are looking for:
* Previously worked as a Therapist, Occupational Therapist or in a similar role.
* Degree-level qualification and full therapy registration (e.g., BACP).
* Experience working with children and young people in challenging contexts and in specialised therapeutic fields.
* Strong competence in English and mathematics.
* Background working with children with SEN and challenging behaviour in classroom settings.
* Understanding of child development, learning, and SEMH/SEND needs.
What’s on offer:
* Competitive salary.
* Generous Holiday Entitlement.
* Performance-Based Bonuses.
* Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits.
* Provision of Apple MacBook.
* Complimentary Meals and Refreshments.
* Employee Wellbeing Initiatives.
* Access to Reflective Practice and Support.
* Continued Professional Development (CPD) Funding.
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Lead Therapist to advance their career in a supportive and growing organisation.
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