Job Introduction
We are seeking an enthusiastic, skilled and motivated therapist to join our team of experienced and dynamic practitioners within the Inclusive Education Trust.
We are particularly interested in hearing from therapists with a recognised qualification, specialist training or a strong professional interest in creative play and/or arts therapies, who can provide high-quality individual and/or group therapeutic interventions to children and young people.
The successful candidate will have relevant training and experience in working with children and young people experiencing Social, Emotional, Behavioural and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a strong understanding of the educational environment and the diverse needs of young people.
In addition to your specialist therapeutic expertise, you will demonstrate:
● Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
● Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
● The ability to work collaboratively with children, young people, education staff and other professionals.
● Effective, accurate and accountable record management.
● A professional, reliable and flexible approach to delivering therapeutic services.
This is an exciting opportunity for both experienced and newly qualified therapists to become part of a growing and supportive service. We offer competitive day rates and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to the emotional wellbeing, development and educational experiences of children and young people.
The role will be offered on a contract-for-services basis, with therapists working on a self-employed basis.
If you are passionate about helping young people thrive and would like to be part of a growing, inclusive and creative therapeutic service, we would be delighted to hear from you.
For further information/role requirements please contact Becky Bonham-Carter, Head of Therapeutic Service, at bbonhamcarter@ietmat.co.uk
For a copy of the job profile or to apply please follow the link to the My New Term website https://mynewterm.com/jobs/152109/EDV-2026-RS-92006
Safer Recruitment
The Trust is an equal opportunities employer and wholeheartedly supports the principle of equal opportunities for all its employees and for all applicants for employment. It is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosing and Barring checks along with other relevant pre-employment checks. Please be aware; to comply with KCSIE 2026, all applicants consent by completing their application, to a preliminary online search of their name to identify any safeguarding considerations to be discussed at interview. We can only consider applicants who hold the right to work in the United Kingdom.
