Music Therapist
Job summary
An exciting opportunity to work with children and young people through music has arisen. We are looking for an individual with experience of using music therapy interventions to support patients through their therapeutic journey.
You will be proficient in delivering high quality music therapy to children and young people. Experienced in conducting assessments and developing goal oriented, evidence-based interventions.
Main duties of the job
You will be required to collaborate with MDT's and external agencies, contribute to audits, research and service development, maintain accurate records, work in demanding environments including clinics, schools and homes and respond to emotionally distressing situations whilst ensuring safeguarding of children and vulnerable individuals.
About us
To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link:
https://yorkhospitals.pagetiger.com/hdjgxd
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Details
Date posted
18 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
419-7669515-MT-FH
Job locations
York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Music
- Master's level qualification in Music Therapy
- HCPC registration as Music Therapist
- Evidence of post qualification training
Desirable
- oMembership of a special interest group
Experience
Essential
- Experience at managing own caseload
- Experience of Music Therapy individual assessment and interventions relevant to this client group
- Experience of using clinical supervision effectively
- Ability to work flexibly and responsively, providing individual or group assessment and interventions
- Good communication skills in emotive contexts
- Ability to assess suitability for music therapy and make evidence-based recommendations
- Ability to offer Music Therapy interventions to meet the needs of individual and groups with complex needs, including those with complex communication needs
- Ability to identify, monitor and evaluate Music Therapy goals with patients to support recovery and wellbeing
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or in health settings
- Experience of working in Paediatrics and acute hospital settings
- Experience of working in in with teenagers and young people in an acute hospital setting
- Knowledge and experience of music technology and song writing
- Guitar and/or keyboard skills
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in Music
- Master's level qualification in Music Therapy
- HCPC registration as Music Therapist
- Evidence of post qualification training
Desirable
- oMembership of a special interest group
Experience
Essential
- Experience at managing own caseload
- Experience of Music Therapy individual assessment and interventions relevant to this client group
- Experience of using clinical supervision effectively
- Ability to work flexibly and responsively, providing individual or group assessment and interventions
- Good communication skills in emotive contexts
- Ability to assess suitability for music therapy and make evidence-based recommendations
- Ability to offer Music Therapy interventions to meet the needs of individual and groups with complex needs, including those with complex communication needs
- Ability to identify, monitor and evaluate Music Therapy goals with patients to support recovery and wellbeing
Desirable
- Experience of working in the NHS or in health settings
- Experience of working in Paediatrics and acute hospital settings
- Experience of working in in with teenagers and young people in an acute hospital setting
- Knowledge and experience of music technology and song writing
- Guitar and/or keyboard skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Employer's website
https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
York Hospital
Wigginton Road
York
YO31 8HE
Employer's website
Salary range
- £47,810 - £54,710 per year