Music Therapist

Role: Music Therapist
Location: Waltham Forest
Hours: Dependant on candidates availability

Are you a passionate Music Therapist looking to make a real impact? We are recruiting for a creative and dedicated therapist to work across two specialist SEN schools within a highly supportive multi-academy trust.

This is a fantastic opportunity to support children and young people with Autism, SEMH, ADHD, sensory impairments, and complex learning needs, using music as a powerful therapeutic tool.

Hours are determind based of the candidates for the roles availability.

The Role:

• Deliver 1:1 and group music therapy sessions aligned with EHCP targets
• Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication, and social development
• Work closely with class teachers, SENCOs, and wider multidisciplinary teams
• Use music to de-escalate behaviour and support engagement in learning
• Track, monitor, and report on student progress
• Create a safe, inclusive, and engaging therapeutic environment

Ideal Candidate:

• Qualified Music Therapist (HCPC registered or equivalent)
• Experience within SEN / SEMH / specialist settings
• Strong understanding of behaviour management and trauma-informed practice
• Confident supporting pupils with complex needs and communication barriers
• Creative, adaptable, and patient approach
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

If you're passionate about supporting young people and want to make a real difference in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Timeplan Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of children and young people and expect all staff to show this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to complete Disclosure and Barring Service declarations in line with Section 115 of the Police Act 1997. You will also be required to provide 2 professional references covering at least the last 2 years, and complete our online application followed by a video or face to face interview. Timeplan education is a committed Equal Opportunities Employer and therefore will not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, ethnicity, disability or sexual orientation."

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