Job Title: Art Therapist – SEMH – Specialist Education
Salary: £30,000 – £36,000 (DOE)
Hours: Full-time, permanent (Monday to Friday)
Location: London (on-site – covering 2 schools)
Accreditation: HCPC
Are you a creative and compassionate Art Therapist passionate about supporting children and teenagers facing social, emotional, and mental health challenges?
Overview:
We are currently seeking a skilled Art Therapist to join a leading therapeutic school that has been transforming the lives of young people for over 12 years. This is an exceptional opportunity to work in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment where your artistic expertise will directly impact vulnerable students who have experienced profound trauma and adversity.
Their therapeutic schools provides a nurturing space for children and teenagers,who often struggle to thrive in mainstream education. You will play a crucial role in helping them express their emotions and build resilience through creative art practices.
Role Responsibilities:
- As an Art Therapist, your expertise will be essential in delivering effective therapeutic support. Your key responsibilities will include:
- Providing one-to-one and group art therapy sessions focused on emotional expression and regulation.
- Conducting assessments to identify the needs of students and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, including therapists and educators, to support the overall wellbeing of students.
- Facilitating art workshops that promote social interaction and emotional healing.
- Writing assessments and progress reports for annual reviews.
What We’re Looking For:
- A formal degree in Art Therapy and active registration with the HCPC
- Experience working with children and adolescents facing emotional and mental health challenges.
- Newly qualified art therapists with an active HCPC are encouraged to apply; a focus on trauma-informed care is preferred.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a creative, flexible approach to therapy.
Employment Benefits:
- 15 weeks of paid holiday per year
- Healthcare insurance after six months
- Pension scheme
- On-site massage therapists, sound baths, yoga sessions, and reflective practice sessions twice a term
- Free lunch
- Opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive environment
Contact Details:
To apply, or for more information and an informal discussion about this post please contact Georgia Arnold at 02393 877 357 or email garnold@compassltd.co.uk
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