Creative Arts Therapist

Orchard Hill College; City Of London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading specialist college in London is seeking a Creative Arts Therapist to work three days a week. The role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide a holistic therapeutic approach. Candidates should have an MA in Creative Art Therapy and ideally two years of relevant experience. Salary ranges from £16,218.42 to £19,148.28 actual, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• MA or equivalent qualification in Creative Art Therapy with UK HCPC Registration.
• Ideally 2 years' post-qualification experience with severe learning disabilities.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other Arts therapists and staff.
• Conduct clinical assessments of new students.
• Manage a caseload of 1:1 and group work.

Skills

Creative Art Therapy

Clinical assessment

Team collaboration

Caseload management

Education

MA in Creative Art Therapy

Relevant degree

Job description

Overview

Orchard Hill College is an Outstanding Specialist College (Ofsted, November 2019) offering life-changing learning opportunities to young people and adults with a range of special education needs and/or disabilities. We have eight vibrant community-based College Centres across London and Surrey delivering programmes to meet the needs of over 400 students. Orchard Hill College is part of Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust, an established family of specialist academies and college centres that provide for over 1500 pupils and students with a wide range of learning abilities and additional needs.

We are seeking a Creative Arts Therapist (Music, Drama, Art Therapy) to work for 3 days per week at Orchard Hill College. Students follow a personalised programme, supported by specialist personal tutors, therapists, and nurses, including work and community-based learning opportunities that reflect student aspirations.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other Arts therapists and with the wider multidisciplinary team (MDT) and teaching staff to provide a holistic therapeutic approach.
• Contribute to an integrated, multi-disciplinary team including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Multi-therapy and Health Care Assistants.
• Conduct clinical assessment of new students and manage a caseload of ongoing 1:1 and group work.
• Work autonomously in the role; clinical supervision is partly or wholly funded by the College.

Qualifications and Experience

• MA or equivalent qualification in Creative Art Therapy with UK HCPC Registration, and a degree in a relevant field.
• Ideally 2 years' post-qualification experience, including work with students who have severe/profound and multiple learning disabilities, ASD, and behaviours of concern.
• Ability to work autonomously and within a team; experience with clinical assessment and caseload management.

Additional Details

• Closing date: 1 October 2025
• Interview date: w/c 6 October 2025
• Please note: CV applications cannot be considered. Job shares will be considered.

Location: Sutton, Surrey; Office: Orchard Hill College - Head Office; Salary: Band 6: £16,218.42 - £19,148.28 (Actual) inclusive of London Weighting; FTE £42,823 - £50,559; Hours: 3 days per week; Type: Permanent.