Creative Arts Therapist, Orchard Hill College – Kingston / Southwark Region

Orchard Hill College; Kingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in England is seeking a Creative Arts Therapist (Music, Drama, Art Therapy) to work 3 days per week. The role involves collaborating with other arts therapists and providing a holistic therapeutic approach for students with diverse needs. Ideal candidates should have a relevant MA, UK HCPC registration, and experience with severe/profound disabilities. Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• UK HCPC Registration required.
• 2 years’ post-qualification experience preferred.
• Experience with students with severe/profound disabilities and ASD.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with other arts therapists.
• Provide holistic therapeutic approach to students.
• Conduct clinical assessments as part of the role.

Skills

Enthusiastic

Flexible

Collaborative

Education

MA in Creative Art Therapy

Relevant degree

Job description

Overview

A vacancy has recently arisen for 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.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, flexible and motivated Arts Therapist who will work collaboratively with other Arts therapists, and with the wider MDT and teaching staff at the College, with the aim of providing a holistic therapeutic approach to their work with students.

The Creative Arts Therapies are part of an integrated, multi-disciplinary team at College, including Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Nurses, Multi-therapy and Health Care Assistants.

Requirements

You will have an MA or equivalent qualification in a Creative Art Therapy with UK HCPC Registration, and a degree in a relevant field. You will ideally have 2 years’ post qualification experience, including experience of working with students who have severe/profound and multiple learning disabilities as well as ASD and behaviours of concern. The scope of the clinical work offered would include clinical assessment.