Music Therapist

Philosophy Education; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An esteemed education provider in the City of London seeks a part-time Music Therapist to support students with SEND through therapeutic music interventions. The role requires developing personalized treatment plans and collaborating with staff to enhance children's wellbeing in a primary school environment. Applications are welcomed from experienced professionals looking to make a meaningful impact. Immediate start available.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience working with students with SEND and social/cognitive needs.
• Ability to develop personalized treatment plans using music as therapeutic tool.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with staff and caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of children's abilities and challenges.
• Develop individualized treatment plans with musical interventions.
• Utilize music-based activities to achieve therapeutic objectives.
• Document children's progress and adapt treatment plans accordingly.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide holistic support.

Skills

Music Therapy

Assessment Skills

Collaboration

Documentation

Education

Relevant Qualification in Music Therapy

Job description

Part time Music Therapist

One day per week (flexible)

Primary School

Southwark

ASAP start

The Role

You will be required to work with a selection of students with SEND and social/cognitive needs and utilise music as a therapeutic tool to address the needs of the children, and create a personalised treatment plan to improve their wellbeing.

• Assessment: Conduct thorough assessments of children to understand their physical, emotional, cognitive, and social abilities and challenges.
• Treatment Planning: Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that incorporate musical interventions tailored to each child's needs and goals.
• Therapeutic Interventions: Utilize various music‑based activities, such as playing instruments, singing, songwriting, and listening to music, to achieve therapeutic objectives.
• Documentation: Document children's progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other healthcare professionals, staff members, and caregivers to provide holistic care and support for students.

The School

This friendly and welcoming 2-form-entry school is close to Denmark Hill station with excellent transport links. Rated good by Ofsted, the school offers an exciting and engaging place to learn, where pupils make very good progress. There are modern facilities and extended learning areas both indoors and outdoors. The established leadership team sets high standards for both staff and pupils, and all staff have access to professional development opportunities.

If you are an experienced and qualified Music Therapist, looking for a part‑time role in a primary school, please apply ASAP.

We have a policy to respond to all applications within three working days. However, because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to reply to individual enquiries. If we have not contacted you within this specified time your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.