Principal Therapist – Specialist Autism School

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous holidays

Professional development

Supportive environment

Prime location

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel is seeking a Principal Therapist for a Specialist Autism School in London. The role carries a competitive £54,500 annual salary and focuses on leading therapeutic services, safeguarding, and curriculum development within a dynamic educational setting.

You will supervise therapists, manage budgets, and drive professional development while maintaining strong partnerships with external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership experience in school therapy management, ideally in autism-specific settings.
• Strong clinical expertise with HCPC registration.
• Proven ability to deliver clinical supervision.
• Experience in building and managing partnerships with external stakeholders.
• Commitment to evidence-based and innovative practices in autism therapy.
• Interest in partnerships for research and innovation with academic and corporate sectors.
• Understanding of therapeutic curriculum development and quality assurance in special schools.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee therapeutic interventions while managing team budgets.
• Provide high-quality resources and professional development to the school and therapy teams.
• Foster a positive, cohesive working environment to reduce turnover.
• Advise on safeguarding concerns and lead investigations.
• Contribute to pupil safety profiles and collaborative interventions.
• Guide curriculum development for high-quality specialist teaching.
• Supervise and line-manage therapists and participate in appraisals.
• Audit therapy outcomes and collaborative approaches within the school.
• Support school improvement planning and self-evaluation alongside therapy development.

Skills

Senior leadership

Therapy management

Autism therapy

Clinical supervision

Partnership building

Education

HCPC registration

Job description

Principal Therapist – Specialist Autism School

We are on the hunt for an innovative Principal Therapist to join a thriving Specialist Autism School in London, earning an impressive £54,500.00 annually. Here, you will be a crucial part of an empathetic team dedicated to providing high-quality education and therapy for students with autism. London offers a vibrant setting with its dynamic cultural scene, enticing gastronomy, and a plethora of green spaces perfect for unwinding. This school is committed to nurturing professional growth through continuous professional development and advanced resources, ensuring you can truly excel in this impactful role.

Perks and benefits:

• Competitive Salary: Opportunities to advance your career
• Generous Holidays: Time to recharge and enjoy
• Professional Development: Access to programmes to enhance your skills
• Supportive Environment: A welcoming workplace atmosphere that promotes team collaboration
• Prime Location: The chance to work in the heart of London, with its endless cultural, dining, and entertainment possibilities

What you will do:

• Plan and execute effective therapeutic interventions while managing team budgets
• Provide high-quality resources and continuous professional development to the school and therapy teams
• Foster a positive and cohesive working environment to boost staff engagement and reduce turnover
• Advise on safeguarding concerns, lead management investigations, and recommend safeguarding strategies
• Contribute to the development of pupil safety profiles, ensuring a collaborative approach to interventions
• Guide and resource curriculum development for high-quality specialist teaching
• Supervise and line manage therapists, contributing to joint appraisal processes
• Conduct audits on the quality of therapy outcomes and collaborative approaches in the school
• Manage school improvement planning and self-evaluation alongside therapy development efforts

Person Specification:

• Experience in senior leadership within school therapy management, ideally in autism-specific settings
• Strong clinical expertise with relevant professional registration (e.g., HCPC)
• Proven ability to deliver clinical supervision
• Experience in building and managing partnerships with external stakeholders
• A commitment to evidence-based and innovative practices in autism therapy
• Interest in partnerships for research and innovation with academic and corporate sectors
• An understanding of therapeutic curriculum development and quality assurance in special schools

Situated in the bustling metropolis of London, our location offers an eclectic mix of attractions and opportunities. From picturesque parks to world-renowned museums, the city complements your professional life with a thriving social scene. Working within our team will likewise provide an enriching experience, making this not just a fantastic job, but a fulfilling lifestyle choice as well.