Psychotherapist

Acorn Care and Education; Ashford; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading special needs education provider is seeking an experienced Psychotherapist to join their Clinical Team at Heath Farm School. This role involves developing assessments and interventions for pupils with complex needs, using a holistic approach to ensure their safety and wellbeing. The organization offers a supportive environment, opportunities for career growth, and the chance to be part of a 4-Day Working Week trial with competitive pay.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Employee discounts

Flexible benefits

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Recognised degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy, registered with BACP or NCPC.
• Minimum Level 7 qualification or Level 5 plus relevant experience.
• Experience working with neurodivergence and complex needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils with complex needs.
• Conduct assessments, interventions, and prepare reports.
• Support and train staff and parents.

Skills

Experience working with neurodivergence and complex needs

Ability to work independently

Working within multi-professional teams

Evidence of ongoing professional development

Education

Recognised degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy

Minimum Level 7 qualification or Level 5 plus relevant experience

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance.

We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!

Job Title: Psychotherapist

Location: Heath Farm School – Kent TN27 0AX

Salary: £41,338 - £52,000 FTE DOE

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday (Part-Time also considered)

Contract: Permanent – Term Time only

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Psychotherapist to join our developing Clinical Team based at Heath Farm School.

You will work collaboratively to deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils with complex communication needs, autism, and associated learning and emotional needs. You will implement a holistic, therapeutic approach, ensuring pupils are safe, comfortable, and healthy. Your duties include conducting assessments, interventions, and preparing reports, along with supporting and training staff and parents.

Our multidisciplinary Clinical Team maintains a nurturing environment, prioritizing safeguarding and involving pupils in decisions affecting them. We aim for excellence in supporting our pupils and building their futures.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education, serving communities across the UK. We are proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years.

Visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Essential Criteria

• Recognised degree in Counselling or Psychotherapy, registered with BACP or NCPC, plus HCPC where applicable
• Minimum Level 7 qualification or Level 5 plus relevant experience
• Experience working with neurodivergence and complex needs
• Ability to work independently and within multi-professional teams
• Evidence of ongoing professional development

What’s in it for you?

Join a driven service with a supportive team, where you can develop your therapies and make a positive impact. We offer a friendly, inclusive environment, opportunities for career growth, and a range of benefits including a contributory pension, employee discounts, flexible benefits, and wellbeing programs.

Note: You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay under the 4DWW trial, subject to successful probation.

For more details, refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Contact: [e-mail]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All successful applicants will undergo DBS checks and social media screening.