Self Employed Therapist

Polaris Community; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A therapeutic support organization in the UK seeks self-employed Therapists to deliver psychotherapy to children and young people. This role offers flexible hours with competitive pay based on experience and accreditation, providing opportunities for professional development through supervision and training.

Benefits

Supervision and training provided

Opportunities for professional development

Paid time for administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people in therapy.
• Postgraduate qualification in psychotherapy or clinical psychology.
• Ability to maintain GDPR-compliant documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct therapy sessions and consultations with children.
• Engage in supervision and training.
• Utilize evidence-based practices in therapy.

Skills

Experience with children

Effective communication

Knowledge of trauma-informed practices

Collaboration skills

Education

Postgraduate psychotherapy or clinical psychology

Job description

Location: Across centres in Kent, Hampshire, Sussex (Battle, Burgess Hill, South London, Enfield), Chesham, Milton Keynes, Bromsgrove, and Wisbech

Position: Therapeutic Therapist (Self-employed, Contract per case basis)

Salary:
- 0–100hrs (Placement): Insurance and supervision provided
- 100–450hrs (Towards accreditation): £25/hr + supervision
- 450hrs+ (UKCP/BACP accredited): £55/hr

About Us

Established in 1987, we are the UK’s first independent foster care agency with over 30 years of experience, dedicated to providing specialist support to children with challenging backgrounds through an integrated, therapeutic approach. Our services include social work, fostering advice, education, and therapy, all aimed at supporting children and foster families in a trauma-informed manner.

We are seeking new therapists to join our team on a self-employed basis, delivering psychotherapy to children and young people across our centres in Kent, Hampshire, Sussex, South London, Enfield, Chesham, Milton Keynes, Bromsgrove, and Wisbech. Caseloads involve up to 8 hours per month per case, including therapy sessions, consultations, case management, and supervision. Opportunities also exist for contributing to training and service development.

What We Offer

A unique environment emphasizing depth, continuity, and collaboration, with all resources provided onsite. Join a multidisciplinary team rooted in relational and therapeutic diversity, working closely with foster parents and contributing to training. Access to specialists in trauma, neurodiversity, and safeguarding enhances clinical work. We prioritize professional development through supervision, CPD sessions, social gatherings, and industry-leading training, including The Therapeutic Pathway Training. Paid time for administrative tasks is included.

Vacancies

• Postgraduate psychotherapy placement trainees (50-100hrs)
• Newly qualified psychotherapists (working towards 450hrs)

Different pay rates apply depending on experience and accreditation:

• 0-100hrs: Placement, supervision provided
• 100-450hrs: £25/hr, supervision provided
• 450hrs+: £55/hr, UKCP/BACP accredited

Responsibilities

• Conduct core therapy activities with children and young people, including assessments, consultations, and attending meetings.
• Engage proactively in supervision, training, and development.
• Utilize evidence-based practices, understanding attachment, trauma, neurodiversity, and developmental issues, and communicate effectively with children, families, and professionals.
• Maintain GDPR-compliant records and documentation.

Requirements

• Postgraduate psychotherapy or clinical psychology trainee, or qualified therapist with registration
• Experience working with children with trauma or in care, and supporting SEMH needs
• Effective multidisciplinary team working and confidentiality adherence
• Resilient, flexible, collaborative, and able to handle challenging situations
• Valid driving license and access to vehicle; willingness to undergo DBS check (cost covered)