Specialist Therapist - Children And Adolescents

Almond Care Services; Beckingthorpe; On-site; GBP 69,000 - 76,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Scheme

Travel expenses covered

Job summary

Almond Care Services in Leicestershire seeks an experienced Specialist Therapist to support children and adolescents in a specialist care service. The role involves trauma-informed and attachment-focused therapy, delivering clinical assessments, case formulations and care planning to promote emotional resilience.

The post is part-time (up to 24 hours/week) with a competitive hourly rate (£50-£55) pro rata, and includes travel expenses, leave, and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience working with children in clinical or residential settings.
• Qualified therapist with trauma-informed and attachment-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical assessments and develop case formulations.
• Contribute to therapeutic care planning and risk assessments.
• Deliver specialist clinical interventions informed by trauma and attachment models.
• Develop care plans and contribute to multimodal therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Experience with children

Education

BACP/UKCP/HCPC accreditation

Job description

Specialist Therapist - Children and Adolescents, Leicestershire

£50-£55 per hour (pro rata)

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Specialist Therapist to support children and adolescents within a specialist care service based in Leicestershire. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified therapist who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people and supporting their emotional development through trauma-informed and attachment-focused therapeutic approaches.

Who will you be joining?

You will be joining a supportive, close-knit team dedicated to improving the lives of children and adolescents. As a Specialist Therapist, you will play a key role in supporting the emotional well‑being and development of young people, while also providing guidance and support to care staff.

The role will involve delivering specialist clinical support informed by trauma and attachment models, helping children and young people to develop emotional resilience and achieve positive outcomes. You will undertake clinical assessments, develop case formulations and contribute to therapeutic care planning, ensuring that each young person's individual needs are understood and appropriately supported.

You will also contribute to care plans and risk assessments, using a creative and multimodal approach where required. Therapeutic interventions will be guided by cognitive approaches and the PACE framework (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity and Empathy), supporting the development of safe, trusting relationships and positive emotional experiences.

Benefits & Hours

• Part-time position offering up to 24 hours per week
• Competitive salary of £50-£55 per hour, pro rata
• Up to 28 days of annual leave
• Supportive and close‑knit working environment
• Access to an Employee Assistance Scheme
• Travel expenses covered

What experience will you need?

• A recognised professional qualification and accreditation with BACP, UKCP or an appropriate HCPC‑regulated profession
• At least two years’ experience working with children in a clinical or residential setting
• A genuine passion for improving outcomes and promoting the emotional well‑being of children and young people
• Experience or skills in creative therapies, activity‑based therapies and contributing to therapeutic care plans
• The ability to undertake clinical assessments, develop case formulations and contribute to risk assessments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An up‑to‑date DBS certificate, with registration on the DBS Update Service preferred
• A full driving licence, as the role requires travel throughout the Midlands

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated therapist to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and adolescents while working collaboratively with care staff and other professionals. You will have the opportunity to apply your clinical expertise, develop creative therapeutic interventions and help create a safe, supportive environment where young people can thrive.

If you are passionate about trauma‑informed care, attachment‑focused practice and helping young people achieve positive outcomes, this can be the ideal opportunity for you.

If you have the experience, qualifications and commitment required for this rewarding role,