Therapies Lead: Empower Neurodiverse Learners

Forest Bridge School; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Forest Bridge School in Maidenhead, Berkshire, is seeking a Therapies Lead to guide and develop our multidisciplinary therapies provision for autistic pupils. The role combines clinical leadership with strategic impact, advancing wellbeing, communication and engagement across the school day and home settings.

We value neuro-affirming practice and collaboration with families and external professionals. The successful candidate will lead a reflective and evolving team, shaping whole-school therapy

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified therapist (e.g., Occupational Therapist or Speech and Language Therapist).
• Leadership experience or strong ambition to grow into a leadership role.
• Experience working with autistic learners and a strengths-based, person-centred approach.
• Ability to collaborate with educators, families and external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the school therapies provision across the day and at home.
• Shape a strengths-based, person-centred therapeutic approach for pupils.
• Influence strategic direction and ensure therapy is embedded across the school.
• Collaborate with teachers, families and external professionals to co-create inclusive support.

Skills

Leadership

Therapist background

Collaboration

Neurodiversity awareness

Education

Qualified therapist (OT or SLT)

Job description

Forest Bridge School in Maidenhead, Berkshire, is seeking a Therapies Lead to guide and develop our multidisciplinary therapies provision for autistic pupils. The role combines clinical leadership with strategic impact, advancing wellbeing, communication and engagement across the school day and home settings.

We value neuro-affirming practice and collaboration with families and external professionals. The successful candidate will lead a reflective and evolving team, shaping whole-school therapy