Overview
We are seeking to appoint a Head of Therapy – Integrated Therapy & Wellbeing to lead the development of a new, integrated therapy offer across Oak Tree School and Maiden Erlegh Trust. This is a Trust-wide role spanning special, mainstream and alternative provision settings. The successful candidate will ensure that every learner can communicate, regulate and thrive through high-quality, inclusive and sustainable therapeutic provision.
Key Responsibilities
The postholder will design, implement and evaluate specialist speech, language and therapeutic programmes that remove barriers to learning and enable pupils to access the curriculum and participate fully in school life. They will lead and develop high-quality therapy provision, establish outcome measures, referral and triage systems, and ensure reporting and evaluation processes are aligned to EHCPs, clinical risk, school priorities and service impact. The role includes line management of a multidisciplinary therapy team, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Counsellors, Mental Health Support Workers, Therapy Assistants and trainees.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will hold a recognised Speech and Language Therapy degree qualification or equivalent professional qualification in another relevant profession, such as Occupational Therapy. They will be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council, with a licence to practise, and hold membership or registration with the Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists or another relevant professional body. They will bring strong knowledge of therapeutic interventions, clinical governance, supervision systems, safe operating procedures and outcome-led service development. They will also have the ability to work effectively with pupils, families, colleagues, school leaders, NHS, local authority and other external partners.
Benefits
* Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions, with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Earning Schemes.
* Annual Leave: We offer a generous holiday entitlement, which increases with length of service.
* ME Day: Colleagues may request one additional day’s leave each year to attend a special personal event, such as a child’s sports day or graduation, or a family celebration.
* Professional Development: We offer a comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in our annual Conference, a full day of workshops, networking and learning for all staff.
* Hybrid Working: For eligible roles, we support a flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office-based work where appropriate.
* Perkbox: Colleagues have access to Perkbox, which offers a wide range of discounts and wellness resources and receive 25 Perk points each month which can be exchanged for goods and services.
* Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff, and free eye tests are provided to those who are eligible.
* Employee Assistance Programme: Incorporating discount vouchers, access to 24/7 support and more.
* Mental Health First Aid support.
* Recognition and Community: We regularly celebrate staff achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the TeamMET community.
* Employee Referral Scheme.
Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
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