Music therapy jobs in United Kingdom

Situated within beautiful gardens and grounds, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) is a leading national centre of excellence and one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a stunning Grade II listed Victorian building, the RHN provides adult person-centred services across the entire care pathway—from post-acute rehabilitation to end-of-life care—for people with complex neuro-disabilities and their families. Underpinned by a strong research and education framework, the RHN is more than a hospital; it is a vibrant community where residents engage in music, art, and holistic support to achieve the best possible quality of life. Job Title: Fire Risk Management Advisor Responsible to: Head of Estates/Fire Safety Manager Hours: Full Time (36 hours per week) Salary: £50,000-£58,000 depending on experience Location: Putney, London (some hybrid working flexibility) Contract type: Permanent Join the Estates team at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability and play a key role in protecting patients, staff, visitors and infrastructure through expert fire risk management and fire safety training. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced fire safety professional to act as RHN’s competent person for fire risk management, leading on compliance, training, risk assessment and continuous improvement across a complex healthcare environment. Key responsibilities • Lead on fire risk management and support statutory compliance across the RHN estate, • Oversee fire risk assessments, audits and remedial action plans, • Provide specialist technical advice on fire safety, capital projects and building compliance, • Develop and deliver role-specific fire safety training programmes, • Support emergency preparedness, evacuation planning and incident response, • Work closely with clinical teams, estates, contractors and external regulators including the Fire & Rescue Service, • Monitor fire safety performance, analyse trends and contribute to governance reporting. Essential criteria: • Level 4 Diploma in Fire Safety (or working towards), • Level 3 Certificate in Fire Risk Assessment (or equivalent), • At least 12 months’ experience in a fire safety or fire risk management role, • Strong working knowledge of:, • Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005, • Building Regulations 2010, • Fire risk assessment principles and fire safety legislation, • Experience identifying and managing complex fire risks, • Experience developing or delivering fire safety training programmes, • Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, • Proficient in Microsoft Office / Microsoft 365 This role offers the chance to make a meaningful impact within a specialist healthcare organisation while working collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams. Why the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability is a great place to work: Generous Annual Leave entitlement Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UK’s only hospital with its own kiln)! Draw down a percentage of your monthly wages a few weeks early to help with unexpected costs. Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union. Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Women’s network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce – most recently we had a South East Asian celebration. Free on-site parking (rare in London!) More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more. Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role, you must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are unable to offer sponsorship to applicants currently. RHN is a care provider for vulnerable patients at extreme risk. In consequence, safeguarding patients will always be our highest priority. RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team The RHN recognise the importance in addressing environmental sustainability and we strive to contribute to reducing our carbon footprint. We are proud to be Disability Confident Employer and we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from disabled people and will make reasonable adjustments to support you through the recruitment process and in the workplace. We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the advertised closing date if a sufficient response is received.

Practitioner Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities include: • Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment, • Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support, • Provide clinical supervision to the team, • Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs, • Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team, • Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. • HCPC Registration is essential, • Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology, • Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in, • Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision, • Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement, • Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise, • Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents, • Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer • 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service, • Employer Pension Contribution, • Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card, • Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more, • Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work, • Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans, • Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling, • Life Assurance Scheme, • Cycle-to-work scheme, • Annual Staff Awards, • EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

A SEN college in Sutton is seeking a dedicated individual to support students aged 16+ with their communication, social skills, and physical development. This is a full-time role (Monday to Thursday) starting immediately, with the opportunity for a permanent contract. The Role Support: Work 1:1 with students to improve their speech, motor skills, and social interactions. Curriculum: Assist in a variety of sessions, including swimming, music, art, sports, and cooking. Environment: Work within small classes of 5-8 students, focusing on essential life skills. Collaboration: Partner with therapy teams, including speech therapists and animal-assisted therapy. Candidate Requirements Commitment: Applicants must be able to commit to the role until at least December 2026. Experience: Previous experience working with children or young adults in the UK within the last 3 years is required. References: Candidates must provide satisfactory professional references covering their recent work or training history. Qualities: A patient, positive, and encouraging approach is essential to help students engage with learning and their peers. Benefits Training: Access to ongoing professional development and on-the-job training. Location: The college is centrally located in Sutton and is easily accessible via public transport. Career Growth: This is a long-term position offering a stable path into a permanent education career. Reeson Education: Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence. We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London. Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults. Please note, where a salary or daily rate range is stated, the higher rate applies to candidates who meet the enhanced experience, training or qualification requirements specified within the advert. All daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%

SEN Teaching Assistant - Graduate Opportunity Location: CroydonStart Date: JulyContract: Full-time Are you a Psychology graduate or someone with a creative background looking to start a meaningful career in education? We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Croydon. This is an excellent graduate opportunity where no previous experience is required-just enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a difference. Ideal for Graduates In: • Psychology, • Creative subjects (Art, Drama, Music, Design, etc.), • Education, Social Sciences, or related fields What You'll Do:, • Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN), • Work 1:1 and in small groups to promote learning and wellbeing, • Use creativity and initiative to engage and motivate learners, • Work closely with teachers and SEN professionals We're Looking For Someone Who Is:, • Passionate about supporting children and young people, • Patient, positive, and proactive, • Keen to gain hands-on experience in education or SEN, • A graduate (degree required) What's On Offer:, • A fantastic entry-level role in education, • Full training and ongoing support, • Valuable experience for careers in teaching, psychology, therapy, or SEN, • Supportive school environment Apply now to start your SEN journey this July!

Position: Lead Activities Coordinator Location: Enfield, North London Pay rate: £16.80 per hour, progressing to £17.10 per hour after probation Hours: Full time Careermakers are recruiting for an experienced Lead Activities Coordinator to join a well-established, medium bedded Residential Home. As a Lead Activities Coordinator you will play a pivotal role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by developing and delivering an engaging, inclusive, and meaningful activities programme. You will be joining a well-managed home that is part of a leading care provider, offering excellent support and clear opportunities for career progression. Benefits as a Lead Activities Coordinator: Competitive pay increase with longevity Generous paid annual leave Ongoing support & developmental opportunities Supportive senior management Onsite free parking Recognition & reward schemes Responsibilities as a Lead Activities Coordinator: Plan and deliver a varied, person-centred activities programme Lead and support the activities team to ensure high-quality delivery Encourage resident engagement to promote wellbeing and independence Requirements as a Lead Activities Coordinator: Qualification in social care, recreational therapy, or Occupational Therapy Additional certification in arts, music, or community engagement Knowledge of NAPA training Are you an experienced Lead Activities Coo...

PMLD Teacher – Newham - MPS - Long term to permanent - PAYE only - £165- 240 per day Are you a PMLD / SEN Teacher with an interest in joining an Outstanding SEN school from the new academic year? This position is a fantastic opportunity for a PMLD Teacher to start a rewarding teaching role in an SEN school located in London Borough of Newham for September Brief overview: • PMLD Teacher, • An Special school where the curriculum is learner centred and offers multiple pathways, • Teaching SEN children and young people with Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD) and Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD) & Medical Needs, • Fully qualified mainstream primary and secondary teachers with an interest in moving into a SEN school are encouraged to apply, • Friendly and supportive environment, • Temp to permanent opportunity, • A school that has been accredited for staff development for over 20 years, • Extensive therapy team including OT, SaLT, Music therapy, Physiotherapist About the SEND specialist school • Outstanding and prestigious SEN school in London Borough of Newham, • Offers education to pupils Severe to Profound Multiple Learning Difficulties (SLD/PMLD), Medical Needs, Physical Disabilities, • Focuses on individual pupils&rsquo...

SEN Teaching Assistant - Graduate Opportunity 🌟 Location: Croydon Start Date: July Contract: Full-time Are you a Psychology graduate or someone with a creative background looking to start a meaningful career in education? We are seeking a passionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join a supportive school in Croydon. This is an excellent graduate opportunity where no previous experience is required-just enthusiasm, empathy, and a genuine desire to make a difference. 🧠 Ideal for Graduates In: Psychology Creative subjects (Art, Drama, Music, Design, etc.) Education, Social Sciences, or related fields 💡 What You'll Do: Support pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Work 1:1 and in small groups to promote learning and wellbeing Use creativity and initiative to engage and motivate learners Work closely with teachers and SEN professionals ✅ We're Looking For Someone Who Is: Passionate about supporting children and young people Patient, positive, and proactive Keen to gain hands-on experience in education or SEN A graduate (degree required) 🎓 What's On Offer: A fantastic entry-level role in education Full training and ongoing support Valuable experience for careers in teaching, psychology, therapy, or SEN Supportive school environment📩 Apply now to start your SEN journey this July...

SEN Music Teacher Tower Hamlets MPS1-MPS6 September 2026 Start | Full-Time | Permanent Are you a creative and passionate Music Teacher who wants to make a real difference within a specialist SEN school? A highly regarded SEN school in Tower Hamlets is looking for a dedicated SEN Music Teacher to join their team from September 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity for a teacher who can use music to inspire, engage and support pupils with a wide range of additional needs. The school is looking for someone who can deliver fun, structured and accessible Music lessons while helping pupils develop confidence, communication skills, creativity and self-expression. The Role As a SEN Music Teacher, you will: Teach Music across a specialist SEN settingPlan and deliver engaging, practical and accessible Music lessonsSupport pupils with a range of needs, including ASD, communication needs and complex learning needsUse music to promote confidence, social interaction and emotional expressionWork closely with experienced Teachers, Teaching Assistants and therapy teamsAdapt lessons to meet individual pupil needs and EHCP targetsCreate a calm, nurturing and positive learning environment The School Specialist SEN school based in Tower HamletsWarm, inclusive and supportive environmentExcell...

The Lead Activities Coordinator is a pivotal role within our client’s Care Home, responsi- ble for enhancing the quality of life for residents through the development and implementation of engaging and meaningful activities. This position requires a passionate and creative individual who can design an inclusive activity programme that caters to the diverse interests and abilities of older adults. The job holder will build connections with the wider community, engage volunteers, and ensure that all activities foster social interaction, physical engagement and cognitive stimulation. This role is crucial in creating a vibrant, supportive environment where residents feel val-ued, connected and engaged. Qualifications • A relevant qualification in social care, recreational therapy or a related field e.g. Level 3 (QCF) Supporting the Activities Provision, or degree in Occupational Therapy or similar desired • At least one additional certification in arts/music therapy/community or engagement /music Experience • Proven experience in planning and implementing activities or programmes for people. • Background in coordinating events or programmes in a health or social care environ-ment. • Experience in leading group activities or workshops. Benefits • Pension Scheme • Training & Development / Study Support • Blue Light Discount Eligibility • Employee Reward & Recog...

Music is another big part of his life - he loves listening, sharing, and joining in the fun! About the Role: Personal care & hygiene support Moving & handling assistance Medication administration & therapy support Admin & record-keeping Supporting social outings & activities No Experience? No Proble

Merrifield Consultants are delighted to be partnering with a musical charity that strives to change lives, supporting their search for an exceptional Marketing and Communications Officer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a purpose‑driven organisation using the power of music to enrich lives and build meaningful connections with supporters and communities. Summary of the role You will support multi‑channel marketing and communications activity across the organisation, helping to deliver impactful campaigns, compelling storytelling and strong brand presence. You'll work closely with colleagues to produce engaging content, coordinate activity and champion consistent, accessible communications. This is a creative, fast‑paced role where your work will directly contribute to growing awareness, engagement and income. Details of the role Job title: Marketing and Communications Officer Salary: £35,499 + £1,500 London weighting (where applicable) Contract: Permanent Working hours: 40 hours per week (some evenings/weekends as required) Location: London / Hybrid (minimum two days per week in the office) Reports to: Marketing Manager You will join a collaborative Engagement & Communications team dedicated to telling powerful stories, inspiring supporters and showcasing the transformative impact of music. The organisation champions an inclusive, people‑first culture, offering flexibility, professional development and a workplace where you can truly belong. Responsibilities Brand guardianship - ensuring consistency across all materials, digital channels and organisational communications. Marketing delivery - supporting the Marketing Manager with campaigns, events, fundraising appeals, automation journeys and KPI tracking. Impact storytelling - sourcing stories, drafting case studies, capturing content (with consent) and bringing the charity's work to life. Copywriting - producing accessible, inclusive content for stewardship, supporter updates and organisational communications. Collateral management - overseeing the creation and maintenance of marketing materials and coordinating external designers or freelancers. Fundraising marketing - delivering activity for community fundraising, challenge events, legacy campaigns and donor engagement. Event promotion - driving engagement for annual events through email, PR, ticketing and digital activity. Business development support - contributing to thought‑leadership content and supporting conferences with materials and presentations. Cross‑team collaboration - working with programme and central teams to ensure clear, consistent messaging. Inbox and admin support - managing the communications inbox and supporting colleagues during leave periods.Person specification Understanding of multi‑channel marketing and how to tailor messages to different audiences. Events knowledge and ability to support activity in fast‑paced environments. Strong communication skills, confident working with internal and external stakeholders. Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines. Excellent copywriting, proof‑reading and editing skills. Creative, story‑led approach to content development. Awareness of marcomms trends and enthusiasm for events and campaigns.Essential Delivering marketing plans for events, awareness, engagement or fundraising. Managing multiple projects simultaneously. Collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external partners.Desirable Interest in music or music therapy and a passion for the power of music to enrich lives. Please apply today to be considered. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout

Teaching Assistant – Primary SEMH School – Southwark Location – Immeidate Start *Teaching Assistant required for Primary SEMH School *Teaching Assistant required for Southwark location *Teaching Assistant required to support students on a 1:1 basis *Teaching Assistant required for intervention and classroom setting *Teaching Assistant must be available immediately *Team Teach highly desirable for this Teaching Assistant role The Role – Teaching Assistant We are looking for a confident and experienced Teaching Assistant to join a dynamic Primary SEMH school on a long-term basis. This is a rewarding Teaching Assistant opportunity to make a real difference, providing both 1:1 intervention and in-class support for pupils with SEMH, ASD, and challenging behaviour. In this Teaching Assistant role, you will play a key part in helping pupils engage with their learning, manage their emotions, and develop positive behaviours. As a Teaching Assistant you will work closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored support, both academically and emotionally, ensuring each child is supported to reach their full potential. The ideal Teaching Assistant will be calm, resilient, and patient, with a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs. A proactive approach and the ability to build strong, trusting relationships are essential. Team Teach training is highly desirable for this Teaching Assistant role. The School – Teaching Assistant This Southwark-based specialist primary setting supports children with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Pupils often face challenges with emotional regulation, communication, and building relationships, with behaviour understood as a form of communication. Many have experienced adverse childhood experiences and may have been excluded from mainstream education, arriving with low confidence and disengagement from learning. The school provides a small, nurturing, and therapeutic environment, with classes of around eight pupils and a strong focus on personalised, creative teaching approaches. Alongside the National Curriculum, pupils benefit from a range of therapeutic support, including art and music therapy, ELSA, and speech and language interventions. The dedicated staff team are committed to rebuilding confidence, supporting emotional wellbeing, and helping every child re-engage and succeed in their learning journey. If this Teaching Assistant role sounds like the job for you get in touch with Katie at Education First Recruitment