Music therapy jobs in United Kingdom

Senior Mental Health Practitioner \n Location: London | Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) \n Contract Type: Full-Time \n Salary: NHS Band 7 \n Start Date: As soon as possible \n About the Role \n We are recruiting a compassionate and experienced Senior Mental Health Practitioner to join the CNWL’s Children and Young People’s Mental Health Services. \n This role forms part of the national Transforming Children and Young People’s Mental Health Programme (Green Paper initiative), supporting children and young people experiencing mild to moderate mental health difficulties within educational settings. \n You will work collaboratively with schools, colleges, families, and multidisciplinary professionals to provide evidence-based interventions and promote a whole-school approach to emotional wellbeing. \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • \n Deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people experiencing: \n \n • \n Anxiety \n • \n Low mood \n • \n Behavioural difficulties \n \n • \n Carry out mental health assessments, risk assessments, care planning, and reviews \n • \n Hold a caseload of children and young people with mild to moderate mental health presentations \n • \n Provide individual and group interventions in line with CYP-IAPT principles \n • \n Support schools and colleges to develop and embed a whole-school approach to mental health and wellbeing \n • \n Offer consultation, guidance, and support to education staff and external professionals \n • \n Provide supervision and support to Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) and trainee staff \n • \n Support safeguarding processes and escalate concerns appropriately \n • \n Contribute to service development, audits, outcome monitoring, and quality improvement initiatives \n • \n Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation and outcome measures \n\n What We’re Looking ForEssential \n\n • \n Relevant professional qualification in: \n \n • \n Mental Health Nursing \n • \n Social Work \n • \n Occupational Therapy \n • \n Art, Drama, or Music Therapy \n • \n Learning Disability Nursing \n • \n OR substantial post-qualified experience as a CWP or EMHP \n \n • \n Registration with an appropriate professional body \n • \n Extensive experience working within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) \n • \n Experience delivering evidence-based CBT interventions for mild to moderate mental health difficulties \n • \n Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience \n • \n Excellent communication, assessment, and organisational skills \n • \n Ability to work collaboratively across education and healthcare settings \n\n Desirable \n\n • \n Formal CBT or CYP-IAPT training \n • \n Experience delivering psychoeducational workshops or therapy groups \n • \n Experience working directly with schools and educational settings \n • \n Experience providing clinical supervision or training to staff \n\n Why Join CNWL? \n\n • \n Be part of a nationally recognised and expanding MHST service \n • \n Work within a supportive and collaborative CAMHS environment \n • \n Access ongoing training, supervision, and professional development \n • \n Opportunity to contribute to early intervention and prevention work in schools \n • \n Join a Trust committed to Compassion, Respect, Empowerment, and Partnership \n • \n Make a meaningful difference to the emotional wellbeing of children and young people \n

This role is about helping special needs students one-on-one with their words, talking, hand-eye skills, and making friends. The students at this school have a range of needs so a passion for supporting people with additional needs would be ideal You'll work closely with them in different classes like swimming, music, art, and sports. The job starts now or anytime this term. You might also get to work with therapy teams, like dogs and speech therapists. \n Job details: \n\n • \n It's in Sutton. \n • \n It's full-time, Monday to Thursday. \n • \n It's a long-term job with the opportunity to go permanent. \n • \n You'll work with college age pupils - 16+. \n • \n Classes have 5 to 8 students. \n • \n You'll help students learn life skills and make friends. \n • \n You'll help in fun classes like music, art, sports, and cooking. \n • \n You can get training while you work. \n • \n It's easy to get to by public transport. \n\n \n What we're looking for: \n\n • \n You love working with children and young adults. \n • \n You're good at talking and listening. \n • \n You're patient and always positive. \n • \n You're supportive and are able to encourage pupils to engage with learning and eachother. \n\n \n For this role you must be able to commit until January 2025 at a minimum. \n Reeson Education: \n 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. \n We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike. \n 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. \n 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 and expects all staff to share this commitment. \n 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%

Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre)A supportive and creative Primary School based in Tower Hamlets are looking to recruit a confident and creative Graduate Teaching Assistant to support pupils across EYFS, KS1 & KS2.We're specifically looking for candidates with an Arts, Drama, Music, Musical Theatre or Performing Arts background, who have some previous experience working with children, as well as the ability to engage pupils using creative, imaginative and artistic methods.This is a fantastic opportunity for a Creative Graduate who is looking to gain long-term primary school experience before progressing into teaching, therapy, child psychology, SEN or another education-related career.What will this Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant position involve?Working with pupils across EYFS, KS1 & KS2Supporting pupils within lessons, small groups and on a 1:1 basisMay involve supporting pupils with mild SEN, including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia and Speech & Language needsUsing creativity, confidence and imagination to engage pupils across the primary curriculumSupporting pupils with confidence, communication, behaviour, social development and academic progressHelping create a fun, inclusive and engaging learning environmentPlease read on below to find out further details about this Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant opportunity in Tower Hamlets.ABOUT THE ROLECreative Graduate Teaching AssistantWorking with pupils across EYFS, KS1 & KS2Supporting within lessons, small groups and on a 1:1 basisMay involve supporting pupils with mild SEN, including ASD, ADHD, dyslexia and Speech & Language needsUsing creativity and imagination to engage pupils and raise attainmentSupporting pupils with communication, emotional regulation and confidence£110 - £115 per dayFull-time and long-term postSeptember 2026 startFull academic year roleBased in the Borough of Tower HamletsABOUT YOUSome previous experience working with childrenA confident, enthusiastic and resilient personalityCreative and capable of coming up with innovative, engaging and fun ideasA background in Arts, Drama, Music, Musical Theatre, Performing Arts or a related subjectA genuine passion for education and supporting young peoplePatient, nurturing and able to build strong relationships with pupilsIdeal for aspiring Primary Teachers, Drama Therapists, Music Therapists, Play Therapists, Child Psychologists or graduates looking to gain school-based experienceABOUT THE SCHOOLPrimary School based in Tower HamletsSupportive and welcoming staff teamCreative, inclusive and community-focused ethosStrong focus on pupil wellbeing, confidence and personal developmentExcellent training and development opportunities throughout the academic yearFantastic opportunity for creative graduates to gain long-term primary school experienceEasily accessible via public transportIf you are interested in this Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant role, trial days can be arranged immediately.Apply for this Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant position by sending your CV to Josh at EdEx. You will be contacted by your personal consultant if shortlisted.Creative Graduate Teaching Assistant (Arts, Drama & Musical Theatre)INDTATPBN1_UKTJ

Your responsibilities will include: Conducting assessments and delivering therapy sessions Collaborating within the MDT to support patient goals Collecting and reporting outcomes data Creating case studies for marketing and dissemination * Re-establishing music therapy within a setting that

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

This role is about helping special needs students one-on-one with their words, talking, hand-eye skills, and making friends. The students at this school have a range of needs so a passion for supporting people with additional needs would be ideal You'll work closely with them in different classes like swimming, music, art, and sports. The job starts now or anytime this term. You might also get to work with therapy teams, like dogs and speech therapists. Job details: It's in Sutton. It's full-time, Monday to Thursday. It's a long-term job with the opportunity to go permanent. You'll work with college age pupils - 16+. Classes have 5 to 8 students. You'll help students learn life skills and make friends. You'll help in fun classes like music, art, sports, and cooking. You can get training while you work. It's easy to get to by public transport. What we're looking for: You love working with children and young adults. You're good at talking and listening. You're patient and always positive. You're supportive and are able to encourage pupils to engage with learning and eachother. For this role you must be able to commit until January 2025 at a minimum. 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 and expects all staff to share this commitment. 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