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Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your speech and language therapy career- all whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding environment? London Children’s Practice is an exciting and creative practice looking for an ambitious Speech and Language Therapist who wants to grow their clinical skills in a strong team environment. We place a high importance on work-life balance, so we offer a Summer Contract that maximises annual leave! We’re also trialling provision for 10% rest every day! Job Title: Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist Location: Regional Role, Surrey/Epsom Salary: Up to £55,000 FTE, dependent on experience – plus a welcome bonus of £2000 (£1000 after successful completion of 3 months and £1000 after successful completion of probation) All experience levels considered – multiple positions available due to growth Hours: 37.5 Hour Week - Flexible working across 6 days (Monday-Saturday) Contract: Permanent - Summer contract – 50 weeks (5 weeks off in summer break, + 22 days holiday) About London Children’s Practice The London Children's Practice is a renowned multidisciplinary hub, with a 15-year legacy of delivering exceptional care to children, young people, and families, both in London and internationally. Our success is built on a foundation of growth, collaboration, diversity, and care, which underpins every aspect of our therapeutic and assessment services. We work in close partnership with schools and Local Authorities, developing tailored packages of support that create meaningful, lasting outcomes. As part of the Outcomes First Group, a recognised leader in exceptional education, The London Children's Practice works with the OFG Momenta Connect brand. Our partnership helps young people overcome educational barriers, engage with their learning, and embrace their unique strengths to find their path. With The London Children's Practice entering a significant phase of growth, now is an exciting time for new employees to join and develop professionally. For more information about the London Children’s Practice, please visit our website: ___ About the role We are seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and motivated Paediatric Occupational Therapist/SALT/Ed Psych to join our expanding multi-disciplinary team and working in our Epsom Clinical Hub in a hybrid school and outpatient clinic setting. As a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist, you will play a vital role in unlocking children and young people's potential by assessing their needs and providing specialised interventions in school based and clinic-based settings. This is achieved by working collaboratively with parents, carers, multidisciplinary and teaching teams across our hub school and clinic setting to ensure that interventions are effectively ?integrated into the young person's daily life. A key function is equipping key adults in that young person's life with the skills to confidently support them in achieving their therapy goals using evidence based delivery models. In your role as a Paediatric Speech and Language Therapist , you will conduct comprehensive assessments of a child or young person's various developmental or learning needs with standardised and non-standardised assessment tools alongside developing and implementing individualised intervention plans and collaborating with teachers, parents, and other professionals to integrate these goals into the child or young person's daily environment. The role also involves evaluating intervention effectiveness, providing training and upskilling to key adults, and maintaining accurate documentation. The therapist will actively participate in multidisciplinary meetings to ensure coordinated care for children and young people with complex needs. You will hold an independent caseload within the outpatient clinic site alongside dedicated work days in the conjoined SEND school setting working collaboratively with the on site therapy team and teaching staff to deliver therapy provision within the learning environment. Location: Momenta Clinical Hub - Epsom Essential Criteria: • BSc or MSc in Speech and Language Therapy., • Experience working within a paediatric setting., • Experience working with EHCPs and SLT provision in a school setting., • Experience working with complex behaviours., • Experience completing assessments for Education, Health, and Care Plans, • Specialist CPD and/or training, • Trauma-Informed care experience At the London Children’s Practice, we provide exceptional care by investing in our team. Here’s what we offer: • Ongoing Professional Development: Access training opportunities that support your career growth and interests., • Comprehensive Wellbeing Support: Prioritise a healthy work-life balance with our dedicated support services and wellness initiatives., • Expert Supervision and Mentoring: Work with experienced practitioners who provide guidance for your paediatric occupational therapy journey., • Structured Clinical Growth: Benefit from regular in-house training, workshops, and supervision to refine your skills., • 5 weeks off in the school summer break, • 22 days of annual leave + years of service allowance, • 1 CPD day to use towards training, • Annual CPD opportunities + Monthly internal CPD provided, • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks, • Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support., • A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits, • 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad, • Cycle to Work Schemes, • Electric Car Purchase Scheme At LCP, we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of people. All successful applicants will be subject to a fully enhanced DBS. Job ref: 297280

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. This role is based at Greenholm School. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties – and was recently rated Good by Ofsted. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children’s homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays * Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we’re looking for will: * Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC * Be a specialist and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs * Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences * Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer * Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative * Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people * Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD * Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital * Be a car driver, as there’s some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Job Title: Pastoral Lead Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7LR Salary: Up to £30,450.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start Date: March 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the Role The Pastoral Lead plays a central role in promoting pupils’ wellbeing, behaviour and personal development across the school. Working closely with the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead and develop the pastoral provision, ensuring that students feel supported, safe and able to engage positively with learning. This is a highly visible, hands-on role that requires strong leadership, calm decision-making and a commitment to inclusive, high-quality pastoral care. You will lead a dedicated pastoral team, support staff in implementing school policies, and provide direct intervention for pupils who require additional emotional or behavioural support. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop the school’s pastoral team under the guidance of the Senior Leadership Team, • Promote pupil wellbeing, positive behaviour and personal development across the school, • Model and support high-quality pastoral interventions in line with school policies, • Provide flexible, on-call support to pupils throughout the school day to enable engagement in learning, • Contribute to and implement Positive Support Plans (PSPs) and risk assessments, ensuring they remain effective and up to date, • Attend daily briefings to share feedback on pupil behaviour, attitudes and planned interventions About You You will have: • Proven experience supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Special Educational Needs (SEN) and complex needs, • Demonstrable experience delivering effective pastoral interventions and leading school initiatives that positively impact student achievement, • Previous experience in a pastoral leadership role Ashley Park is a brand-new independent specialist school for 60 autistic pupils aged 11–19, offering tailored education, care, and support within a safe and supportive environment. Located in Epsom, Surrey, we provide a unique mix of learning opportunities and therapeutic support to meet a wide spectrum of needs and abilities, ensuring every pupil can thrive. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year. Why Join Us? • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Job Title: PE & Outdoor Learning Lead Location: Ashley Park School, Epsom, Surrey, KT18 7LR Salary: Up to £30,450.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata) Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday to Friday Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start Date: March 2026 UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship. About the Role The PE & Outdoor Learning Lead plays a key role in promoting physical wellbeing, healthy lifestyles and positive engagement in learning across Ashley Park–Skylarks School. You will lead the development and delivery of a high-quality, inclusive PE and outdoor learning programme that reflects the needs of all pupils, encourages participation and supports both physical and emotional wellbeing. This role combines high-quality teaching with leadership of PE, outdoor learning and healthy living, creating positive, enjoyable experiences that inspire pupils to be active, confident and motivated. Key Responsibilities • Plan, deliver and monitor a progressive, high-quality PE and outdoor learning curriculum that meets the needs of all pupils, • Increase participation in sport and physical activity across the school, ensuring access and inclusion for every child, • Act as a positive role model, creating a fun, motivating and supportive environment for learning, • Promote healthy living through PE, PSHE and outdoor learning, including the development of mindfulness and wellbeing activities, • Support pupils to develop confidence, independence, teamwork and positive social interaction through physical activity, • Identify and reduce barriers to participation, ensuring all pupils can engage successfully, • Maintain effective links with local sporting clubs, organisations and the wider community to enhance opportunities for pupils You will have: • Degree in Education (desirable), • Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) (desirable), • A good understanding of safeguarding principles and practice, • Knowledge and experience of supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN) Ashley Park is a brand-new independent specialist school for 60 autistic pupils aged 11–19, offering tailored education, care, and support within a safe and supportive environment. Located in Epsom, Surrey, we provide a unique mix of learning opportunities and therapeutic support to meet a wide spectrum of needs and abilities, ensuring every pupil can thrive. For over 19 years Options Autism have provided care and education to pupils, young people and adults with autism, complex needs and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading our sector in setting and delivering new approaches that provide measurable outcomes for those in our care. In 2025, Outcomes First Group was proudly certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year. Why Join Us? • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase contributions, • “Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks, • Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:, • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, • Hundreds of UK and international discounts, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme, • Critical illness cover We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. #1

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements – • Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this, • Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils, • Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour, • Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old, • Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum, • Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Primary Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD #INDH

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements – • Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this, • Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils, • Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour, • Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old, • Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum, • Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Primary Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD #INDH

Our teachers are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. There’s lots of ups and downs, and to some of our young people, sitting through a lesson can be a big win. We call these huge small victories and whilst they may seem small on the surface, they add up to make a big difference. You’ll be working with children and young people with Autistic Spectrum Disorder/Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs. You’ll be there to help them learn, develop their abilities and raise their self-esteem. You will need to be resilient and dedicated, but those huge small victories that you achieve will be something you’re really proud of. It can be a tough journey, but the positive steps forward will more than make up for it. As a Teacher at Witherslack Group, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from in-house psychologists, to teaching assistants and therapy professionals. Your colleagues will be the best at what they do, the school environments will be well-resourced and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you build a rewarding teaching career. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. Having joined the Witherslack Group family in 2022, Lavender Lodge School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education, based in South London. The school meets the needs of pupils with a primary diagnosis of autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted . Skill set requirements – • Must have worked with pupils who are autistic and have previous experience of this, • Needs to be able to communicate in a variety of ways as 70% of our pupils are non-verbal e.g. can use Makaton, picture display symbols – we use PEC’s and PODD, have experience working with non -verbal pupils, • Have worked with pupils who display challenging behaviour but would have the will and desire to support pupils to manage their behaviour and also for you to work to understand the function of the behaviour, • Be flexible to work with pupils from 4 through to 11 years old, • Be able to think outside the box in regards to delivering lessons. We have lots of tools to help support this, but our pupils need a bespoke and accessible curriculum, • Have an awareness of autism strategies such as TEACCH, attention autism and use of PODD and be able to use these in practise We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the education sector. With us, you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays * Progression: If career development is your thing, most of our head teachers and leaders have been promoted from within our group * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Pension: we offer a range of pensions to suit your lifestyle needs including Teachers’ Pension and our very attractive TPS alternative * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. You’ll be more than a Primary Teacher, you’ll be able to connect with our pupils because of: • Your ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others, • Your genuine passion for teaching primary aged children and the impact your subject can have on young lives, • The ability to relate your subject to each pupil and build great relationships with your class, • Your enthusiasm and expertise to build your department, • You’ll also need previous teaching experience and have Qualified Teacher Status At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___ To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD #INDH

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Check out this video on what ___ is like! This role is based at Greenholm School. Having joined Witherslack Group in 2022, Greenholm School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education based in South West London. The school meets the needs of pupils with autism and additional needs such as ADHD, speech and language difficulties, sensory issues and associated behavioural difficulties – and was recently rated Good by Ofsted. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward alary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays * Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Here’s a few things we’ll need from you: * Be a qualified Speech and Language Therapist registered with the HCPC * Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to engage and deliver therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs * Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences * Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer. * Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative * Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. As a specialist provider of education and care for children and young people with special educational needs, we understand the importance of embracing individuality and championing difference- especially when it comes to neurodiversity. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer and are committed to making our recruitment and workplace practices inclusive and accessible. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll be there every step of the way. By building a diverse and inclusive team, we’re better able to support the children, young people and families we serve and ensure every member of our team can thrive, grow, and be their authentic self. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD #INDH

£43,424 - £51,209 (includes paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Lavender Lodge School, 3 days per week. Lavender Lodge school resides within an 18th Century building in the heart of Mitcham. Our pupils come from many different boroughs to attend our school and are lucky to experience ‘a life changing love of learning.’ We are proud of our pupils and our dedicated team and pupils leave us with a sense of achievement. We were recently recognised as Good by Ofsted. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Occupational Therapists work collaboratively within our schools and children’s homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: * Training: A full induction and on the job training * Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays * Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development * Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits ___ * Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance * Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts * Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools ___ * A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we’re looking for will: * Be a qualified Occupational Therapist registered with the HCPC * Have experience and be skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for children and young people with complex needs * Need experience of supporting teams around a child or young person to ensure they are being provided with clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences * Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer. * Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative * Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For a full job description and person specification, please click ___. To view our ex-offenders policy please click ___. To view our Child Protection Policy, please visit the 'Parents and Carers' section of this School/Learning centre. You can find all our Schools ___. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD #INDH

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Clinical Psychologist (Children & Young People) Band 7 / 8a equivalent | Permanent | Progression to Lead 📍 Raynes Park, South West London 💷 Up to £68,000 per annum + monthly performance bonus 🕒 Full-time preferred | Part-time, term-time & flexible working considered Therapy4Kids is a growing, clinician-led, multi-disciplinary paediatric therapy practice in South West London, providing Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Psychology and Psychotherapy services for children and young people. Recently awarded Merton Business Award 2023 – Team of the Year, we are proud of our collaborative culture, clinical excellence and child-centred approach. We are seeking an HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist to join our psychology team in a primarily clinical role, delivering high-quality assessments and therapy to children and young people in our Raynes Park clinic, with some virtual work where appropriate. This role offers a genuine opportunity to progress into a Lead Clinical Psychologist position as the service grows, for clinicians interested in longer-term development. Why join Therapy4Kids? • Permanent role with long-term career progression, • Competitive salary up to £68,000 + monthly performance bonus, • Manageable caseloads and clinically appropriate session lengths, • Strong MDT collaboration and regular supervision, • Extensive CPD, peer support and joint-working opportunities, • Flexible working options including part-time and term-time Experience with ADHD and Autism assessments is welcomed but not essential. If you are a values-driven psychologist looking for a supportive, ethical private practice where you can do meaningful clinical work and grow with the service, we would love to hear from you. 📩 Apply via LinkedIn or contact us for an informal conversation.

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Want to make a difference to your local community? Become a Trustee of Ruils & be the change you want to see! Ruils Independent Living is a local charity that supports Disabled children and adults to live independent lives. We are a small charity with a BIG vision and are looking for new Trustees to help us to remove the barriers Disabled people face. As a user-led charity, we are particularly looking for people with lived experience of Disability, people who have experience of the health & social care system and/or a parent/carer of a Disabled young person. We would also welcome someone with experience in HR and Law. No prior trustee experience is required, we can provide training and mentoring. All you need is enthusiasm, a desire to learn and time to commit to the work of Ruils. All trustees will receive a full Induction and training is available. Travel expenses are also covered. We currently have hybrid meetings and 6 full board meetings per year with the expectation that each Trustee attends one subcommittee every other month. To find out more, please visit our website: Or talk to our chief executive

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Permanent£30,082 Are you an experienced people manager who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment? We’re looking for a confident and compassionate Team Manager to lead a team delivering life-changing health and wellbeing support to adult drug and alcohol users. This is a 9-month fixed-term contract running from March to December 2026, offering the chance to make an immediate impact during a key period for the service. You’ll oversee tailored interventions using harm reduction and abstinence-based approaches, while supporting low-level mental health needs. This is a hands-on leadership role where quality, performance, and people matter. What you’ll be doing • Leading, motivating, and developing a team of practitioners, • Allocating caseloads and managing a small number of complex cases, • Ensuring interventions meet required quality, audit, and inspection standards, • Driving performance against KPIs and contractual targets, • Overseeing rotas, resources, and day-to-day service delivery, • Supporting accurate data collection, reporting, and submission deadlines, • Deputising for the Service Manager when required, • Are an experienced people manager with a collaborative leadership style, • Can balance operational delivery with coaching and development, • Are confident managing performance, quality, and risk, • Thrive in a role with responsibility, autonomy, and trust Please see the attached Job Description for full details We are The Forward Trust, the social enterprise with charitable status that empowers people to break the often interlinked cycles of crime and addiction to move forward with their lives. For more than 25 years we have been working with people to build positive and productive lives, whatever their past. We believe that anyone is capable of lasting change. Our services have supported thousands of people to make positive changes and build productive lives with a job, family, friends and a sense of community. We are committed to our cause and the work we carry out as a charity. Equally the wellbeing and the employees who work for us are also important. Joining us an employee, we will offer you the following benefits - • Flexible working, • Training and development opportunities, • Simply Health Cashback Scheme (optional), • Season Ticket Loan Scheme, • Cycle to work scheme, • Crisis Loan Scheme, • Electric Car Scheme, • 3 x Wellbeing Days (pro rata'd for part time employees), • Access to Blue Light Card, • 25 days (rising to 30 with length of service) Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays, • Contributory Pension Scheme – Employer matched contributions of up to 6% in the first two years’ service and up to 9% thereafter, • Death in Service Payment (2x annual salary) The Forward Trust commits to providing opportunities to everyone. We want to ensure we have a diverse team with a range of lived and professional experiences. This includes those with ‘Lived Experience’ of addiction, offending, or homelessness. When we recruit, we welcome applications from everyone. This is inclusive of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion and/or belief, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity and socio-economic background. Where operationally possible, we will consider flexible working requests and make reasonable adjustments for all roles. To find out more about Forward’s commitment to being an inclusive employer and our current EDI strategy click ___. Employee Screening and Eligibility to Work Dependent on role you may be required to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service Check, details of which will be shared with you at interview. If successful in your application, you will be required to provide eligibility to work evidence in line with the ‘Eligibility to Work in the UK’ requirements. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk. Forward Trust follow safer recruitment practices and support a culture of openness and accountability.

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Children's Home Registered Manager Location: LondonSalary: Base salary £53,000 with the potential to earn up to £60,800 through bonuses.Area Camden are a Good Ofsted regulated business and we are now looking for an experienced, enthusiastic, dedicated, professional Registered Manager for our 4 bed children's home in London. We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2-3 years' management experience and experience of working with young people aged 11-17 who exhibit challenging behaviour. As a company we put our young people first and believe in providing a positive environment where they can grow to their full potential and so the right person would share our values and ethos. We work closely with other appropriate agencies and professionals and the quality and professionalism of our staff is therefore of paramount importance.Main Purpose of Role: Registered Managers are accountable for delivering high quality care to the children and young people resident within the home. This means that they are responsible for delivery of all care services, as well as the strategic planning for developments within the home, and all day to day management matters. They will demonstrate the ability to build on the principles and practice standards expected at Area Camden and proactively contribute to the continuous improvement of childcare standards at Area Camden.Registered Managers are responsible for delivering childcare that is focussed on obtaining the best outcomes for each child and young person within the home. Consequently, they are expected to demonstrate practical leadership in childcare, as well as organise and support staff to provide the best possible care for each young person. This involves being personally available, as well as the supervision and mentoring of staff, organisation of work patterns, and facilitation of care focussed training, and accessing of appropriate services to support the childcare practices within the homeThe ideal candidate would have an NVQ level 5 in Management and a minimum NVQ level 3 Caring for Children and Young People. Experience of managing staff, excellent written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills are essential qualities. Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000 relating to Children's Homes Regulations is required along with safeguarding procedures.While the home manager is employed for 40 per week, they are expected to arrange their own work rota which may involve evening, weekend and night shifts duties. The home manager is wholly responsible for ensuring an appropriate staff presence to meet the childcare needs of the children and young people in the home.The post is subject to a six month probationary period.Annual leave is 32 days per annum this includes Bank Holidays, in the first three years this will increase to an additional day for the first three years.The company has a government workplace pension scheme which can be joined following successful completion of probation period.A mobile phone is available.Ofsted Bonuses- £3000 for an Outstanding report, £1500 for a Good reportFull Occupancy Bonus- £400 per monthA company car or a travel Allowance of £3000The post is subject to three months' notice on either side other than for disciplinary or malpractice issues.Local parking permitThe successful candidate will need to be approved by the appropriate statutory body. Ofsted Person Specification - Registered ManagerIf you feel you have the level of desired commitment, passion, experience, qualifications and you can match all of the criteria for the post, please apply by submitting your CV and intent of interest to us.Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to a DBS check at enhanced level if successful for the position. PandoLogic. Keywords: Child Care Center Director, Location: Croydon, ENG - CR0 0AH

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Package Description: Full-time · Leadership Position We are seeking an inspiring, strategic and highly organised Head of Year 7 to lead our pupils through one of the most exciting and formative stages of their school journey. This is a key pastoral leadership post, ideal for a colleague with vision, empathy and the ability to bring out the very best in young people and staff alike. As Head of Year 7, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring a smooth transition into Senior School and fostering a positive, nurturing and aspirational environment. You will lead a team of Form Tutors, coordinate pastoral provision, monitor academic progress, and champion the wellbeing, safety and personal development of every pupil in your care. This role requires a proactive, visible and approachable leader who can build strong relationships with pupils, staff and parents, and who thrives on the challenges and rewards of pastoral leadership. • Lead and contribute actively to Heads of Year meetings and whole‑school initiatives., • Communicate effectively with Form Tutors and coordinate their work with clarity and purpose., • Manage, monitor and support Tutor performance, addressing issues promptly and constructively., • Oversee Year Assemblies and Form Time, encouraging staff engagement., • Hold regular Year Group meetings (minimum twice per term)., • Ensure high standards of orderliness in Form Rooms, communal areas, lockers and noticeboards., • Contribute to break and lunch duty supervision to ensure a safe and positive environment., • Safeguard pupils in line with KCSIE and Prevent Duty requirements., • Support Form Tutors in all aspects of pastoral care and administrative diligence (including register accuracy)., • Work with Sixth Form Prefects, Form Monitors and pastoral teams to enrich pupil support., • Assist in the planning and delivery of pastoral education across the school., • Encourage Year 7 pupils’ full participation in school life., • Monitor academic progress through assessments, reports and teacher liaison; implement interventions where needed., • Oversee homework, detentions, attendance and punctuality, ensuring effective follow‑up., • Track merits, commendations and rewards; present awards in assemblies., • Liaise with Learning Support and other specialist teams regarding pupils with additional needs., • Promote high standards of self‑regulation, courtesy and behaviour at all times., • Build constructive, positive and professional relationships with parents., • Maintain child‑centred communication around progress, wellbeing and concerns., • Follow up on parental absences from key events., • Share responsibility for Saturday Detentions with Heads of Year and SLT., • Contribute to wider school routines such as lunch duty and off‑games provision., • Prepare and maintain Tutor group lists., • Delegate appropriately to Tutors, ensuring balanced responsibilities., • Undertake pastoral tasks as directed by the Head of Senior School., • Escalate significant concerns promptly., • Support school functions and attend meetings as required., • Engage in ongoing CPD and involvement in relevant professional networks., • Lead the transition of pupils from feeder schools into Year 7., • Liaise with ECS Prep and other feeder schools to gather academic, pastoral and safeguarding information., • Develop early relationships with future pupils (end of Year 5 / start of Year 6)., • Coordinate and attend transition visits in collaboration with Admissions., • Organise and oversee the Year 7 Induction Trip and Residential Summer Term Trip, including staffing and risk assessments., • Manage all documentation for new Year 7 pupils, including academic, pastoral and medical information., • Liaise with specialist staff (Learning Support, HPL, EAL, sports departments) to ensure early identification of needs and strengths., • Share relevant pupil information with Form Tutors and teaching staff., • Lead planning for the first weeks of term, supporting Tutors in establishing strong routines., • Monitor pupils’ pastoral and social adjustment during their first term, working closely with the pastoral and support teams., • Provide strong, visible leadership for the Year 7 cohort., • Work closely with Tutors to identify and support pupils needing additional intervention., • Are passionate about pastoral care and adolescent development., • Communicate with clarity, warmth and authority., • Can lead and inspire a team with confidence and integrity., • Are highly organised, responsive and committed to the wellbeing of young people., • Thrive in a fast‑paced, collaborative school environment. About Ewell Castle School Ewell Castle School is a happy and successful co-educational independent school on the Surrey/London borders, easily accessible by public transport. We are a through school that offers children aged 4 to 18 the benefits of a family-friendly atmosphere whilst maintaining a stimulating and rigorous academic programme. We care about the needs of the individual child and this is facilitated by small class sizes and our personalised approach. Ewell Castle is a private school that oozes charm and character in a green and beautiful enclave. There is widespread affection for the School’s family ethos and we are utterly loyal to our boys and girls, dedicated to inspiring their best achievement, whether in: academic success, sporting excellence or exceptional performing arts. The School’s reputation for an ambitious and personalised approach to each pupil is well founded, as is our excellent reputation for pastoral care, creating a rounded and grounded experience for all. Ewell Castle School’s ideology is to focus our energy on the learning and welfare of our children. What happens in the classroom is the beating heart of the School, stretching and challenging our pupils to achieve more than they thought possible. The School has a vibrant community spirit and is a genuine mixed ability school with a focus on helping every child to thrive.