Therapist – Music Therapist
Job details
Salary
£40 763 FTE
Role type
Term Time Only
Hours of work
Part time 30 hours per week, term time 39 weeks
Location
Ullenwood
Location status
On site Ullenwood
Contract type
Temporary (Maternity Cover)
Interview date
w/c 28/09/2026
Closing date
27/09/2026
About the role
Students at National Star love making music and many benefit from music therapy to reduce anxiety and stress as well as improving communication and self-expression.
We’re looking for a music therapist to join our Emotional Wellbeing Service working part time (30 hours per week ideally Mon, Weds, Thurs, Fri) term time only to cover a period of maternity leave.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an experienced and highly regarded team of therapists working at the award-winning National Star College in Ullenwood, giving you the chance to learn from other professionals working in the field.
You will be responsible for a caseload of students who will receive one-to-one music therapy, group delivery and and a weekly choir. It goes without saying that you will be dynamic and creative and have a good understanding of some of the issues being faced by young adults with complex physical and learning disabilities.
You will be part of a hugely supportive, growing and dynamic team that has a wide, diverse range of backgrounds including creative arts therapies such as music and drama, talking therapy and clinical psychology and also Positive Behaviour Support.
We expect you to have a MA in music therapy and be registered with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC). Being a member of the British Association for Music Therapy (BAMT) would also be desirable. A strong communicator, you will have the ability to work on your own initiative but also as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
It is likely that you will have worked in an education setting and have experience of supporting people with PMLD, ASD and acquired brain injuries. An understanding of Makaton and intensive interaction would also be desirable.
About us
National Star is a growing charity with more than 1,400 staff based in England and Wales. Established more than 50 years ago, we’ve supported hundreds of young people with disabilities to achieve their potential.
Staff benefits
Fantastic career development opportunities and comprehensive induction programme – theory and practical
Subsidised bus service from central Gloucester and central Cheltenham to Ullenwood (subject to availability)
Award-winning training
Free use of National Star facilities at Ullenwood, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite
Westfield medical cover
Life insurance cover
Employee helpline
Contributory pension scheme
Opportunity to purchase a TOTUM discount card
Employee discounts at attractions, high street retailers, supermarkets, utilities and motoring, plus much more
Last reviewed on 22/09/2026
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Therapist – Music Therapist employer: National Star Foundation
National Star is an exceptional employer, dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment for its staff. With a strong focus on career development, employees benefit from comprehensive training programmes and access to excellent facilities, including a heated indoor swimming pool and fitness suite. Located in Ullenwood, the charity offers unique perks such as subsidised transport and employee discounts, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment while making a difference in the lives of young people with disabilities.
