Contract Type: Full-time Permanent Work Start Date: 16/11/2026 Location: Maidstone, UK Salary: £44,000 - £45,000 per annum Salary will be determined based on experience and position on the Main Pay Range. Hours of work: 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday to Friday (term time only) Step into a Lead Therapist role where you help shape a therapeutic provision from the beginning. Transparency Education is partnered with a new specialist school supporting pupils aged 6 to 14 with complex SEMH needs.
As part of the founding team, you will build an approach where education and therapy work together. You will lead a therapy team, deliver assessment and intervention within your specialism, and help teachers embed therapeutic practice into school life. A two minute walk from Maidstone East station, this is a chance to combine clinical work with leadership. If you want to shape a school from day one, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Help prepare the school's therapeutic provision ahead of opening to pupils Lead and manage members of the therapy team as the Lead Therapist Provide therapeutic assessment and intervention within your professional specialism Work closely with teachers and school leaders to embed therapeutic approaches into everyday practice Contribute to individual support plans and review pupils' progress Maintain appropriate clinical records and uphold professional standards Requirements To be eligible for this role and the stated rate of pay, applicants must have: A relevant professional therapy qualification Current registration with an appropriate professional body, such as HCPC or BACP, depending on discipline Experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs and experiences of trauma Demonstrable leadership skills, including supporting and managing colleagues The Ideal Candidate Will Bring a calm, reflective and child-centred approach to therapeutic work Have a strong understanding of trauma and its impact on wellbeing and learning Show confidence in leading, supporting and developing a therapy team Work collaboratively with education staff, families and other professionals Be enthusiastic about establishing a new therapeutic provision as Lead Therapist Have a genuine commitment to helping pupils feel safe and build trusting relationships
Lead Therapist in Maidstone employer: Transparency Education Limited
Transparency Education Limited is an attractive employer due to its commitment to professional development and a supportive work culture. Employees have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. The company offers competitive salaries and long-term placements, fostering stability and growth in their careers.
Contact Details:
Transparency Education Limited Recruitment Team
