Cognitive Behaviour Therapist/Psychotherapist or Counsellor (2 Days

Pay: GBP12,714 p/a (actual)

Start Date: 1st September 2021

Cognitive Behaviour Therapist/Psychotherapist or Counsellor

(Part-time Mondays & Wednesdays 8.00am-4.00pm Term-Time only, 39 weeks)

We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable CBT Therapist/Psychotherapist, or Counsellor to join our multi-disciplinary team of therapists working with a caseload of students with a wide range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. This role is demanding and challenging, but very rewarding

All of our learners have ECHPs and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. West Heath School work towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood.

All of our learners have EHCP's and as a school we are proud to promote the development of life skills and social development as equal to academic achievement. West Heath School works towards the end goal of helping students re-integrate into mainstream learning and preparation for adulthood. Applicants must be prepared to work in the school environment and occasionally at external locations when required.

Key Requirements

• BABCP/BACP accredited
• Full driving licence and use of own vehicle
• Ready to learn new skills
• Willing to learn teaching strategies and techniques
• Proactive, creative and innovative
• Emotionally robust and resilient
• Flexible, engaging and adaptable

• Free lunch and refreshments as well as free parking onsite
• Employee Assistance Support Line Service
• Regular mentoring and coaching
• Regular training from internal and external experts
• Career progression opportunities
• Pension scheme
• Discounted venue hire for parties/weddings

Working at West Heath School involves close and unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups including children and as such is a regulated activity. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post (including an Enhanced DBS check. Management positions will require a 128 Check).

Closing Date: 28/06/2021 at 16:00

Interviews: TBC

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

"Rebuilding lives through education"

OFSTED outstanding November 2019

West Heath School is an Independent SEN residential school with charity status. We provide a therapeutically informed learning environment for children aged 10-19 who have suffered some form of trauma and are unable to access main stream education. We believe in "rebuilding lives through education", developing life skills and encouraging students to enjoy social activities .

"A fun place to work where social development is valued as much as education"

"The support you receive from the moment you arrive at West Heath School is excellent???"

"Two days are never the same at West Heath School and this certainly keeps you on your toes!"

Our School and all its personnel are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children. This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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