Music Therapist – Wanstead, East London
Specialist SEN School | Full-Time | Permanent
£40,000 – £45,000 | Immediate or September Start

Are you a qualified Music Therapist looking to make a meaningful impact in a specialist SEN setting?

Do you want to use music as a therapeutic tool to support pupils with complex emotional, social and communication needs?

A specialist SEN school in Wanstead is seeking a skilled and compassionate Music Therapist to support pupils with autism, SEMH, and additional learning needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a multi-disciplinary team, using creative, evidence-based interventions to help pupils regulate emotions, build relationships, and access learning.

You will play a key role in assessing, planning and delivering music therapy sessions, working both 1:1 and in small groups, while collaborating closely with teaching staff, therapists, and external professionals.

Key responsibilities:

Conduct initial assessments and develop individualised music therapy plans
Deliver engaging and therapeutic music sessions (1:1 and small groups)
Support pupils with emotional regulation, communication and social interaction
Work collaboratively with teachers, SENCO and wider therapy teams
Contribute to EHCP targets, reviews and reports
Adapt interventions based on pupil progress and needs
Provide guidance and strategies for staff to support pupils in the classroom

The school offers a nurturing, therapeutic environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, creativity and inclusion, making it ideal for a therapist passionate about holistic education and care.

We are looking for someone who:

Holds a recognised Music Therapy qualification
Is HCPC registered (essential)
Has experience working with children with SEN, particularly ASD and SEMH
Has strong interpersonal and communication skills
Is creative, empathetic and committed to pupil progress

What the school offers:

£40,000 – £45,000 salary
Ongoing CPD and professional development
Supportive multi-disciplinary team
Well-resourced therapeutic environment
A role with genuine, measurable impact

Apply now or send your CV to Stephen at KPI Education to be considered.

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