Creative Psychotherapist​/Play Therapist

We are looking for an experienced Psychotherapist to join an established school with a friendly team, multi-disciplinary in-house therapy team, and connected to a nationwide network of specialist therapists and leadership. We welcome applications specialised in trauma‑informed and neuro‑diversity affirming education and therapy. In this exciting role, you will work collaboratively to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils with complex communication needs, autism and associated learning and emotional needs.

You will implement a holistic, therapeutic approach to helping our pupils in their daily lives, ensuring they are safe, comfortable and healthy. Undertaking all aspects of Psychotherapy clinical duties, you will adhere to professional and regulatory guidelines, carrying out specialist individual assessments and interventions, and preparing relevant documentation, including writing reports. A significant element of this role will be working alongside the onsite clinical team to continue to develop the clinical service provision, including providing support and training to staff and parents.

Our well‑established multidisciplinary clinical team maintains a nurturing environment where our pupils can flourish, always putting them at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and our pupils are heard, respected and involved in decisions that affect them wherever possible.

New Barn School forms part of our Acorn Education brand and is an independent specialist day school supporting children and young people aged 6 – 19.

• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
• Appropriate Psychotherapeutic qualification
• Registered member of one or more of the following bodies: HCPC, BACP, BABCP, PTUK, NCPC, UKCP
• Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities
• Experience of working with people with neuro‑divergence and/or complex needs (e.g., complex trauma, neurodevelopmental differences, mental health needs)
• Ability to work independently as agreed under supervision
• Experience of multi‑professional work teams or services within a designated speciality
• Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting
• Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.

We are really proud to say that in 2025, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the sixth year running.

At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of suitable applicants. 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.

You will be working with an ambitious and driven service that’s really going places, supported by an exceptional team of likeminded individuals who are keen to learn from you. You will have the resources and time to implement your strategic vision for therapies as this role will be key to the development of the service. This is an opportunity to enrich the lives of people and make a positive difference, in a role where you have autonomy.

We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and, most importantly, we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue.

• Professional support network
• Contributory Pension
• Employee Rewards Hub – access to discounts, offers and cashback with 100s of retailers
• Career pathways and a dedicated learning and development team
• The Hub – employee discounts, recognition cards, well‑being centre
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Your Wellbeing Matters Programme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Salary Finance
• Family Growth Support – inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.