Job Description

At St Chris, we understand that childhood and adolescence are critical times for emotional growth and mental wellbeing. This role supports students in both primary and secondary as they navigate the complex landscape of identity, relationships, and academic pressures. The therapist creates a safe and confidential space for students to process their emotions and develop coping strategies, thereby reducing barriers to learning and promoting holistic development.

Fees are dependent on skills, knowledge and experience of the individual. Please disclose your hourly rate.

Flexible to meet the needs of our students and the School. Term time only, part time Contract for Services

Key accountabilities and responsibilities of the role:

Targeted Therapeutic Support

Deliver 1:1 therapy sessions that address anxiety, low mood, trauma, self-harm, and identity concerns Facilitate small group interventions focused on resilience, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and peer dynamics Apply neurodiversity-affirming methods, adapting support for students with autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other learning differences Use evidence-based approaches (e.g., CBT, integrative models, creative therapy) tailored to adolescent development

Assessment & Planning

Conduct initial consultations and contribute to multi-agency reviews Design personalised therapy plans aligned to EHCPs, pastoral goals

Collaboration & Advocacy

Liaise with Inclusion Strategy Lead, SENDCo, School Nurse and Wellbeing Lead Contribute to safeguarding, Early Help assessments, and restorative support pathways where appropriate Offer trauma-informed consultation for staff around relational discipline and emotional wellbeing

Monitoring & Evaluation

Keep clear, confidential records of progress and engagement

Additional Duties

Demonstrate a continual commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people To uphold St Chris policies to protect and safeguard pupils in order to secure their health, safety and wellbeing Demonstrate a continual commitment to the promotion of equity, inclusion and diversity initiatives and the sharing of best practice in line with St Chris Equal Opportunities policy and procedures Ensure the highest degree of confidentiality and data protection of all material.
This job description is not contractual or exhaustive but reflects the type and range of tasks, responsibilities and outcomes associated with the role. The post holder will be expected to also complete any tasks, as requested by their manager.

At St Chris, we do things differently to benefit our young people and community. Looking for a new challenge? Looking to have an impact? Searching for a job that gets you thinking ?

Apply for this role at https://www.stchris.co.uk/vacancies

To apply, please complete an application form (we do not accept CVs as an educational institution) and submit this, together with a covering letter to the People team at hr@stchris.co.uk.

Please also complete the Equal Opportunities Monitoring form which will be immediately detached from your application.St Chris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Applicants will be subject to child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

St Chris is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applicants from all suitably qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability or age.

The closing date for applications for this role is 9.00am on Wednesday 27 August 2025.

Interviews will take place on Wednesday 3 September 2025.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person