Therapeutic Tutor and Trauma Counsellor - Temporary

The Orchard School, Canterbury

• Ref:KCC886-7062-283S
• Posted:22/05/2026
• Pay:KSH + SEN Allowance
• Start Date:September 2026
• App Close Date:02/06/2026 at 10:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

Everyone Matters. Everyone Cares. 

Are you passionate about supporting vulnerable children and young people through both education and therapeutic practice? 

Do you believe that relationships, trust and understanding can transform outcomes for pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs? 

The Orchard School is seeking to appoint a calm, compassionate and adaptable Therapeutic Tutor and Trauma Counsellor to join our growing therapeutic team. 

This is a unique dual-purpose role combining personalised educational support with trauma-informed counselling and therapeutic intervention. 

The successful candidate will deliver core subject learning to pupils both within school and off-site provision, helping children and young people re-engage with learning, rebuild confidence and experience success. 

Alongside tutoring, the role will involve providing therapeutic and trauma-informed counselling support within school, helping pupils develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive relationships. 

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building meaningful relationships and who understands that behaviour is communication. 

Temp - 12 months

3 days per week 9.30am-2.30pm

2 days per week 8.30-3.30pm (inc.30mins unpaid break) 

Total=28 hours per week/38 weeks plus 5 training days

Salary KSH FTE £44194 - Pro-rata £29411.00 + SEN allowance £1541.40 - Pro-rata £1328

Total = £30739

We are looking for someone who: 

• Has experience working with children or young people with SEMH or additional needs 

• Can build strong, trusting and professional relationships 

• Is calm, relational and emotionally resilient 

• Can adapt learning creatively to meet individual pupil needs 

• Has experience in counselling, therapeutic support or trauma-informed practice 

• Is able to work flexibly across school and community settings 

• Holds a full UK driving licence and is confident travelling to off-site locations 

• Shares our commitment to relational and therapeutic practice 

In return, we offer: 

• A supportive and reflective staff team 

• A therapeutic and relational school culture 

• Opportunities for professional development and training 

• The opportunity to make a significant difference to vulnerable pupils 

• A school guided by strong values and clear purpose 

• A team committed to ensuring everyone feels Ready, Respectful and Safe 

At The Orchard School, our Mission, Vision and Values are not just words on paper. They shape our daily practice, relationships and decisions. 

Our values of Trust, Belonging, Aspiration, Voice, Pride and Curiosity underpin everything we do. 

If you are committed to helping children feel safe, valued and successful, we would love to hear from you. 

Visits to the school are warmly welcomed and encouraged. 

The Orchard School 

The Orchard School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, online checks and satisfactory references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. 

Information about the school

The Orchard School is a cross-phase special school for primary and secondary-aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, often alongside associated learning difficulties.

We are proud to be a Therapeutic Thinking and Inclusive school community, guided by The Orchard Way, where relationships come first, behaviour is understood as communication, and every pupil is supported to grow and thrive.

At The Orchard School, Everyone Matters, Everyone Cares. Our Mission, Vision and Values are at the heart of everything we do-shaping our approach to learning, support and personal development. We are committed to nurturing pupils’ social, emotional and mental health through trust, belonging, aspiration, voice, pride and curiosity.

Our pupils come from across East Kent and beyond. They are supported by a dedicated team who work closely with families, professionals and each other to ensure every learner feels safe, valued and empowered to succeed.

We are on an exciting journey of continuous improvement. Join us as we grow together-through compassion, clarity and purpose.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Cherith Stibbe
• Address:Cambridge Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3QQ
• Telephone: 01227 769220
• Email: cstibbe@orchard.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01227 781589