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Cognitive Behaviour Therapist - Term Time - Special Needs Position

West Heath School, Sevenoaks

  • Ref:KCC886-6079-55S
  • Posted:08/10/2019
  • Pay:£18,000 per annum-actual salary
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:25/10/2019 at 14:30
  • Interviews:w/c 4th November 2019

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Cognitive Behaviour Therapist

 (Term-Time only, 39 weeks working 3 days per week)

 Salary- £18,000 per annum- actual salary

 Starting as soon as possible

 We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable Cognitive Behaviour Therapist 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.

 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. 

Key Requirements

 

  • Full driving licence and use of own vehicle
  • BABCP accredited
  • Emotionally robust and resilient
  • Flexible, engaging and adaptable
  • Patient and enthusiastic
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A good team player

 

Benefits

 

  • Free lunch and refreshments as well as free parking onsite
  • Regular mentoring and coaching
  • Regular training from internal and external experts
  • Pension scheme
  • Discounted venue hire for parties/weddings

 Closing Date – Friday 25th October at 2.30pm

Interviews will be held w/c 4th November

Application Form, Job Descriptions and further details are on our website www.westheathschool.com or contact hr@westheathschool.com for further information.

 Please note that we reserve the right to close the advert earlier than the advertised closing date should we find a suitable candidate.

 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.

Information about the school

WEST HEATH SCHOOL

Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent TN13 1SR

“Rebuilding lives through education”

OFSTED outstanding May 2022

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!”

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Nicola Kelly or Chloe Checkley
  • Address:West Heath , Ashgrove Road, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1SR
  • Telephone: 01732 460 553
  • Email: whs.hr@westheathschool.com
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.