Director of Therapeutic Services – CYP

Shire Healthcare are recruiting for an Director of Therapeutic Services (Psychologist) to work within a hybrid role for a nationwide provider of trauma informed Children’s Specialist Education Services.

Role snapshot:

The post holder will leading an established and expanding multidisciplinary team of clinicians. This senior leadership opportunity is offering the chance to shape and influence the strategic direction of therapeutic services across specialist schools nationwide.

The post holder will work closely with with school leaders to champion the integration of therapeutic approaches throughout the curriculum, enabling exceptional outcomes for neurodiverse pupils and those with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, provide strategic leadership for clinical governance. Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing multidisciplinary team, fostering professional growth, collaboration, and service innovation..

The successful candidate will have a strategic minded approach in supporting each service reach their best potential, the candidate appointed will therefore lead and inspire services across England. This will be home based with travel to schools across the country.

Contract type – permanent

Hours – full time

Salary – Equivalent 8c afc – £79,450-£88,250 (dependant on experience)

Experience required:

Psychologists applying will have HCPC registration along with:

– Clinical supervision training and Line management experience

– Leadership and service development experience with multidisciplinary teams across therapeutic disciplines.

-Significant experience working within the SEND sector, with a strong understanding of the needs of children and young people with complex profiles.

– Experience working in a senior role within a large-scale company with multiple locations

Due to the nature of the role a car owner/driver is mandatory

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Vicky Stark, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 11 years of experience, recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus, as our way of saying thank you.

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