Therapist – Children’s Homes (North East England)

About the role

Join a multidisciplinary clinical team delivering therapeutic support across two children’s homes in Houghton‑Le‑Spring. You will work directly with young people who have complex needs, including developmental trauma, neuro‑developmental conditions and special educational needs.

Key responsibilities

• Provide individualised therapeutic interventions based on clinical assessment and formulation.
• Assess mental health of young people and contribute to personalised care plans.
• Support educational and residential staff to create therapeutic living and learning environments.
• Deliver counselling sessions and give feedback on progress.
• Collaborate with multi‑disciplinary colleagues to ensure joined‑up care.

Required profile

• Qualified therapist with experience working with children and young people.
• Ability to build rapport and engage effectively with vulnerable individuals.
• Commitment to ongoing clinical supervision and professional development.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary £43,453‑£52,493 per year.
• 35 days holiday including bank holidays.
• Full induction, on‑the‑job training and a leading clinical development programme.
• Flexible benefits such as life insurance, medical cover and wellbeing tools.
• Beautiful working environments and a supportive multidisciplinary team.