Therapies Lead

A highly regarded special free school in Maidenhead, Berkshire, for children and young people with a primary diagnosis of autism, is seeking an innovative and experienced Therapies Lead for September 2026; however, a later start would also be considered. The school delivers an integrated approach that combines ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis), evidence-based therapy, and personalised curriculum pathways to maximise pupil outcomes and preparation for adult life. The school''s motto is "Through Adversity to the Starts" and is recognised for innovation, high expectations, and transformational outcomes for children and young people with autism. The Role The Therapies Lead will provide both clinical and operational leadership for the school''s therapy services, working in partnership with the Head of Therapies. This includes oversight and support of the Speech and Language Therapy (SaLT), Occupational Therapy (OT), and Creative Arts Therapy teams, encompassing Music Therapy, Drama Therapy, and Art Therapy, to meet the needs of pupils with complex learning needs in association with and in addition to autism spectrum disorder. The Therapies Lead, in partnership with the Head of Therapies, will play a key role in the ongoing development, evaluation, and innovation of therapy provision, ensuring services and pathways are effective, evidence-informed, and aligned with the school''s strategic priorities, vision, ethos, and teaching and learning practices. The Therapies Lead will ..... full job details .....