Associate Tutor: Therapeutic Lead

📍 Location: Consilium Evolve
💰 Salary: £27,722.58 - £29,590.21
⏳ Contract and Working Pattern: Grade 6 scale points 13 – 17
📅 Start Date: January 2026

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and proactive Therapeutic Lead to join our dedicated team.
Working closely with the SENDCo and School Counsellor, you will play a vital role in developing and delivering our therapeutic offer to support students’ emotional and social wellbeing.

This role will suit someone who is passionate about mental health, has experience supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health) needs, and is motivated by helping students re-engage with learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver individual and small group therapeutic interventions.
• Monitor and support students’ emotional progress and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with the SENDCo, teaching staff, and external agencies to identify and address SEMH needs.
• Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and carers, supporting home-school communication.
• Contribute to student support plans, record progress, and evaluate the impact of interventions.
• Support students in lessons and provide 1:1 support where needed.
• Promote inclusion, self-esteem, and resilience in all students.
• Be a visible, supportive presence across the school community.

About You

You will be a reflective practitioner who is passionate about supporting young people to overcome barriers and achieve their full potential.

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Empathy, patience, and resilience.
• An understanding of restorative practice and trauma-informed approaches.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people.

Desirable:

• Further training or qualifications in therapeutic interventions or SEMH support.
• Experience working within alternative provision or special education settings.
• A full UK driving licence.

Why Join Us?

At Consilium Evolve, you will join a community that values:

• Professional development through bespoke CPD opportunities.
• Collaboration and support from a dedicated, passionate team.
• A strong culture of trust, inclusion, and respect.
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of young people.

Safeguarding

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and appropriate safeguarding vetting.

Applications and Information

For further information about the role please see attached recruitment pack including, job description and person specification.

If you have any questions about the role or would like to arrange a visit to Consilium Evolve please contact Nicola.Williamson@consilium-at.com

Closing date for applications is 1^st December 2025

Interviews will take place on 8^th December 2025

Please ensure that within your application you provide the names, addresses, and contact details for two referees, one of whom should be your current or most recent employer.

We look forward to welcoming a new team member who shares our commitment to excellence in education!

Consilium Academies is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are made subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for all applicants.

The Trust is an equal opportunity employer.  We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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