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Therapeutic Practitioner

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Posting date: 17 February 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Location: NG19
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: AH/MANS/TP-8985

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Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Therapeutic Practitioner to join our Alternative Provision on a full-time, temporary to permanent basis.This role is ideal for someone passionate about supporting children and young people with social, emotional and mental health needs/additional needs and/or challenging behaviour.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver therapeutic and emotional support interventions for pupils


  • Work closely with teaching staff, SEND professionals and families to create personalised support plans


  • Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils to promote emotional regulation, engagement and progress


  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to reviews, reports and safeguarding processes


  • Support behaviour regulation and de-escalation using restorative and therapeutic approaches


    The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

    • Previous experience working therapeutically with children or young people, ideally within alternative provision, SEND or SEMH settings


    • Training or experience in ELSA, counselling, play therapy, psychology, mental health support, or similar therapeutic frameworks


    • Strong communication, empathy and relationship-building skills


    • A calm, resilient and reflective approach to supporting vulnerable learners


    • An enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one)


      EMAIL: abi.hart@teacheractive.com

      CONTACT NUMBER: 0115 824 1888

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



      Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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