Head of Therapeutic Provision

Job Description

We are currently looking to recruit a Head of Therapeutic Provision to join our dedicated team.

Core Purpose
• To drive the strategic vision of the organisation which is to prioritise the emotional and mentalwellbeing of all stakeholders through a "therapy first" approach
• To develop a range of cutting edge therapeutic approaches within the Foundation
• To ensure that all staff are trained to a high standard in a range of therapeutic approaches andare confident in their selection and delivery of appropriate strategies
• To ensure that a full range of resources is available to support the delivery of therapeuticapproaches
• To undertake the role of Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead
• To be an inspirational leader that creates an ethos and culture of high staff morale.
• To hold all staff to account for their professional conduct and practice
• To lead by example to foster an open, transparent and equitable culture
• To line manage the Senior Inclusion Coordinator and the Foundation Counsellor

Duties
• To work with the Head of Statutory Provision to ensure that the social, emotional and mentalhealth needs of each student are being planned for
• To work with SEN teachers and hub staff to ensure that appropriate strategies and resources arebeing used to promote effective self-management
• To coordinate the social, emotional and mental health needs of students and monitor andevaluate the delivery of interventions
• To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of different approaches
• To identify priorities for improvement and contribute to the Student Achievement Plan
• To support student progress conferences, feeding back on effectiveness and ensuring thatadaptations to provision are agreed and recorded within the whole Foundation provision maps
• To keep up-to-date with local mental health services and refer students who need these serviceswhere appropriate
• To research and engage the services of additional practitioners who can enrich the approachesand meet the needs of more challenging students where appropriate

• To research and explore the therapeutic approaches in other settings both local and furtherafield
• To ensure the foundation's approach towards mental wellbeing is reflected in relevant policies,the curriculum and pastoral support

General
• To participate in the performance management process, taking personal responsibility foridentification of learning, development and training opportunities in discussion with linemanager
• To comply with individual responsibilities, in accordance with the role, for health & safety in theworkplace
• To ensure that all duties and services provided are in accordance with the Foundation's EqualOpportunities Policy
• The Executive Board is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children andyoung people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment
• The duties above are neither exclusive nor exhaustive and the post holder may be required bythe Head of Foundation to carry out appropriate duties within the context of the job, skills andgrade

Person Specification attached

Information about the School

Established in 2020 and having achieved successful status as an Independent Special School for Social, Emotional, Mental Health and Autism Spectrum Disorder, and rated as 'Good' by Ofsted in 2023, Omnia Foundation offers a unique experience for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), for 12–16-year-old boys.

We believe in investing in people. As professionals in the teaching and training professions, we strive to provide a better future for the children, young people and home settings we work with. Success for us means unleashing the potential of each individual so they can grow, develop and reach the potential of which they are capable. Our values are grounded in our determination to be the change we want to see in the world, through passion, commitment and integrity. We strive to plant a seed of kindness and compassion in a generation that will produce resilience and hope and enable them to aspire and achieve productive and fulfilled lives. Our success is measured in the lives we changed.

At the Omnia Foundation, we create a secure and safe environment that encourages communication, self-belief, mutual respect and success. We provide a rich and balanced curriculum that develops every child, allowing them to achieve their true potential. We have high expectations of our students and build a secure and happy atmosphere in which students can learn effectively.

Based in Rayleigh, Essex with close transport links to London, our current location is set within a sports and social club.

Successful candidates will be expected to embrace the OMNIA FOUNDATION VALUES FRAMEWORK: OPEN-MINDED, MOTIVATED, NOBLE, INDEPENDENT, ACHIEVERS

BENEFITS PACKAGE - To demonstrate our commitment to you, we have developed a total rewards package: - Provision allowance (currently 4%) reviewed annually, in addition to basic salary - Group pension plan - Access to internal wellbeing support - Competitive annual leave entitlement - Healthcare Cash Plan, including discounted gym memberships and retail discounts - Life Assurance - Continuous Professional Development incl. formal qualifications and paid professional membership

We support, develop and invest in our people, together creating a culture where people love to work.

Statement of Child Protection - Note to applicants

Visits to the school are strongly advised. For an informal discussion about the post, and to arrange a visit please contact People@omniafoundation.co.uk

We are committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of our students and expect all staff to share this commitment. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate will be required for all posts within the company. Please note that a conviction may not exclude candidates from appointment but will be considered as part of the recruitment process.

Please be aware that as part of our Safer Recruitment process we will be conducting online searches on all applicants invited for interview. This is not part of the shortlisting process itself, but any causes for concern will be explored further at interview stage.

It is an offence to apply for a role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Please see our website for our policies on Child Protection and Safeguarding.

Applications may be considered as we receive them and we reserve the right to interview and appoint a suitably qualified candidate prior to the closing date.

Omnia Foundation will not share your data with third parties, unless your application for employment is successful and we make you an offer of employment. Omnia Foundation will then share your data with former employers to obtain references for you, and the Disclosure and Barring Service to obtain necessary criminal record checks.

Neurodiversity Statement Acknowledging Neurodiversity is important to our organisation, and we are committed to promoting an inclusive environment. You will not be treated unfairly or suffer any other form of detriment at work due to your neurodivergence. You will be given the same opportunities as other staff and will not be refused employment, overlooked for promotion and training opportunities or denied any other workplace benefits due to your neurodivergence. We encourage individuals to disclose their neurodiversity and commit to supporting everyone in the workplace, as appropriate. We will adopt a person-centred approach that is right for you as an individual.