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Music & Communication Therapist
Location:Thriftwood School & College Chelmsford, Essex
Salary:LGPS Scale 9, Point 29
Contract Type:Part-time (3 days per week), Permanent - Term time only
Start Date: 5th January 2026
We are seeking a passionate and creativeMusic & Communication Therapistto join our dedicated team, supporting learners inKey Stage 2, 3 and 4withmoderate learning difficulties and additional complex needs.The successful candidate will use music-based interventions to promote emotional well-being, communication, social interaction, and cognitive development in a nurturing and inclusive environment.
The position will be working across both our School site, based in Galleywood and our College site in Chelmsford.
Due to our safer recruitment policy an Application Form must be completed in full.
Information about the School
Thriftwood is an outstanding SEND School and College, offering a wealth of opportunities and experiences to its pupils, their families and staff. It is based on two sites in Chelmsford; Thriftwood School site lies in Galleywood and Thriftwood College in Melbourne. It forms a part of the SEAX Multi-Academy Trust, which encompasses SEND provisions across Essex https://www.seaxtrust.com/