Company: Jobleads

Apply for the Head of Integrated Practice (Basé à London)

Location: Greater London

Job Description:

Join to apply for the Head of Integrated Practice role at Ambitious about Autism

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Head of Integrated Practice role at Ambitious about Autism

Job SummaryAre you an enthusiastic Allied Health Professional looking for a leadership role where you can drive meaningful change? Do you want to enhance access to impactful, evidence-based, and integrated therapy practice?Application will need to be complete on the careers site for Ambitious about Autismduties of the jobThe RoleIn this leadership position, you will focus on improving the quality of life for autistic children and young people by integrating therapy and educationthrough impactful MDT working. Administrative tasks are kept to a minimum, allowing you to direct your time toworking with focus on integrating therapy and education with the Heads and Senior Leaders in our educational settings, the class-based practitioners, theTherapy Team and thePositive Behaviour Support (PBS) leads.Together, we will design and implement effective systems and processes that integrate evidence-based therapy and educational practices, ensuring the best outcomes for our pupils and learners.This position is 21 hours per week (0.6 FTE), with the option to extend to a full-time role by taking on an additional two days of clinical caseload if you are an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Speech and Language Therapist (SLT). The role can also be based ay any of our sites but will include some travel.I’ve included for you the full recruitment pack on the link below.In return, we offer a wide range ofbenefitsincluding acommitmentto CPD (ContinuedProfessionalDevelopment), excellent careeropportunities,professional membership fees paid, welcome bonus of – *£3,000 – £4,000, (T&Cs apply), generous holiday allowance and much more!If you have any questionsaboutthe role, please contact Stephen Vickers on 020 8815 5439 About UsAt Ambitious about Autism, we believe in embedding therapy within classroom settings to remove barriers to learning, enhance pupil performance, and optimise therapeutic outcomes. If you share this vision, we have the perfect opportunity for you!Ambitious about Autism is committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion at every level of our organisation. We warmly welcome applications from all qualified candidates, valuing the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives they bring. We encourage applications from individuals regardless of race, colou r, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, disability, or age.Our recruitment process promotes equal opportunities, and we are committed toproviding reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities or additional needs throughout the recruitment process. Please contact our Recruitment Team for accommodations. We recognise disability as a physical or mental impairment that significantly and long-term affects a person’s ability to perform day-to-day activities, as defined by the UK Equality Act 2010. All applications will be considered solely on merit, aligned with our mission to support autistic children and young people.Date posted10 April 2025Pay schemeOtherSalary£75 a year £45,000 pr, Bonus – £3,000 – £4,000*ContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference numberN0030-25-0000Job locationsThe Pears National Centre for AutismWoodside AvenueLondonN10 3JAJob DescriptionJob responsibilitiesIn this leadership role, you will focus on improving the quality of life for autistic children and young people. Administrative tasks are kept to a minimum, allowing you to focus on integrating therapy and education. You will collaborate closely with Heads and Senior Leaders in our educational settings, as well as therapy and PBS leads, to design and implement effective systems and processes that integrate evidence-based therapy and educational practices, ensuring the best outcomes for our pupils and learners.This position is 0.6 FTE, with the option to extend to a full-time role by taking on an additional two days of clinical caseload if you are an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Speech and Language Therapist (SLT).Role purposeShape the vision for integrated practice in partnership with the Executive Heads and Heads of settings, ensuring there is a clearly defined, integrated, effective and efficient model of therapeutic and PBS provision that is embedded in education practice and delivers statutory requirements.Oversee the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based therapy and PBS provision across all settingsDeliver valid, reliable and proportionate approaches to assess and measure the impact of therapy and PBSEngage pupils/learners and their parents and carers to inform and refine therapy and PBS servicesManage communication with stakeholders to inform them of the services performance, gather feedback, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance the quality and effectiveness of therapy and PBS provision.Line manage the professional leadsKey accountabilities and dimensionsLeadership :Develop, implement and evaluate the strategic and operational plan for integrated practice across all education settingsCollaborate with the heads of education settings to ensure the model of integrated practice, and the necessary conditions for its implementation, align with the strategic objectives of the settings.Develop and demonstrate clear outcomes based on effectiveness and quality of integrated practice, setting high expectations and establishing clear objectives for AHP and PBS practicePresent a coherent and accurate account of performance across all services in a form appropriate to key stakeholdersShare and promote the charitys vision of integrated practice with stakeholders, parents and children and young people.Ensure appropriate financial control of servicesPlan and implement necessary changes to adapt to national and local political trends.Management Responsibility: Oversee the coordination and delivery of integrated practice across all our education settings, ensuring the skills and expertise of professionals from the different disciplines are fully operationalised to facilitate access to, and progress in, the curriculum in addition to achieving outstanding clinical outcomes.Co-ordinate quality assurance and monitoring processes to determine and develop the effectiveness and impact of speech and language therapy, occupational therapy and PBS across all settingsMonitor that all Integrated Practice staff have the skills and supervision to operate in a safe, compliant, and competent manner and conform with professional standards.Work with the AHP recruitment manager to maximise recruitment opportunitiesWork with the Admissions Manager to provide support and guidance regarding admissions, fees and tribunals.Line manage the professional leadsProvide clinical supervision for the lead practitioner for your own professional disciplineEnsure the delegated budget for integrated practice is utilised efficiently to support strategic objectivesOther Duties:Demonstrate a continual commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleDemonstrate a continual commitment to the promotion of diversity initiatives and the sharing of best practice in line with Ambitious about Autisms Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policy and proceduresEnsure the highest degree of confidentiality and data protection of all materialsDemonstrate the vision and values of Ambitious about Autism in everyday work and practice.Any other duties commensurate with the role.Job Description Job ResponsibilitiesIn this leadership role, you will focus on improving the quality of life for autistic children and young people. Administrative tasks are kept to a minimum, allowing you to focus on integrating therapy and education. You will collaborate closely with Heads and Senior Leaders in our educational settings, as well as therapy and PBS leads, to design and implement effective systems and processes that integrate evidence-based therapy and educational practices, ensuring the best outcomes for our pupils and learners.This position is 0.6 FTE, with the option to extend to a full-time role by taking on an additional two days of clinical caseload if you are an Occupational Therapist (OT) or Speech and Language Therapist (SLT).Role purposeShape the vision for integrated practice in partnership with the Executive Heads and Heads of settings, ensuring there is a clearly defined, integrated, effective and efficient model of therapeutic and PBS provision that is embedded in education practice and delivers statutory requirements.Oversee the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based therapy and PBS provision across all settingsDeliver valid, reliable and proportionate approaches to assess and measure the impact of therapy and PBSEngage pupils/learners and their parents and carers to inform and refine therapy and PBS servicesManage communication with stakeholders to inform them of the services performance, gather feedback, and collaborate on initiatives that enhance the quality and effectiveness of therapy and PBS provision.Line manage the professional leadsKey accountabilities and dimensionsOther Duties:Demonstrate a continual commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young peopleDemonstrate a continual commitment to the promotion of diversity initiatives and the sharing of best practice in line with Ambitious about Autisms Equity, Diversity and Inclusion policy and proceduresEnsure the highest degree of confidentiality and data protection of all materialsDemonstrate the vision and values of Ambitious about Autism in everyday work and practice.Any other duties commensurate with the role.Person SpecificationExperience Essential

Subject matter expertise in the field of autism and evidence-based practice
Proven track record of effectively leading and managing a multidisciplinary team, inspiring and motivating for high performance
Proven track record of effective supervision skills
Ability to understand and manage financial processes, including budget development, management, and forecasting
Excellent communication both in writing (able to write reports/training programmes/ PowerPoint presentations) and also excellent verbal communication with excellent presentation skills
Excellent team player, but also able to work independently
Excellent planning skills with attention to detail and strong finisher completer.
Able to lead and build effective partnerships with individuals and organisations.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Good appreciation of health and safety in the workplace, data protection principles and equal opportunities.
Ability to travel across Ambitious about Autisms sites and to external meetings.

Qualifications Essential

Educated to degree level within Education, Health or Social care related fields (e.g.- Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy etc) or equivalent experience. A masters qualification is desirable.
HCPC Registered Practitioner

Person Specification Experience Essential

Subject matter expertise in the field of autism and evidence-based practice
Proven track record of effectively leading and managing a multidisciplinary team, inspiring and motivating for high performance
Proven track record of effective supervision skills
Ability to understand and manage financial processes, including budget development, management, and forecasting
Excellent communication both in writing (able to write reports/training programmes/ PowerPoint presentations) and also excellent verbal communication with excellent presentation skills
Excellent team player, but also able to work independently
Excellent planning skills with attention to detail and strong finisher completer.
Able to lead and build effective partnerships with individuals and organisations.
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Good appreciation of health and safety in the workplace, data protection principles and equal opportunities.
Ability to travel across Ambitious about Autisms sites and to external meetings.

Qualifications Essential

Educated to degree level within Education, Health or Social care related fields (e.g.- Psychology, Speech and Language Therapy etc) or equivalent experience. A masters qualification is desirable.
HCPC Registered Practitioner

Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameAmbitious About Autism / Ambitious About Autism Schools TrustAddressThe Pears National Centre for AutismWoodside AvenueLondonN10 3JAEmployer’s website(Opens in a new tab)

Seniority level

Seniority level
Executive

Employment type

Employment type
Part-time

Job function

Job function
Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales
Industries
Non-profit Organizations

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Ambitious about Autism by 2x

Get notified about new Practice Head jobs in London, England, United Kingdom .

Hounslow, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago

Hounslow, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 3 weeks ago

London, England, United Kingdom 1 month ago