Job Title: Music Therapist – School-Based (London, 5 days/week)
Location: Beckenham, Lewisham
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Contract: Employed - initial 12 months fixed term (term-time only)
Actual Salary: £32,000 (£39,000 FTE)
We are a company run by therapists, for therapists.
We’re passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. Organisations that are diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity, and perspective are more accessible to their clients and other professionals. Creating an environment where you can do your best work is what we’re all about.
Chroma partners with organisations across health, education, and social care sectors throughout the UK. Our therapists work collaboratively with clients, families, and professionals in flexible, integrated ways. We are committed to delivering the highest quality therapy and measuring outcomes to ensure lasting impact.
We are committed to safeguarding and to promoting the welfare of both children and adults, and expect all staff and associates to share this responsibility. Appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, professional references, and background screening.
As Chroma gets more diverse in age, gender identity, race, sexual orientation, physical and mental ability, ethnicity and perspective, we hope you see yourself in us.
We are currently looking for a Music Therapist to work five days per week (term time only) in a school setting in Lewisham. You will deliver therapy to children and young people with a range of emotional, behavioural, and learning needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to be embedded within a school setting, working closely with staff, families, and the wider Chroma team to support student wellbeing and development.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering music therapy sessions
Conducting assessments and developing therapy plans
Collaborating with school staff and families to support pupils’ goals
Why Join Chroma?
🎯 Therapist-led management – we understand your challenges
📚 Free CPD and training opportunities
🤝 Regular clinical support
🌱 Be part of a national community of over 100 creative arts therapists
Interested?
To find out more or apply, contact:
📩 Tom Rimmer – Head of People
📧 t.rimmer@thechromagroup.com
Music Therapist - School Based
Bellingham, Lewisham, Greater London, United Kingdom
SE6
£32,000 per year Actual salary, based on 38 working weeks per year.
Contract - Full-time
Posted 2 days ago
Closing date: 30/07/2025
Job reference: LONMT
Music Therapist - School Based
Bellingham, Lewisham, Greater London, United Kingdom
£32,000 per year Actual salary, based on 38 working weeks per year.
Lewisham, Lewisham, Greater London, United Kingdom
SE13