Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a motivated Band 6 with proven clinical skills to join the Music Therapy team at the RHN.
The
Music Therapy team at the RHN delivers both individual and group interventions
across the hospital, supporting patients with complex neuro-disability at
various stages of rehabilitation and care. Referrals are made based on clinical
need, and music therapists contribute to case reviews and multidisciplinary
discussions as appropriate. Sessions are goal-oriented, tailored to each
patient's needs, and often delivered in collaboration with other disciplines to
support integrated, person-centred care.
To Apply
Please note we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close this post at any time and will be reviewing applications as they are submitted.
If you require any further assistance, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@rhn.org.uk or ring 020 8780 4500.
RHN is proud to be a diverse and inclusive employer that respects and values the differences of our people to achieve their full potential. If you require any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to contact our Resourcing Team atrecruitment@rhn.org.uk
Main duties of the job
1. Deliver a high-quality, evidence-based
Music Therapy service to individuals with acquired and traumatic brain
injuries, in line with RHNs values and strategic aims.
2. Manage a defined caseload using
specialist assessment and treatment approaches, including Neurologic Music
Therapy (NMT) and psychodynamic principles where appropriate.
3. Work collaboratively with the
multidisciplinary team and families to support effective, person-centred care.
4. Contribute to the efficient running and
development of the Music Therapy service under the guidance of the Professional
Lead for Music Therapy, including involvement in audit, evaluation, and
research.
5. Provide training and consultation to
staff, support the clinical education of students, and help promote the service
internally and externally
6. Engage in regular supervision and CPD to
maintain professional standards in line with BAMT and HCPC requirements.
7. Communicate complex and sensitive information
with empathy and professionalism, adapting to the needs of patients and their
support networks.
About us
The
RHN is a leading national centre of excellence, providing adult person-centred
services that span the entire care pathway from post-acute rehabilitation
services to end of life care, for people with complex Neuro-disability and
their families, underpinned by a strong research and education programme.
The RHN delivers highly specialised care, rehabilitation and disability management to patients with a range of neurological conditions and complex disabilities. Continuing Care includes the following services: Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit, Neuro-Behavioural Rehabilitation Unit, Ventilator Units, Young Disabled Unit, Huntingtons Disease and Specialist Nursing Home.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Come and work for one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building with big gardens, the RHN has specially adapted facilities such as gyms and kitchens for our residents, as well as music and art therapy spaces.
Job Title:Music Therapist (Band 6)
Salary range:Band 6: £24,168 - £31,876 per annum (pro rata from £40,281- £53,127 p.a FTE) Salary dependent on experience.
Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week.
Contract Type: Fixed Term - 6 months
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Closing date: 21/10/2025
Benefits:
- Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
- Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
- Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union
- Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
- Free on-site parking (rare in London)
- More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role you must have the Right to Work in the UK we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Come and work for one of the longest-running charities and independent hospitals in the UK. Set in a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian building with big gardens, the RHN has specially adapted facilities such as gyms and kitchens for our residents, as well as music and art therapy spaces.
Job Title:Music Therapist (Band 6)
Salary range:Band 6: £24,168 - £31,876 per annum (pro rata from £40,281- £53,127 p.a FTE) Salary dependent on experience.
Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week.
Contract Type: Fixed Term - 6 months
Location: Putney, Southwest London
Closing date: 21/10/2025
Benefits:
- Free counselling and therapy sessions and other mental wellbeing support through our partner CIC Wellbeing
- Get involved in our free on-site wellbeing programs, including weekly yoga, and monthly pottery club (we are the UKs only hospital with its own kiln)
- Financial support services such as low-interest loans and help with savings accounts through our partnership with London Capital Credit Union
- Join our wellbeing networks to connect with people in our hospital; we have a Pride network, Womens network, and our Race Equality network. We also have heritage events to celebrate the diversity of our workforce most recently we had a South East Asian celebration.
- Free on-site parking (rare in London)
- More benefits: Cycle2Work scheme, tech purchase support scheme, Blue Light Card discounts, and more.
Please note, to be eligible to apply for this role you must have the Right to Work in the UK we are unable to provide sponsorship for this role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Music Therapy.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Music Therapist.
Desirable
- Full Membership to the British Association of Music Therapists (BAMT).
- To be trained in NMT techniques.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults with complex neuro-disabilities, including those with profound cognitive, physical, and communication impairments.
- Demonstrable experience of delivering individual and group music therapy interventions in a clinical setting.
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and contributing to patient-centred care planning.
Desirable
- Experience of facilitating joint sessions or collaborative work with other allied health professionals or clinical disciplines.
- Experience of delivering training or workshops to multidisciplinary colleagues or stakeholders.
- Previous experience of supporting or supervising music therapy students on placement.
- Knowledge of music therapy outcome measures and their application in clinical practice.
- Familiarity with MATADOC assessment and its use within complex neuro-disability settings.
- Understanding of audit, service evaluation, or research processes within a healthcare environment.
- Awareness of the application of music technology in clinical settings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Music Therapy.
- Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Music Therapist.
Desirable
- Full Membership to the British Association of Music Therapists (BAMT).
- To be trained in NMT techniques.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with adults with complex neuro-disabilities, including those with profound cognitive, physical, and communication impairments.
- Demonstrable experience of delivering individual and group music therapy interventions in a clinical setting.
- Experience of working within multidisciplinary teams and contributing to patient-centred care planning.
Desirable
- Experience of facilitating joint sessions or collaborative work with other allied health professionals or clinical disciplines.
- Experience of delivering training or workshops to multidisciplinary colleagues or stakeholders.
- Previous experience of supporting or supervising music therapy students on placement.
- Knowledge of music therapy outcome measures and their application in clinical practice.
- Familiarity with MATADOC assessment and its use within complex neuro-disability settings.
- Understanding of audit, service evaluation, or research processes within a healthcare environment.
- Awareness of the application of music technology in clinical settings.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This 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 Registration
Applicants 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 Check
This 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 Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
