Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities include: Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support Provide clinical supervision to the team Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. HCPC Registration is essential Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme
May 20, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Based in Croydon. Unfortunately this service does not have step free access. Salary: £60,000 (Full Time Equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 22.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday working between 09:00 - 17:00, although some flexibility may be required at times with service needs. Working days can be agreed upon next stages of the interview process. About the Role We're looking for an experienced Registered Practitioner Psychologist with a background in clinical psychology to join our team in Croydon. The service offers a psychologically informed environment across four sites, providing low to high support forensic mental health services to our residents with forensic mental health needs, complex conditions, and dual diagnosis. In this role, you will drive the delivery of evidence based psychological assessments and interventions aimed at the rehabilitation and reintegration of our residents into the communities. This is a creative, evolving, and impactful role which works closely with our Group Psychological Lead and wider teams to provide support to staff and at times residents to support in providing a streamlined and psychologically informed service. Key Responsibilities include: Provide advice, guidance, and support to the team with supporting our residents to overcome personal challenges and create a supportive environment Advise and streamline best practices, and enhance the overall skills and expertise of the team to deliver high quality care and support Provide clinical supervision to the team Provide highly specialised psychological assessments for our residents with mental health and complex needs Exercise full clinical responsibility for residents psychological care as a care coordinator within a multidisciplinary team Formulate and implement plans for various therapy routes and management of assessing mental health conditions based upon appropriate conceptual frameworks and evidence-based practices About You We're looking for someone who is a self-starter, able to proactively encourage, take leadership and ownership for creating a psychologically informed environment. You will be able to communicate highly complex and sensitive information effectively within the organisation and with external partners, collaborating with external stakeholders regularly in a multidisciplinary approach. You will be able to utilise your own expertise and support in empowering the wider team to enhance their skills to deliver a service which is supportive, safe, and in line with best practice for the organisation and external regulatory bodies. HCPC Registration is essential Post-graduate doctoral level training as a Registered Practitioner Psychologist including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology Previous experience working as a qualified clinical and/or forensic psychologist, including working with people with complex backgrounds/needs and a good understanding of the sector we run our services in Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link to different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Ability and willingness to show flexibility in working patterns, responding to the needs of the service and residents Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Practitioner Psychologist with Forensic Background Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Location: Elephant and Castle (Band 8B - £60,000) Bermondsey (Band 8A - £50,000 FTE) and Havering (Band 8A - £50,000 FTE), with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 0900 - 1700 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer: 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme
May 20, 2026
Full time
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Practitioner Psychologist with Forensic Background Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Location: Elephant and Castle (Band 8B - £60,000) Bermondsey (Band 8A - £50,000 FTE) and Havering (Band 8A - £50,000 FTE), with regular travel to other services as required and our central office. Some work from home may be possible (to be discussed at interview). Please note that unfortunately, this service does not have step free access. Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 0900 - 1700 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support people who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer: 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. Job Title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist (internally this role is known as Senior Skylight Psychologist) or Practitioner Psychologist (internally known as Skylight Psychologist) The Skylight Psychologist role is offered as a development opportunity for candidates in the first 18 months post qualification. There would be the opportunity to progress to the Senior Skylight Psychologist role when they meet the relevant clinical and leadership competencies, in line with Crisis Preceptorship Framework. Qualifications: You must be a Practitioner Psychologist registered with the HCPC. For the Skylight Psychologist role, we will consider applications from individuals due to complete doctoral training. Hours : Part-time 14 hours per week, Tuesday and Wednesday. Salary : Full-time and part-time (14hours per week) salaries are as follows: Skylight Psychologist, qualified within the last 18 months: £50,757 per annum FTE (part-time £20,302) Senior Skylight Psychologist: 18 months to 4 years qualified - £58,364 per annum FTE (part-time £23,345) 5 to 7 years qualified - £60,454 per annum FTE (part-time £24,181) 8+ years qualified - £64,504 per annum FTE (part-time £25,801) Please note this opportunity is part-time. Our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage. Location : Crisis Skylight London Commercial Street, E1 6LT This is a primarily onsite role, so you can support our members and team face to face, but some homeworking may be an option in line with Crisis Hybrid Working Policy. About the role We are committed to ending the homelessness of more people using our direct services, including people with complex needs. To do this, we are seeking a part-time Practitioner Psychologists to join our fantastic team in Crisis Skylight London. You will form part of the local Leadership team, supporting the implementation of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs). You will support the delivery of our work to members by offering training and leading reflective practice for staff and providing direct services to members at times. You will also be a part of a national psychology team made up of a Lead Clinical Psychologist, a Regional Lead Clinical Psychologist and nine Practitioner Psychologists as well as Trainee Clinical Psychologists on placements. At Crisis, we understand more and more Practitioner Psychologists are taking on multiple part-time opportunities within the NHS, academia, private practice and the third sector as this has been the case with our own team. Crisis and our members have benefited from employing people with a variety of different work experience. This an opportunity for you to work within an agile and progressive charity where you can influence psychologically informed ways of working to end homelessness for good. You will join an extraordinary team of frontline lead workers with a focus on people facing homelessness who have survived a range of difficult and traumatic experiences. About you We are looking for people who are community focused and driven by our shared values. This role brings a real opportunity to be creative and flexible in our approach to working psychologically with people who face multiple disadvantages, and to support the staff teams via training and reflective practice. There are opportunities to provide direct support as well as working extensively with local teams and other parts of the organisation to influence policy and practice developments. We are looking for someone with post qualification experience of working within complex systems and you may have direct experience of working with people who experience homelessness. You will be excited by the prospect of working innovatively to deliver services locally alongside the Skylight team, as well linking in closely with the wider Psychology team to develop the service. You will be committed towards social justice, and to being an advocate for those we work with and for breaking down the systemic barriers that exclude those who need most support. Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply. We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds. Working at Crisis Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness. Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness. As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5% 28 days annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website) As a member of the Practitioner Psychology Team, you will have: Access to funds to support CPD as part of a wider commitment to ensure meeting HCPC standards. Reimbursement of costs to join a professional body (e.g., ACP/BPS) Bi-annual away day with the Team Access to high quality clinical and professional supervision Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career. When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation. How do I apply? Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications. Closing date: Wednesday 10th June 2026 at 23:59 Interviews will take place week commencing 22nd June, in-person at Crisis Skylight London, Commercial Street, E1 6LT We welcome informal conversations to learn more about the role with a member of our Skylight Psychology Team, and we will arrange a call. Contact information can be found on our website. We would also strongly encourage you to visit Crisis Skylight London prior to applying. AI in Job Applications We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences. Accessibility We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. Registered Charity Numbers: E&W, SC040094
May 19, 2026
Full time
Crisis is the national charity for people experiencing homelessness. We have embarked on our new 10-year strategy for ending homelessness. We know it is not inevitable. We know together we can end it. It is an exciting and important time to be joining us at Crisis. We work with thousands of people across England, Scotland, and Wales so they can leave homelessness behind for good. We have recently adapted the way our services work to maximise our impact in ending homelessness. Job Title: Senior Practitioner Psychologist (internally this role is known as Senior Skylight Psychologist) or Practitioner Psychologist (internally known as Skylight Psychologist) The Skylight Psychologist role is offered as a development opportunity for candidates in the first 18 months post qualification. There would be the opportunity to progress to the Senior Skylight Psychologist role when they meet the relevant clinical and leadership competencies, in line with Crisis Preceptorship Framework. Qualifications: You must be a Practitioner Psychologist registered with the HCPC. For the Skylight Psychologist role, we will consider applications from individuals due to complete doctoral training. Hours : Part-time 14 hours per week, Tuesday and Wednesday. Salary : Full-time and part-time (14hours per week) salaries are as follows: Skylight Psychologist, qualified within the last 18 months: £50,757 per annum FTE (part-time £20,302) Senior Skylight Psychologist: 18 months to 4 years qualified - £58,364 per annum FTE (part-time £23,345) 5 to 7 years qualified - £60,454 per annum FTE (part-time £24,181) 8+ years qualified - £64,504 per annum FTE (part-time £25,801) Please note this opportunity is part-time. Our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage. Location : Crisis Skylight London Commercial Street, E1 6LT This is a primarily onsite role, so you can support our members and team face to face, but some homeworking may be an option in line with Crisis Hybrid Working Policy. About the role We are committed to ending the homelessness of more people using our direct services, including people with complex needs. To do this, we are seeking a part-time Practitioner Psychologists to join our fantastic team in Crisis Skylight London. You will form part of the local Leadership team, supporting the implementation of Psychologically Informed Environments (PIEs). You will support the delivery of our work to members by offering training and leading reflective practice for staff and providing direct services to members at times. You will also be a part of a national psychology team made up of a Lead Clinical Psychologist, a Regional Lead Clinical Psychologist and nine Practitioner Psychologists as well as Trainee Clinical Psychologists on placements. At Crisis, we understand more and more Practitioner Psychologists are taking on multiple part-time opportunities within the NHS, academia, private practice and the third sector as this has been the case with our own team. Crisis and our members have benefited from employing people with a variety of different work experience. This an opportunity for you to work within an agile and progressive charity where you can influence psychologically informed ways of working to end homelessness for good. You will join an extraordinary team of frontline lead workers with a focus on people facing homelessness who have survived a range of difficult and traumatic experiences. About you We are looking for people who are community focused and driven by our shared values. This role brings a real opportunity to be creative and flexible in our approach to working psychologically with people who face multiple disadvantages, and to support the staff teams via training and reflective practice. There are opportunities to provide direct support as well as working extensively with local teams and other parts of the organisation to influence policy and practice developments. We are looking for someone with post qualification experience of working within complex systems and you may have direct experience of working with people who experience homelessness. You will be excited by the prospect of working innovatively to deliver services locally alongside the Skylight team, as well linking in closely with the wider Psychology team to develop the service. You will be committed towards social justice, and to being an advocate for those we work with and for breaking down the systemic barriers that exclude those who need most support. Please see the full Job Pack linked below, for a full list of requirements for this role. We realise that long lists of criteria can be daunting, and you may not want to apply for a role unless you feel 100% qualified. However, if you feel you have relevant examples to answer the screening questions, we encourage you to apply. We believe diversity is a strength, and our aim is to make sure that Crisis truly reflects the communities we serve. We are actively working towards our organisation being a place where everyone can thrive and make their best contribution to our mission of ending homelessness for good. We know that the more perspectives, voices, and experiences we can bring to this work, the better. We particularly welcome applications from people who have lived experience of homelessness, and people from all marginalised groups, communities and backgrounds. Working at Crisis Our values, Bold, Impactful, Collaborative and Equitable, are at the heart of everything we do as we continue in our mission to end homelessness. Our staff, members and volunteers are vital to getting the right government policies in place, providing breakthrough services, and building a supportive community. We ll lead by example to nurture a positive and ambitious workplace guided by ending homelessness. As a member of the team, you will have access to a wide range of employee benefits including: A competitive salary. Please note, our salaries are fixed to counter inequity, and we do not negotiate at offer stage Interest free loans for travel season ticket, cycle to work, and deposit to secure a tenancy Pension scheme with an employer contribution of 8.5% 28 days annual leave (pro rata) which increases with service to 31 days and the option to purchase up to 10 additional days leave Enhanced maternity, paternity, shared parental, and adoption pay. Wellbeing Leave to be used flexibly And more! (Full list of benefits available on website) As a member of the Practitioner Psychology Team, you will have: Access to funds to support CPD as part of a wider commitment to ensure meeting HCPC standards. Reimbursement of costs to join a professional body (e.g., ACP/BPS) Bi-annual away day with the Team Access to high quality clinical and professional supervision Alongside our excellent staff benefits, we will support your ongoing development to build your skills, experience, and career. When you join us, you will have the opportunity to join our staff diversity networks, which aim to champion issues across the organisation, enable staff to be their authentic and best selves and contribute to making Crisis a truly diverse organisation. How do I apply? Please click on the 'Apply for Job' button below. Our shortlisting process is anonymised as part of our commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We do not ask for CVs, instead we ask you complete the work history section and answer the screening questions for us to be able to assess you fairly and objectively. At least two members of staff score all applications. Closing date: Wednesday 10th June 2026 at 23:59 Interviews will take place week commencing 22nd June, in-person at Crisis Skylight London, Commercial Street, E1 6LT We welcome informal conversations to learn more about the role with a member of our Skylight Psychology Team, and we will arrange a call. Contact information can be found on our website. We would also strongly encourage you to visit Crisis Skylight London prior to applying. AI in Job Applications We understand some candidates use AI tools when applying. Whilst we welcome the use of technology to support clear communication and structure, we want to learn more about you, so please ensure that your application reflects your own skills, knowledge and experiences. Accessibility We want our recruitment process to be as accessible as possible. If you need us to make an adjustment or provide additional support as you apply for a role, please email our Talent Acquisition team to discuss how we can help. Registered Charity Numbers: E&W, SC040094
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Bermondsey, Close to Surrey Quays station. Please note that this service has step free and lift access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note that you may be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location: Bermondsey, Close to Surrey Quays station. Please note that this service has step free and lift access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note that you may be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location : Havering Please note that this service does not have step free access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note, you may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Forensic Psychologist When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location : Havering Please note that this service does not have step free access. Work from home may be possible, as per prior to agreement. Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) NHS Equivalent Band: 8A Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. Please note, you may be required to work outside these hours dependent on service and resident requirements. About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice. Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics. Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement. Exercising clinical responsibility for residents psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions. Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident s diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community. Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs. Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We re looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You ll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you ll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service Employer Pension Contribution Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling Life Assurance Scheme Cycle-to-work scheme Annual Staff Awards EDI Ambassador programme About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
Forensic Psychologist Birmingham Permanent Essential: Post graduate doctorate level training in clinical or forensic psychology (e.g. DForenPsy or DClinPsy) accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), including specific models of psychopathol-ogy, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, 2 AF/Q or more distinctive psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology, or a BPS state-ment of equivalence. Qualification: Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professionals Council. Essential Experience : Minimum 4 years supervised post qualification experience working with children, young people & and families. Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for specialist psychological assessment (including cognitive & neuro-psychological assessment), formulation, planning & delivering interventions across a range of care settings. Minimum 2 year working with children who present with children and young people who present with harmful sexual behaviour including mental health difficulties (including complex trauma, attachment difficulties, loss, dual diagnosis), challenging behaviour, and/or neurodevelopmental difficulties (e.g. ASD, ADHD). Minimum 12 months supervised experience of providing clinical supervision, and/or specialist training in providing clinical supervision.
May 17, 2026
Full time
Forensic Psychologist Birmingham Permanent Essential: Post graduate doctorate level training in clinical or forensic psychology (e.g. DForenPsy or DClinPsy) accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), including specific models of psychopathol-ogy, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, 2 AF/Q or more distinctive psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology, or a BPS state-ment of equivalence. Qualification: Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professionals Council. Essential Experience : Minimum 4 years supervised post qualification experience working with children, young people & and families. Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for specialist psychological assessment (including cognitive & neuro-psychological assessment), formulation, planning & delivering interventions across a range of care settings. Minimum 2 year working with children who present with children and young people who present with harmful sexual behaviour including mental health difficulties (including complex trauma, attachment difficulties, loss, dual diagnosis), challenging behaviour, and/or neurodevelopmental difficulties (e.g. ASD, ADHD). Minimum 12 months supervised experience of providing clinical supervision, and/or specialist training in providing clinical supervision.
Anna Freud is seeking a Associate Clinical Tutor to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families on a part time basis. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website. Our EDI commitment We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience. We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve . As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles. What we offer We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact. What you ll do As the Associate Clinical Tutor, you will support the delivery and ongoing development of the MSc Developmental Psychology and Clinical Practice programme, providing academic, pastoral, and placement support to students while helping to ensure a high-quality and inclusive learning experience. You will act as a Personal Academic Tutor for up to seven students, providing regular guidance, pastoral support, and academic development support throughout the programme You will support and monitor students clinical placements, including liaising with placement providers, coordinating placement reviews, and helping to resolve any placement-related concerns You will contribute to teaching and assessment activities, including facilitating seminars, workshops, webinars, Journal Clubs, and marking clinically focused assignments You will work closely with the Programme Director and wider programme team to monitor student progress, wellbeing, engagement, and professional conduct You will contribute to the wider running and continuous improvement of the MSc programme through meetings, reviews, and collaborative programme activities What you ll bring The ideal candidate will be a qualified CAMHS professional with strong clinical and teaching experience, who is passionate about supporting students academic, professional, and personal development within an inclusive and high-quality learning environment You will hold a recognised professional qualification as a CAMHS practitioner, such as a Clinical Psychologist, Child Psychotherapist, or Systemic Family Therapist, alongside relevant professional accreditation You will have clinical experience within child and adolescent mental health settings, alongside a strong understanding of NHS systems, legislation, and wider Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services practice contexts You will have experience teaching, marking, or delivering training to adults within the field of child mental health You will have experience providing pastoral support, supervision, or guidance to students, trainees, or interns) You will demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and collaborative working skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and take a proactive, flexible approach to problem solving Key details Hours: Part-time (1 day/ 7 hour per week): Wednesday afternoon is required. Options are either Wednesday as full working day or working day to be split between Wednesday pm and another half day (can be flexible). Salary: £48,778 FTE per annum, plus 6% contributory pension scheme Location: Hybrid (a mixture of home/onsite working): staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH). Contract type: 12 months fixed-term with the possibility of extension Next steps Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Friday, 22 May 2026. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities. Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Thursday, 28 May 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Interviews: will be held remotely in week commencing 1st of June and 8th June How to apply: click on the 'apply now button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies. Questions? Please email us with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Anna Freud is seeking a Associate Clinical Tutor to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families on a part time basis. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website. Our EDI commitment We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience. We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve . As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles. What we offer We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact. What you ll do As the Associate Clinical Tutor, you will support the delivery and ongoing development of the MSc Developmental Psychology and Clinical Practice programme, providing academic, pastoral, and placement support to students while helping to ensure a high-quality and inclusive learning experience. You will act as a Personal Academic Tutor for up to seven students, providing regular guidance, pastoral support, and academic development support throughout the programme You will support and monitor students clinical placements, including liaising with placement providers, coordinating placement reviews, and helping to resolve any placement-related concerns You will contribute to teaching and assessment activities, including facilitating seminars, workshops, webinars, Journal Clubs, and marking clinically focused assignments You will work closely with the Programme Director and wider programme team to monitor student progress, wellbeing, engagement, and professional conduct You will contribute to the wider running and continuous improvement of the MSc programme through meetings, reviews, and collaborative programme activities What you ll bring The ideal candidate will be a qualified CAMHS professional with strong clinical and teaching experience, who is passionate about supporting students academic, professional, and personal development within an inclusive and high-quality learning environment You will hold a recognised professional qualification as a CAMHS practitioner, such as a Clinical Psychologist, Child Psychotherapist, or Systemic Family Therapist, alongside relevant professional accreditation You will have clinical experience within child and adolescent mental health settings, alongside a strong understanding of NHS systems, legislation, and wider Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services practice contexts You will have experience teaching, marking, or delivering training to adults within the field of child mental health You will have experience providing pastoral support, supervision, or guidance to students, trainees, or interns) You will demonstrate excellent communication, organisation, and collaborative working skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and take a proactive, flexible approach to problem solving Key details Hours: Part-time (1 day/ 7 hour per week): Wednesday afternoon is required. Options are either Wednesday as full working day or working day to be split between Wednesday pm and another half day (can be flexible). Salary: £48,778 FTE per annum, plus 6% contributory pension scheme Location: Hybrid (a mixture of home/onsite working): staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours, at our London site (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH). Contract type: 12 months fixed-term with the possibility of extension Next steps Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Friday, 22 May 2026. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities. Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Thursday, 28 May 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Interviews: will be held remotely in week commencing 1st of June and 8th June How to apply: click on the 'apply now button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies. Questions? Please email us with any job enquiries, or if you require assistance or experience difficulties when applying. Please note that successful candidate(s) will be asked to evidence their Right to Work in the UK post-job offer we do not hold a sponsor license therefore we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship.
Integrated Health Care Management
Leicester, Leicestershire
Main job function: Assess and evaluate individuals problems through the use of case history, interview and observation and provide individual or group counselling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment. Experience and knowledge of Clinical Psychologist: Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and in a community setting. Knowledge of mental health legislation. Knowledge and understanding of the research process within clinical services. Evidence of audit competency. Experience in management roles, both clinical and non-clinical Skills: Diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in a multi-disciplinary team. A capacity to replace old knowledge with new, to develop new skills and adopt new attitudes. Calmness with challenging patients, carers, colleagues and team members. High standards of interviewing skills is essential. Ability to work as part of a team and to develop leadership skills with a multi disciplinary team. An interest in how people think and feel. Excellent and listerning skills. The ability to put people at ease and inspire trust and confidence. Good investigation skills. An interest and ability in science and medicine. The ability to work under pressure and make well judge decisions. Qualifications to work as an Clinical Psychologist Full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology). Doctoral level qualification (or equivalent) in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology. Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) is desirable. Additional training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed approaches, EMDR or Positive Behaviour Support is desirable. Elizabeth House has a full on-site multidisciplinary team who work together to develop and deliver a holistic plan of care to meet the needs of each individual. The team includes a Consultant Psychiatrist, Associate Specialist, Consultant Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurses, Healthcare Workers and Activity Coordinators. All of our services have 24 hour medical cover and can accept admissions 24 hours a day.
May 15, 2026
Full time
Main job function: Assess and evaluate individuals problems through the use of case history, interview and observation and provide individual or group counselling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment. Experience and knowledge of Clinical Psychologist: Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and in a community setting. Knowledge of mental health legislation. Knowledge and understanding of the research process within clinical services. Evidence of audit competency. Experience in management roles, both clinical and non-clinical Skills: Diagnosis and treatment of mental illness in a multi-disciplinary team. A capacity to replace old knowledge with new, to develop new skills and adopt new attitudes. Calmness with challenging patients, carers, colleagues and team members. High standards of interviewing skills is essential. Ability to work as part of a team and to develop leadership skills with a multi disciplinary team. An interest in how people think and feel. Excellent and listerning skills. The ability to put people at ease and inspire trust and confidence. Good investigation skills. An interest and ability in science and medicine. The ability to work under pressure and make well judge decisions. Qualifications to work as an Clinical Psychologist Full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology). Doctoral level qualification (or equivalent) in Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychology. Chartered membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS) is desirable. Additional training in CBT, DBT, trauma-informed approaches, EMDR or Positive Behaviour Support is desirable. Elizabeth House has a full on-site multidisciplinary team who work together to develop and deliver a holistic plan of care to meet the needs of each individual. The team includes a Consultant Psychiatrist, Associate Specialist, Consultant Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, Registered Nurses, Healthcare Workers and Activity Coordinators. All of our services have 24 hour medical cover and can accept admissions 24 hours a day.
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around Stevenage eager to build a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or the education and training sector? This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers you the perfect launchpad to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs - all while setting you on a clear career pathway toward clinical roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist. Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical Careers Location: Stevenage Contract: Full-Time Long-Term Start Date: Immidiate Salary: £460-£500 per week Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant Based in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Stevenage, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include: Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists Supporting students' academic and personal growth Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive Why Join Us? Gain essential clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate qualifications Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students' Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs Join a supportive, trauma-informed care team focused on innovation and growth Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant This position is more than just a job - it's a structured stepping stone designed to advance your career in fields such as: Clinical or Educational Psychology Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Specialist Teaching and SEN Education Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi-disciplinary Stevenage team. Who We're Looking For Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, this role in Stevenage offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around Stevenage eager to build a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or the education and training sector? This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers you the perfect launchpad to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs - all while setting you on a clear career pathway toward clinical roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist. Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical Careers Location: Stevenage Contract: Full-Time Long-Term Start Date: Immidiate Salary: £460-£500 per week Sector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and Training Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant Based in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Stevenage, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include: Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists Supporting students' academic and personal growth Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive Why Join Us? Gain essential clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate qualifications Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students' Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs Join a supportive, trauma-informed care team focused on innovation and growth Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant This position is more than just a job - it's a structured stepping stone designed to advance your career in fields such as: Clinical or Educational Psychology Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy Specialist Teaching and SEN Education Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi-disciplinary Stevenage team. Who We're Looking For Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, this role in Stevenage offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Job Introduction Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist - Mental Health Treatment Requirement, Leicester, Leicestershire & Rutland (LLR) 22.5h per week Maternity cover - 12 months fixed term contract from January 2026 At Turning Point, we are recognised leaders in helping people recover from addiction and gain control of their lives. By providing the right support at the right time, and making sure that people can find all the help they need through a single point of contact, we have grown into one of the largest providers of substance misuse services in England and Wales. Right now, we are now looking for a talented Chartered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist to ensure the effective management, development and delivery of all psycho-social interventions within newly formed MHTR team based within our substance misuse services in LLR. This newly established Primary Mental Health Treatment Requirement service offers an opportunity to people in the criminal justice system to be offered psycho-social interventions as an alternative to custodial sentences. It is one of a national network of MHTRs which are psychology-led. Turning Point MHTR services emphasize a bespoke approach to each client, drawing on a number of evidence-based interventions to plan treatment programmes for each client. For this reason we emphasize regular supervision of the team to ensure delivery of high quality and bespoke interventions and use of standardized outcome measures. Role Responsibility You will offer clinical guidance, training and leadership to a team of Senior Assistant and Assistant Psychologists who facilitate psycho-social interventions with individuals on a Mental Health Treatment Requirement. You will use your expertise to build on a range of innovative approaches developed within other Turning Point MHTR services, working closely with their Clinical Lead under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. In addition to being responsible for the systematic governance of the Leicestershire MHTR service alongside operational colleagues, you will offer practical advice on evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues as well as local agencies and organisations. Inspiring, developing and coordinating everyone on your team will of course, be a vital part of your role. Helping Senior Assistant, Assistant Psychologists and Peer Support Workers and teams to develop psychological formulation skills and a trauma-informed approach is a central part of this role. We will also ask you to have a small caseload of service users with complex needs, providing specialist psychological assessments and therapies. Beyond the operational level, you will have a significant impact on the strategic direction and development of the service as a whole. This will include building strong professional links with other statutory and voluntary service providers and using your expertise to develop meaningful support networks for our clients. You will also explore ways to continuously improve our services and integrate wider issues - housing, employment and finances, for example - into the overall treatment process. You will be invited to work with our national team of Clinical, Counselling and Forensic Psychologists to develop psychological and psycho-social approaches used across services and to further develop your career in a therapeutic specialism that fits with service needs. The Ideal Candidate Along with up to date registration through the Health and Social Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist, you will need a doctorate in your professional specialism and proven ability to deliver psychological services. Your experience of leading and supervising clinical staff will ideally be supported by experience of working with substance misuse Service Users. Formal training in supervision, whilst not essential, would be desirable. Excellent communication skills, adaptability and commitment to the Recovery Agenda, will all contribute to you becoming a vital member of our clinical leadership team. About us As a leading health and social care provider with more than 300 locations across England, we take real pride in the services we offer. We run all of our services on a not-for-profit basis; instead, we invest every penny back into our services and people. We never stop believing in change for the better, and we work constantly to improve the lives of the people we support. What Benefits Will I Receive? We know reward looks different to each person and so whether its ways to make your money go further, a culture supporting recognition and celebration, or opportunities to boost your career - we want to support you in every way we can with our total reward package that includes: 26 days' paid holiday a year + Bank Holidays, increasing with each year of service up to 28 days + Bank Holidays. Plus the option to buy additional holidays and spread the cost. Join our team and discover the comprehensive benefits we offer by following this link to explore all the exciting perks available to our employees Turning Point Benefits . We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date. Turning Point Attached documents SU - Practitioner Psychologist.pdf Apply
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical To provide a specialist psychology service input for all young people and the Branas Isaf integrated team.To provide specialist psychology input supporting and promoting positive mental health and emotional well-being.To contribute to psychological assessment of individuals and groups, for example through direct observation, psychometric testing, semi-structured interviews and writing appropriate reports.To be actively involved in the weekly Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) consult team meetings and contribute to monitoring fidelity to the treatment model.To assist qualified psychologists/psychotherapists to carry out prescribed interventions with individuals or in groups (including facilitation of the DBT skills group).Undertaking supportive work with carers, family members, staff and other professionals.To contribute to the management of risk, under supervision.To ensure appropriate confidentiality.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To liaise with Registered Managers, education staff and other members of the multi-agency team, including external professionals.To produce assessments and other reports as required, under supervision.To represent the clinical team within external and in-house meetings (where appropriate).To undertake any other duties commensurate to your grade and ability. Teaching, training and supervision To prepare and participate in supervision on a weekly basis with a qualified practitioner psychologist.To undertake all work under the supervision of a qualified practitioner psychologist.To take responsibility for ongoing learning and development, including full participation in clinical and line management supervision and appraisals, in order to maximise own potential and continue to meet the demands of the post.To contribute to the development and delivery of teaching, training and support of other staff at Branas Isaf.To participate in external and internal training as deemed appropriate, including relevant Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) training events.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To attend regular team meetings and CPD days. Research and service evaluation To assist in the design and implementation of research, service evaluation or audit activities.To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical packages.To undertake database searches for literature and research papers to inform evidence-based practice for the clinical team. General To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post holder's manager.To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Board policies and procedures.To adhere to Branas Isaf codes of conduct and policies, as well as legislation relevant to the organisation and job role.Competence in the use of internet systems and information technology is essential.All employees of Branas Isaf and Care Tech are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their employment including clients, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including emails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exception, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998.To maintain other records as required within the Clinical Team Framework (3.2 Branas Isaf Policies and Procedures).To provide written feedback and information to members of the integrated team ensuring that confidentiality for and with service users is maintained (individual and organisational).Ensure that Branas Isaf and Care Tech's policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his / her own actions and those of any staff for whom he / she has responsibility.Co-operate fully with the implementation of Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents / incidents / equipment defects to his / her manager and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for patients / clients, members of the public and staff.Represent Branas Isaf and Care Tech's commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to patients / clients and members of the public, by treating all those with whom he / she comes in to contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner. Adhere at all times to all Branas Isaf and Care Tech policies / codes of conduct, including for example: Smoke Free policy.I.T. Security Policy and Code of Conduct.Standards of attendance, appearance and behaviours.Safeguarding. Understand that this post may evolve over time and that this Job Description will therefore be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time.It is a standard condition that all Branas Isaf and Care Tech staff may be required to serve at any location within the assigned region, as the needs of the service demand.
Sep 22, 2025
Full time
MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Clinical To provide a specialist psychology service input for all young people and the Branas Isaf integrated team.To provide specialist psychology input supporting and promoting positive mental health and emotional well-being.To contribute to psychological assessment of individuals and groups, for example through direct observation, psychometric testing, semi-structured interviews and writing appropriate reports.To be actively involved in the weekly Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) consult team meetings and contribute to monitoring fidelity to the treatment model.To assist qualified psychologists/psychotherapists to carry out prescribed interventions with individuals or in groups (including facilitation of the DBT skills group).Undertaking supportive work with carers, family members, staff and other professionals.To contribute to the management of risk, under supervision.To ensure appropriate confidentiality.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To liaise with Registered Managers, education staff and other members of the multi-agency team, including external professionals.To produce assessments and other reports as required, under supervision.To represent the clinical team within external and in-house meetings (where appropriate).To undertake any other duties commensurate to your grade and ability. Teaching, training and supervision To prepare and participate in supervision on a weekly basis with a qualified practitioner psychologist.To undertake all work under the supervision of a qualified practitioner psychologist.To take responsibility for ongoing learning and development, including full participation in clinical and line management supervision and appraisals, in order to maximise own potential and continue to meet the demands of the post.To contribute to the development and delivery of teaching, training and support of other staff at Branas Isaf.To participate in external and internal training as deemed appropriate, including relevant Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) training events.To engage flexibly with clients and other members of the integrated team at Branas Isaf, families and multi-agency team to promote constructive working relationships.To attend regular team meetings and CPD days. Research and service evaluation To assist in the design and implementation of research, service evaluation or audit activities.To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical packages.To undertake database searches for literature and research papers to inform evidence-based practice for the clinical team. General To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post holder's manager.To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice of the British Psychological Society and Board policies and procedures.To adhere to Branas Isaf codes of conduct and policies, as well as legislation relevant to the organisation and job role.Competence in the use of internet systems and information technology is essential.All employees of Branas Isaf and Care Tech are legally responsible for all records held, created or used as part of their employment including clients, corporate and administrative records whether paper based or electronic and also including emails. All such records are public records and are accessible to the general public, with limited exception, under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 and the Data Protection Act 1998.To maintain other records as required within the Clinical Team Framework (3.2 Branas Isaf Policies and Procedures).To provide written feedback and information to members of the integrated team ensuring that confidentiality for and with service users is maintained (individual and organisational).Ensure that Branas Isaf and Care Tech's policy on equality of opportunity is promoted through his / her own actions and those of any staff for whom he / she has responsibility.Co-operate fully with the implementation of Health and Safety arrangements, reporting any accidents / incidents / equipment defects to his / her manager and maintaining a clean, uncluttered and safe environment for patients / clients, members of the public and staff.Represent Branas Isaf and Care Tech's commitment to providing the highest possible standard of service to patients / clients and members of the public, by treating all those with whom he / she comes in to contact in the course of work, in a pleasant, courteous and respectful manner. Adhere at all times to all Branas Isaf and Care Tech policies / codes of conduct, including for example: Smoke Free policy.I.T. Security Policy and Code of Conduct.Standards of attendance, appearance and behaviours.Safeguarding. Understand that this post may evolve over time and that this Job Description will therefore be subject to review in the light of changing circumstances. Other duties of a similar nature and appropriate to the role may be assigned from time to time.It is a standard condition that all Branas Isaf and Care Tech staff may be required to serve at any location within the assigned region, as the needs of the service demand.
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details
Sep 16, 2025
Full time
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?! It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: (3 days) Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ, (2 days) Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX, Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH Salary: Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (full or part time hours considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise WE LISTEN. We never assume. WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Underley Gardens school Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Underley Gardens School - Kirkby Lonsdale - Underley Gardens School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19 Welcome to Underley Garden School Welcome to Waterloo Lodge School Oakfield House School School Finder - Options Autism For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: Registered with the HCPC Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. Knowledge of client group and their needs. Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. Ongoing evidence of CPD. Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. Excellent time management and organisational skills. Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. Commitment to the values of the organisation. Flexible approach to working environments. Ability and willingness to travel on company business. Full driving licence and access to a car. Desirable Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). Experience of providing supervision to others. Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits . click apply for full job details