Assistant Psychologist

TN United Kingdom; Bristol; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to transforming the lives of young people with complex needs. As an Assistant Psychologist at our innovative school, you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, providing essential support and interventions tailored to each child's unique challenges. This role not only offers the chance to make a significant impact but also ensures you receive comprehensive training, flexible benefits, and a supportive work environment. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to contribute to a meaningful mission, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Full induction and on-the-job training

Full school holidays

Clinical development programs

Flexible benefits

Access to wellbeing tools

Medical cover reimbursement

Modern working environments

Referral scheme with £2,000 bonus

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology eligible for graduate BPS membership.
• Experience working with young people with developmental trauma.

Responsibilities

• Support assessments and interventions under a qualified psychologist.
• Engage children in therapeutic environments and individualized strategies.

Skills

Psychology Degree

Experience with Young People

Resilience

Team-oriented Attitude

Empathy

Education

Degree in Psychology

Job description

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Those Huge Small Victories

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.

Get out what you put in

This role is based at our brand new Castlefell School.

Castlefell School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education. Based in Rudgeway, the school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with complex learning needs, SEMH difficulties, co-existing ADHD, speech, language and communication difficulties, and attachment disorders.

Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled clinical support, expertise, and breadth of provision. Our young people present with complex needs, including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, and special educational needs.

As an Assistant Psychologist, you will develop skills in building relationships and engaging children and young people in assessments and interventions under the guidance of a qualified psychologist. You’ll be part of a multidisciplinary clinical team supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualized interventions and engagement strategies.

What we do for you

We recognize your potential and reward your dedication with the best salary and benefits in the sector. You will have the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our young people, plus:

• Training: Full induction and on-the-job training
• Holiday: Full school holidays, including bank holidays
• Clinical Development: Leading programmes for clinical learning and professional growth
• Flexible benefits: Options to customize benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: Access to wellbeing tools and employee assistance programs
• Medical cover: Reimbursement for opticians, dentists, and more, plus high-street discounts
• Facilities: Modern working environments with excellent facilities
• Referral scheme offering a £2,000 bonus per successful referral

Bring your whole self to work

This is a fantastic opportunity to impact young lives positively. You’ll be supported with resources, supervision, a clinical development program, and a team of over 220 multidisciplinary colleagues. We’re looking for candidates who:

• Hold a degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, eligible for graduate BPS membership, with coursework related to young people and mental health or autism
• Have experience working with young people with developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental needs, autism, SEMH, or ADHD
• Possess resilience to handle challenging situations
• Have a proactive, team-oriented attitude
• Exhibit honesty and empathy, caring deeply about young people and colleagues

Interested in joining us?

Our young people deserve the best future, and our team deserves a fulfilling career. You’ll work in an environment that values authenticity and purpose. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This position requires an enhanced DBS check (which we cover) and an online search. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

For more details, please see the full job description and person specification, and our policies on safeguarding and ex-offenders.