Assistant Psychologist

Esland; Grantham; On-site; GBP 22,260 - 29,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme with up to 30% contribution

Company sick pay

Access to holiday home

Life insurance

Career development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

A specialist education provider is looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join their Grantham School. This full-time position involves working therapeutically with children, conducting assessments, and collaborating with teachers. Candidates must hold a BPS accredited psychology degree and have experience in SEND or SEMH environments. The role offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and opportunities for career development. Join us to make a positive impact on children's lives!

Qualifications

• A BPS accredited psychology degree is essential.
• Experience in UK based SEND/SEMH education is required.
• Excellent communication skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Implement educational psychology assessments in the school.
• Plan and deliver outcome-focused interventions.
• Write summary reports on children's progress.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Knowledge of safeguarding

Motivation for child care

Education

BPS accredited psychology degree

Training in Educational Psychology

Training in trauma-informed practice

Job description

Join to apply for the Assistant Psychologist role at Esland.

• Department: Education
• Location: Grantham School - Grantham
• Compensation: £22,260 - £29,300 per year.

Working hours: Full time, Monday to Friday.

Salary: £22,260 to £29,300 depending on experience and qualifications.

Esland are driven to changing children’s lives for the better by providing best‑in‑class specialist services.

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to join our highly valued team at Esland Grantham School. The successful candidate will work therapeutically with our children, providing support and assessing their emotional, developmental and daily needs.

Key Responsibilities for an Assistant Psychologist

• Working with teachers and other school staff to implement the advice provided through educational psychology assessments
• Planning and delivering outcome-focused interventions for individual children or groups of children who may be vulnerable and/or have additional needs within the school
• Writing summary reports and intervention impact assessments
• Assisting, from time to time, in research and evaluation work including the development of evaluation methods and data collection, and contributing to summary reports
• Planning project work or development work in schools and other educational settings
• Assisting in the preparation and delivery of training in areas of psychology relevant to educational and child psychology
• Leading in the development of educational and psychological resources and materials
• Taking a lead role in service evaluation work including the development of evaluation methods, data collection and reporting mechanisms
• Other ad hoc administrative duties related to the efficient running of the organisation
• Ensure safeguarding of all young people underpins every decision made
• Have knowledge of safeguarding and risk in relation to working with children and young people
• Maintain good professional practice

Key Skills and Requirements for an Assistant Psychologist

• A BPS accredited psychology degree (essential)
• Training or a further qualification in Educational Psychology (desirable)
• Training in trauma-informed practice (desirable)
• Demonstrable experience of working in UK based SEND/SEMH education or similar care or health environment (essential)
• Excellent written and verbal communication, particularly making complex information meaningful
• Motivation and passion regarding care for children who have experienced trauma
• A full, UK driving licence, access to your own vehicle and willingness to travel off site

What we can offer an Assistant Psychologist

• A competitive annual salary between £22,260 and £29,300 (reviewed annually)
• Enrolment into the Esland education pension scheme, which is double matched up to 20%, meaning at total pension contribution of up to 30%
• Company sick pay
• Access to a company holiday home based in the Peak District, where you can stay for free!
• Life insurance to the value of 4 times your basic salary
• Comprehensive, paid induction training and ongoing training within the role
• Fantastic opportunities for career development, we promoted over 100 colleagues last year
• Cycle to work scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including our Online GP 24/7, 365 days a year
• Access to our Green Hybrid and EV car scheme
• A £500 bonus via our 'Refer a Friend' scheme
• Monthly recognition awards
• Access to big-brand deals and discounts via our employee benefits scheme E-Together
• The opportunity to make a real difference to a child's life!

Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Individual and Family Services.