Assistant Psychologist - Children's Services

JLL Living | Poland; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in therapeutic care seeks an Assistant Psychologist to provide psychological support to children and staff in their residential homes. This role involves collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team and close engagement in the assessment and planning of care. Candidates should hold a BPS accredited Psychology degree and have experience with children facing emotional or behavioral challenges. Opportunities for supervision and professional development are provided, making this a meaningful position for those looking to make a difference.

Benefits

Regular clinical supervision

Opportunities for CPD and training

Supportive multi-disciplinary environment

Meaningful work with opportunities to make a difference

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with emotional or behavioral needs.
• Understanding of trauma, attachment, and neurodevelopmental frameworks.
• Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment and implementation of psychological support for children and young people.
• Facilitate group-based and individual interventions.
• Maintain clear, sensitive, and confidential records.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Capacity to work sensitively

Education

BPS accredited Psychology degree (2:1 or above)

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Psychologist

Location: Eastbourne

Contract Type: Permanent

About Us

SuperCare Residential Services is a specialist provider of therapeutic residential homes for children and young people with intellectual disabilities and complex neurodevelopmental needs. We currently operate registered homes in London (Ilford, Norwood) and Eastbourne, offering tailored, high-quality care within nurturing environments

Role Overview

Under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist, you will provide vital psychological support to both the young people and staff within our homes. You will assist with delivering evidence-based, psychologically-informed interventions, contributing to individualised care planning and maintaining a consistently nurturing therapeutic environment. In this role, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary therapy team, including an Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), Behaviour Analyst, and Dietician, to ensure a holistic approach to care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the assessment, formulation, and implementation of psychological support for children and young people.
• Contribute to individualised care plans through observation, data collection, and reflective practice.
• Facilitate or co-facilitate group-based and individual interventions where appropriate.
• Provide psychologically-informed support to care staff, including contributing to reflective practice sessions.
• Support the monitoring and evaluation of therapeutic approaches and outcomes.
• Maintain clear, sensitive, and confidential records in line with ethical and professional standards
• Participate in supervision, training, and ongoing development.
  
  

Essential Criteria

• A 2:1 or above in a Psychology degree (BPS accredited).
• Experience of working with children or young people, particularly those with social, emotional, or behavioural needs.
• An understanding of trauma, attachment, and neurodevelopmental frameworks.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Capacity to work sensitively within a team and maintain professional boundaries.
• Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS.
  
  

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in residential care, education, or mental health settings.
• Familiarity with therapeutic approaches such as PACE, Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, or trauma-informed care.
• Intent to pursue further training in therapy-related fields.
  
  

What We Offer

• Regular clinical supervision
• Opportunities for CPD and training
• A supportive multi-disciplinary environment
• Meaningful work with opportunities to make a lasting difference
  
  

Please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and how your experience aligns with the essential criteria.

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