Assistant Psychologist (Windsor)

The Witherslack Group; Windsor; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Training

Generous Holidays

Clinical Development

Flexible Benefits

Wellbeing Support

Medical Cover

Beautiful Work Environment

Referral Bonus

Job summary

The Witherslack Group's Queensmead House School in Windsor is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join our multi-disciplinary clinical team, supporting assessments and interventions for children and young people with complex educational needs.

You will work closely with qualified psychologists to build therapeutic living and learning environments, benefit from full school holidays, induction training and ongoing professional development, wellbeing support and a referral bonus.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology with components related to young people and mental health.
• Experience working with young people facing developmental trauma or neurodevelopmental needs (e.g., autism, SEMH, ADHD).
• Resilience to handle challenging situations with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children and young people.
• Assist in clinical assessments and formulate individualized interventions.
• Support educational and residential colleagues in providing therapeutic environments.

Skills

Empathy

Collaborative spirit

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Job description

Join Us as an Assistant Psychologist!Salary: £30,126 - £30,687 (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits

Celebrate the Small VictoriesAt our core, we believe in the power of small, positive changes. Our clinicians thrive on making a difference in the lives of young people, and we celebrate every achievement, no matter how small.

Your Role at Queensmead House School

Located in the heart of Windsor, Queensmead House School is an independent specialist day school dedicated to providing high-quality education for students with complex educational needs, communication difficulties, and challenging behaviors.

As an Assistant Psychologist, you will play a vital role in our multi-disciplinary clinical team. You'll work closely with qualified psychologists to engage children and young people in assessments and interventions, helping to create therapeutic living and learning environments.

Your Responsibilities

• Build meaningful relationships with children and young people.
• Assist in clinical assessments and formulate individualized interventions.
• Support educational and residential colleagues in providing therapeutic environments.

Qualifications

• A degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, with components related to young people and mental health.
• Experience working with young people facing developmental trauma or neurodevelopmental needs (e.g., autism, SEMH, ADHD).
• Resilience to handle challenging situations with a positive attitude.
• A collaborative spirit and a genuine care for our young people and each other.

Join Our Inclusive Community

At Witherslack Group, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We're dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels respected and valued. As a specialist provider of education and care for children with special educational needs, we celebrate individuality and champion neurodiversity.

What We Offer You

We recognize your hard work and commitment, and we reward you with an exceptional salary and benefits package. Here's what you can expect:

• Comprehensive Training: Enjoy a full induction and on-the-job training.
• Generous Holidays: Full school holidays, including bank holidays.
• Clinical Development: Access to a leading program for professional growth.
• Flexible Benefits: Tailor your benefits, including life insurance options.
• Wellbeing Support: A range of tools and advice to support your wellbeing.
• Medical Cover: Claim back costs for appointments like opticians or dentists.
• Beautiful Work Environment: Work in facilities designed for success.
• Referral Bonus: Earn £2,000 for every friend you recommend who joins us.