Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist

Teaching Personnel Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Dorset seeks a Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist to join their multidisciplinary team. The role involves delivering psychological assessments, providing therapeutic interventions, and supporting young people with additional learning needs in a dynamic and holistic setting. The school offers a positive work environment and benefits focusing on professional growth.

Benefits

Life assurance & pension scheme

Perkbox high street discounts

Employee assistance programme

Car lease scheme

Funded training and qualifications

Cycle to work scheme

Free health cashback plan

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic, or Counselling).
• Experience supporting neurodivergent young people, particularly autism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions.
• Collaborate with MDT to provide psychological insight.
• Supervise Assistant Psychologists and contribute to service development.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Therapeutic intervention

Collaboration

Emotion regulation support

Relationship building

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

HCPC Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist
Location: Cranborne, Dorset
Salary: £47,736 – £65,270.40 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and qualified Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic, or Counselling) to join a vibrant and collaborative multidisciplinary team at a specialist independent school in Cranborne, Dorset.

Set within a stunning 16-acre listed garden and part of a wider 50-acre countryside campus, this school provides an exceptional working environment. The school supports young people aged 11–16 with a range of additional learning needs, including autism, through high-quality education and integrated therapy.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, holistic setting and wants to make a real difference in young people’s lives.

The Role:
As a Psychologist, you will:

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions (individual and group).
• Provide psychological insight and strategies to support young people’s emotional, cognitive, and behavioural development.
• Collaborate as part of a well-established multidisciplinary team (MDT), including Psychiatry, Occupational Therapy, and Speech and Language Therapy.
• Offer guidance and training to staff to promote understanding of complex needs and support greater independence among students.
• Supervise Assistant Psychologists and contribute to service development within a forward-thinking clinical setting.

This is a unique opportunity to shape pathways to adulthood and independence for young people through a compassionate and innovative clinical model.

Who We’re Looking For:

• HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Forensic, or Counselling)
• Doctorate-level qualification in Psychology
• Experience supporting neurodivergent young people, particularly those with autism
• Committed to upholding the dignity, choice, and individuality of students
• Able to develop strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues across education and care settings

What’s on Offer:
Join a supportive and purpose-driven organisation that values professional growth and personal wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Life assurance & pension scheme
• Perkbox high street discounts
• Employee assistance programme
• Car lease scheme
• Funded training and qualifications
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free health cashback plan (dental, optical, physio and more)

Apply now to be part of a team that’s committed to transforming young lives in an inspiring and inclusive environment.

This vacancy is with an independent specialist school that is part of a well-established education and care provider group. Name has been anonymised for the purpose of this advert.

For immediate consideration, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your CV, highlighting your relevant work experience, education history and contact details.

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