Clinical Psychologist

Teaching Personnel; Pilning; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A special education provider in Pilning is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to shape the emotional and behavioral development of students with autism. You will assess individual psychological needs and deliver tailored interventions while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should be HCPC-registered with experience in educational or clinical settings. This role offers a permanent contract for term time only, with a salary range of £33,952.77 to £39,366.78.

Benefits

Free child protection and prevent duty training

Full assistance with DBS checks

Qualifications

• Experience supervising Assistant Psychologists.
• Background in educational, care, or clinical settings.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychological needs of students and deliver tailored interventions.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to embed Positive Behaviour Support strategies.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with Autism and complex needs

Skilled in multi-disciplinary collaboration

Passionate about evidence-based practice and continuous learning

Education

HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist with a postgraduate qualification in Psychology

Job description

Clinical Psychologist
Location: Pilning, South Gloucestershire
Actual Salary: £33,952.77 - £39,366.78
Hours: 24 hours per week (3 days, to be discussed at interview)
Contract: Permanent, term time only (44.67 paid weeks)

Teaching Personnel have a great opportunity to work with a Special Education school based in Pilning. The offer flexible, inclusive education and a positive, vibrant learning community, for children and young people aged 7-19 with a primary or secondary diagnosis of autism and related social and communication needs.

As the Clinical Psychologist, you’ll play a central role in shaping the emotional and behavioural development of the students. You’ll work closely with young people to assess their psychological needs and deliver tailored interventions that support their growth and independence. Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll help embed Positive Behaviour Support strategies across the school, ensuring every child receives consistent, compassionate care.

Candidate requirements

• HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist with a postgraduate qualification in Psychology
• Experience supporting young people with Autism and complex needs
• Background in educational, care, or clinical settings
• Skilled in multi-disciplinary collaboration
• Experience supervising Assistant Psychologists
• Passionate about evidence-based practice and continuous learning

If this opportunity is for you please send your CV to Abigail Simpson

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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