Clinical Psychologist

Aurora Hedgeway School; West of England; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in West of England is looking for a Clinical Psychologist to shape the emotional and behavioral development of students with Autism. The role involves assessing psychological needs, implementing support strategies, and guiding both staff and families. Successful candidates will have a relevant postgraduate qualification and experience in educational or clinical settings, with a passion for evidence-based practices. This position offers competitive pay and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Training & Development opportunities

Discounts on groceries and services

Employee Assistance Programme

Enhanced Annual Leave

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC-registered with a postgraduate qualification in Psychology.
• Experience with Autism and complex needs required.
• Background in educational, care, or clinical settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychological needs and deliver tailored interventions.
• Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team for Positive Behaviour Support.
• Provide expert guidance and training to staff and families.

Skills

HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience supporting young people with Autism

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Experience supervising Assistant Psychologists

Evidence-based practice

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Psychology

Job description

Overview and Responsibilities

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Clinical Psychologist – Aurora Hedgeway

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)

About us :

Aurora Hedgeway is a dynamic and inspiring provision for children and young people aged 7-19 with a primary or secondary diagnosis of Autism and related social and communication needs.

We offer every student the chance to explore and fulfil their own unique potential. With provision running from Key Stage 2 all the way through to post-16, we are set up to support children and young people at every stage of their academic journey.

Your Role as a Clinical Psychologist

As our Clinical Psychologist, you’ll play a central role in shaping the emotional and behavioural development of our 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.

You’ll also provide expert guidance and training to staff and families, empowering them to better understand and respond to the needs of the children in their care. Whether leading group sessions or offering one-to-one support, your work will be instrumental in helping our students thrive, both in school and beyond.

Skills and Qualifications

What we’re looking for

• 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

Benefits and Additional Information

What’s on Offer at Aurora?

We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you :

📚 Grow with Us – Training & Development

Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.

💸 Save Money on Everyday Essentials

With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further :

Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more

Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme

💰 Competitive Pay & Reward

We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy :

Enhanced Annual Leave

Company Sick Pay

Enhanced Pension

Life Assurance

🩺 24 / 7 GP Access – For You & Your Household

Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.

🦷 UK Health Cash Plan

Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!

🧠 Employee Assistance Programme

Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including :

Freephone counselling (available 24 / 7)

Online tools and resources

👯♀️ Refer a Friend – Earn £1,000!

Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!

Terms apply

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details.

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

Safeguarding Statement

Aurora Hedgeway School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.