Counselling Psychologist

bMindful Psychology; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A mental health service provider in the North East is looking for a Counselling Psychologist to deliver therapeutic interventions and psychological support to children and young people. The ideal candidate will have experience in trauma-informed approaches and work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. This role offers competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salaries

Generous annual leave

Professional growth and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Access to well-being initiatives

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Registered Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experience with children and young people who have experienced trauma.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed approaches and attachment theory.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions.
• Deliver tailored therapeutic support to individuals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for care plans.

Skills

Registered with the appropriate professional body as a Practitioner Psychologist

Experienced in working with children and young people

Knowledgeable about trauma-informed approaches

Skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions

Effective communicator

Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children

Job description

Job Title

Counselling Psychologist

Hours: Part time or full time

Contract: Permanent

Location: North East

Salary: Up to £65,000 (dependent on experience)

Organisation: bMindful Psychology are currently recruiting a Counselling Psychologist to support our clients in the North East region.

Job Summary

In this role, you will play a key part in delivering therapeutic interventions and psychological support to children and young people who have experienced trauma, neglect, or instability. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including social workers, foster carers, and educators, you will contribute to creating a safe and nurturing environment for young people to thrive.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions to children and young people in care or at risk of entering care.
• Deliver therapeutic support tailored to individual needs.
• Offer consultation and guidance to foster carers, residential staff, and professionals on managing challenging behaviours and promoting emotional wellbeing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans that support psychological resilience and recovery.
• Contribute to training and workshops for professionals to enhance understanding of trauma, attachment, and mental health.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for care planning and statutory requirements.

A full Job Description can be obtained upon request.

Qualifications and Skills

• Registered with the appropriate professional body as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experienced in working with children and young people, particularly those who have experienced trauma or are in care.
• Knowledgeable about trauma-informed approaches, attachment theory, and child development.
• Skilled in delivering therapeutic interventions for complex emotional and behavioural needs.
• An effective communicator who can build trusting relationships with children, families, and professionals.
• Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable children and young people.

What We Offer

We are often asked “What makes bMindful Psychology a great place to work?” There are many reasons why people choose to work for us. We offer various career opportunities so you can use your skills to make a difference to the lives of children and young people living with challenging behaviour needs.

We offer great rewards and benefits, extensive learning and development opportunities, and health and wellbeing support, so whilst you’re busy caring for our children and young people, you can be assured that we’re caring for you.

• Competitive salaries
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development through a combination of face-to-face training, online courses, on-the-job training, and continuous supervision and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Modern head office located close to Manchester Airport with fantastic transport links
• Access to an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives
• Employee referral scheme
• Paid for DBS
• Travel expenses paid

About Us

bMindful Psychology is an award-winning mental health service provider, committed to delivering high-quality psychological support to marginalised children and young people who have experienced developmental and relational trauma. We are passionate about supporting the teams around the child to ensure positive outcomes through consultation, implementation of tailored care plans, and training. Our vision is to offer a comprehensive range of services to support professionals, who in turn can support children and young people to reach their potential and have rich and meaningful lives.

How to Apply

Our greatest asset is our team. We are a warm, welcoming team of individuals with a shared vision for exceptional services that support children and young people’s wellbeing. We recognise the importance of everyone who works at bMindful Psychology, as their commitment and passion are the driving force behind our success.

Please apply using the link below and attach your most recent CV. For further information about this vacancy please contact Laura Byrne on 0161 510 0111 or via email: [e-mail]