CYP ASD/LD Therapy Trainee (NHSE-funded)

University College London Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a 12-month fixed-term Therapy Trainee ASD/LD within the CYP Psychological Training Programme. The role delivers supervised, evidence-based interventions for autistic and learning-disabled children and young people, within a multidisciplinary team and a supportive training framework.

The post involves completing a PG diploma at UCL/Anna Freud, with supervision and stepped-care approaches, while continuing clinical

Qualifications

• Minimum second-class Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work).
• Knowledge of Autism and/or Learning Disabilities in children and young people.
• Safeguarding knowledge relevant to working with children.

Responsibilities

• Accept referrals with supervisor; assess suitability for treatment.
• Decide on referral suitability and refer if necessary.
• Formulate, implement and evaluate therapeutic interventions.
• Involve family/school in treatment and communicate clearly.

Skills

Engagement with autistic/LD children

Flexible communication

Reflective practice

Accurate record-keeping

IT literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology/related field

Postgraduate diploma/training in relevant field

Job description

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust invites applications for a 12-month fixed-term Therapy Trainee ASD/LD within the CYP Psychological Training Programme. The role delivers supervised, evidence-based interventions for autistic and learning-disabled children and young people, within a multidisciplinary team and a supportive training framework.

The post involves completing a PG diploma at UCL/Anna Freud, with supervision and stepped-care approaches, while continuing clinical