Educational Psychologist

National Autistic Society; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Une opportunité enthousiasmante au sein d'une organisation caritative de premier plan pour les personnes autistes. En tant que Psychologue Éducatif, vous travaillerez avec une équipe interdisciplinaire dédiée au développement et à la réussite des élèves autistes, offrant un soutien essentiel dans un cadre scolaire enrichissant. Ce poste propose un programme d'intégration complet et des opportunités de développement continu.

Benefits

Programmes de formation et de développement excellents

Accès à un programme d'assistance aux employés 24h/24

Réductions en ligne pour le personnel

Accès à l'application Headspace

Qualifications

• Expérience avec des enfants autistes.
• Gestion d'équipe souhaitée.
• Collaboration avec des professionnels divers.

Responsibilities

• Travailler avec des jeunes adultes et enfants autistes.
• Fournir un soutien professionnel et développement clinique.
• Améliorer l'expérience sociale et éducative des élèves autistes.

Skills

Travail d'équipe

Connaissance de l'autisme

Approche transdisciplinaire

Education

Doctorat en psychologie

Job description

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The National Autistic Society is the UK’s leading charity for autistic people. Since 1962, we’ve been transforming lives, changing attitudes, and helping to create a society that works for autistic adults and children.

We transform lives by providing support, guidance, and practical advice for the 700,000 autistic adults and children in the UK, as well as their three million family members and carers. Autistic people turn to us at key moments or challenging times in their lives, such as getting a diagnosis, going to school, or finding work.

We change attitudes by improving public understanding of autism and the difficulties many autistic people face. We also work closely with businesses, local authorities, and government to help them provide more autism-friendly spaces, deliver better services, and improve laws.

We have come a long way, but it is not good enough. There is still much to do to increase opportunities, reduce social isolation, and build a brighter future for people on the spectrum. With your help, we can make it happen.

What we can offer you:

• Excellent induction, training, and development programs, including training about autism and opportunities to attend our conferences
• Online staff discount scheme for benefits such as cycle-to-work scheme and season ticket loans
• Access to a 24-hour employee assistance program
• Access to the Headspace App

We are passionate about supporting autistic people into work and particularly encourage applications from autistic individuals. We aim to support autistic people from all backgrounds and strive to reflect diversity in our staff and volunteers. We especially welcome applications from people from minority groups currently underrepresented in our workforce. Together, we can create a society that works for autistic people.

Who we are looking for:

An enthusiastic and committed Practitioner Psychologist to work closely with our transdisciplinary team, which includes Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Positive Behaviour Coordinators, and Specialist Teaching Staff. Some managerial experience and experience working with children diagnosed with autism are desirable.

The NAS’s Clinical Lead for Psychology will provide regular clinical support and professional development. We are seeking an Educational Psychologist at Robert Ogden School in Thurnscoe, South Yorkshire. The school caters to pupils aged 5 to 19 years, and you will work with autistic young adults, children, and their families in a school setting. We offer day placements.

The Psychology Service is a vital part of the school’s professional support team, aiming to improve the educational, social, environmental, and developmental experiences of our autistic pupils.

We seek an experienced Educational Psychologist who:

• Has extensive experience and knowledge of autism and a transdisciplinary team-based approach.
• Is excited about working collaboratively with other professionals and in partnership with young people and their families, providing a fully integrated and therapeutic educational approach.

We offer a comprehensive induction program, ongoing learning and development opportunities, regular one-to-one meetings, annual appraisals, and support. As a Psychologist at NAS, you will join a large network of over 15 psychologists and therapists working across NAS schools. We are committed to supporting staff development through supervision and CPD opportunities.

Your working hours will be 37 per week, with 45 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, to be taken during school closures and holidays.