Lead Clinician

Miller House School; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider seeks a Lead Clinician to oversee a multi-disciplinary team at a school in Leicester. This role focuses on creating tailored assessment and intervention strategies for students with additional needs. Join us to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with optional contributions

Mental health support access

80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Paid fertility treatment

Qualifications

• Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism with additional needs.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle.
• Continuing professional development relevant to the setting.

Responsibilities

• Line manage and lead a multi-disciplinary clinical team.
• Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice.

Skills

Sensitivity

Conflict Resolution

Collaboration

Data Management

Education

Relevant level degree in Psychology

Registered with the HCPC

Job description

We currently have an opportunity for a Lead Clinician to join our Clinical Team. The post holder will line manage and lead the multi-disciplinary team and work collaboratively to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as they expand their clinical provision, making a real difference and implementing a holistic, therapeutic approach.

You will be responsible for holding a caseload alongside other clinicians, with the full support of our well-established and knowledgeable Clinical Team. You will also contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. This challenging and rewarding role is suited for a resilient and enthusiastic individual with a therapeutic approach, decision-making skills, and the ability to manage their workload.

Our Clinical Team supports a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish, always prioritizing their needs. All settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting them whenever possible.

We strive for excellence in caring for our pupils, which is why we are a leading service provider in the UK. We seek a Lead Clinician who shares our vision: to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and successful.

Opening Summer 2025

About the Group

Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality education and special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland, and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.

Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.

• Relevant level degree in Psychology, OT, SLT
• Registered with the HCPC and your professional body
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or autism with additional needs (e.g., complex trauma, mental health, challenging behaviors)
• Ability to collaborate with key partners
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Continuing professional development relevant to the setting
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
• Skills in data management, collection, and analysis for service development and projects

What’s in it for you?

You will work with an ambitious and driven service supported by a talented team. This role is key to service development and offers an opportunity to make a positive impact on lives.

We provide a friendly, inclusive environment where employees are valued, respected, and heard. Our benefits support your professional and personal growth, including career development opportunities.

Your health and wellbeing are important. You’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional contributions
• Access to mental health support and physical health checks
• *80% of contractual hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support: enhanced maternity/paternity leave, paid fertility treatment

Additional benefits via Vista platform include:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance options
• Discounts in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.

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Vacancy ID 279573

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We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications.