Practitioner Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in special needs education is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to join their clinical team. This role involves delivering assessments and interventions for pupils, contributing to staff training, and managing a caseload in a nurturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a relevant psychology qualification and experience with children with intellectual disabilities or autism, along with HCPC registration.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Health and wellbeing support

Pension

Enhanced leave

Access to benefits platform

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate).
• HCPC registration required.
• Experience with children with intellectual disabilities or autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training and support a holistic approach.
• Manage a caseload with support from the clinical team.

Skills

Assessment

Intervention planning

Experience with children with intellectual disabilities

Experience with autism

Leadership

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist

Location: Regional Role working across Barton School, Bradford Beacon School & Armley Grange School.

Salary: Up to £65,000 (DOE) plus £5,000 Welcome Bonus (payable as one payment of £2,500 after one month and another of £2,500 after probation). T&Cs apply.

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks

Essential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle.

We are seeking an experienced Practitioner Psychologist to join our expanding clinical team. This role involves delivering assessment and intervention plans for pupils, contributing to staff training, and supporting a holistic, therapeutic approach. You will manage a caseload with the support of our clinical team, making a real difference in a nurturing environment that prioritizes safeguarding and pupil involvement.

About the Group: Outcomes First Group is an independent provider of high-quality special needs education, operating across England, Scotland, and Wales. We pride ourselves on being a 'Great Place to Work' and include brands like Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, visit our website.

Minimum requirements include a professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate), experience with children with intellectual disabilities or autism, HCPC registration, and preferably leadership qualifications.

Benefits include flexible working options, health and wellbeing support, pension, enhanced leave, and access to a benefits platform offering discounts and schemes. All roles are subject to safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Join us to make a positive impact and develop your career in a supportive, values-driven environment.