Practitioner Psychologist

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

Job summary

A leading company in special needs education is seeking an experienced Practitioner Psychologist to join their Clinical Team. This role involves delivering assessments and interventions for pupils, contributing to staff training, and supporting a holistic approach. The organization offers a supportive environment and competitive benefits, including a substantial salary and welcome bonus.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with optional contributions

Mental health and physical wellbeing support

80% of contractual hours for 100% pay

Family Growth Support

Flexible benefits via Vista platform

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate).
• Registered with HCPC.
• Experience with intellectual disabilities/autism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training and support service development.
• Manage a caseload and work collaboratively with clinicians.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Leadership and management

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 £5000 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/week, Monday-Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks

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

About the role

We are expanding our clinical service and seeking an experienced Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. You will deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils, contribute to staff training, and support a holistic, therapeutic approach. The role involves managing a caseload, working collaboratively with clinicians, and supporting service development.

Our Clinical Team fosters a nurturing environment prioritizing safeguarding and pupil involvement. We aim to empower vulnerable young people to build bright futures.

About the Group

Outcomes First Group provides high-quality special needs education across England, Scotland, and Wales. Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' since 2020, our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Qualifications and Experience

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate)
• Experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities/autism and additional needs
• Registered with HCPC
• Leadership and management experience/qualifications (desirable)

Benefits

We offer a supportive, inclusive environment with opportunities for career development. Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with optional contributions
• Mental health and physical wellbeing support
• 80% of contractual hours for 100% pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support (maternity, paternity, fertility support)
• Flexible benefits via Vista platform (health, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Scheme, Critical Illness Cover)

All roles are subject to DBS checks and safeguarding procedures. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.