Practitioner Psychologist

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

Job summary

A leading company in special needs education is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to join their expanding clinical team. The role involves delivering assessment and intervention plans for pupils with complex needs, contributing to staff training, and fostering a nurturing environment. This position offers a competitive salary, a welcome bonus, and a supportive work culture focused on employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Wellbeing support services

80% of hours for 100% of pay

Family Growth Support

Flexible benefits via Vista platform

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Leadership and management qualifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice.
• Support a nurturing environment for pupils.

Skills

Therapeutic approach

Decision-making ability

Resilience

Education

Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate)

Job description

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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?

Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance. We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).

If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there's never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG.

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 upon final 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.

About the role:

We are expanding our clinical service and have an opportunity for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. The post holder will work collaboratively to deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils, contributing to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. This role is ideal for resilient, enthusiastic individuals with a therapeutic approach and decision-making ability.

Our Clinical Team supports a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish, with a strong safeguarding culture. We aim to build futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK.

Location:

Options Barton School, Bradford Beacon School, Armley Grange School.

About the group:

Outcomes First Group is an independent provider of high-quality special needs education, operating across England, Scotland, and Wales. We are proud to be a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years. 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 and/or autism, including complex trauma, mental health needs, and behaviors of concern.
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Additional leadership and management qualifications and experience preferred.

Benefits:

We offer a supportive environment, career development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services
• 80% of hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support (maternity, paternity, fertility treatments)
• Flexible benefits via Vista platform including health, insurance, discounts, cycle schemes, electric car purchase, and critical illness cover.

All roles are subject to DBS checks, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if filled.