Practitioner Psychologist

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

Job summary

A leading independent provider of special needs education is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to join their expanding clinical team. This role focuses on delivering assessments and interventions for children and young people, fostering a nurturing environment and supporting their development. With competitive salary and benefits, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable youth.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

Wellbeing support services and health checks

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

Family Growth Support (enhanced maternity/paternity leave, fertility support)

Qualifications

• Experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism.
• Additional experience and qualifications in leadership and management (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Manage a caseload alongside other clinicians.
• Contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice.

Skills

Therapeutic approach

Decision-making skills

Workload management

Education

Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate)

Registered with HCPC

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 (paid as £2,500 after one month and £2,500 after 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

We are looking for an outstanding and experienced Practitioner Psychologist to work in a key role for our service. This is a wide and varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping a service and driving change.

About the role:

We are expanding our clinical service during a time of growth. The Practitioner Psychologist will work collaboratively to deliver assessment and intervention plans for pupils. This role offers the opportunity to join an expanding clinical team, making a real difference with a holistic, therapeutic approach.

You will manage a caseload alongside other clinicians, with support from our Clinical Team, and contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. The role requires resilience, enthusiasm, a therapeutic approach, decision-making skills, and workload management.

Our Clinical Team supports a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish, with a strong safeguarding culture. Our pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting them.

Our goal is excellence in supporting vulnerable young people, building futures and empowering them to succeed.

Location:

Options Barton School, Bradford Beacon School, Armley Grange School

About Outcomes First Group:

We are an independent provider of high-quality special needs education, with a reputation for positive outcomes. In 2024, we were certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year. Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. More info at: 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, or behaviors of concern
• Registered with HCPC
• Additional experience and qualifications in leadership and management (desirable)

Benefits:

Join a driven, supportive service with resources to implement your strategic vision. Enjoy a friendly, inclusive environment that values your skills and offers career development opportunities.

Our benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• Wellbeing support services and health checks
• 80% of hours for 100% of pay (subject to probation)
• Family Growth Support (enhanced maternity/paternity leave, fertility support)

Additional benefits via Vista platform include health, insurance, discounts, Cycle to Work, electric car scheme, critical illness cover, and more.

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