Practitioner Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to join their expanding therapy team. This role focuses on working with children and young people with diverse needs, offering a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a child-centered environment. You will deliver assessment and intervention plans, manage a caseload, and collaborate with education and clinical colleagues. With a commitment to safeguarding and pupil involvement, this position promises career development within a friendly and inclusive atmosphere. Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to positive outcomes and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Life assurance

Pension

Wellbeing support

Flexible benefits

Support and supervision

Tailored CPD opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Educational) required.
• Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities/autism is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver assessment and intervention plans while managing a caseload.
• Collaborate with clinical colleagues to support engagement and outcomes.

Skills

Collaborative working skills

Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills

Data management skills

Therapeutic approach

Decision-making skills

Education

Doctoral degree in Psychology

Tools

Professional body registration

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 the 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: The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Salary: up to £55,000 depending on experience

Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only (full-time or part-time options available; please contact us for details)

Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle

Join our expanding therapy team across three diverse schools, working with children and young people aged 4-19 with various needs. Collaborate with education and clinical colleagues to support engagement and outcomes. This role offers a chance to develop your skills and make a significant impact in a child-centered environment.

About the role

We are expanding our clinical service and seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to deliver assessment and intervention plans. You will manage a caseload with support from our Clinical Team, contribute to staff training, and participate in reflective practice. This position is ideal for resilient, enthusiastic individuals with a therapeutic approach and decision-making skills.

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

Location

The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB

About Outcomes First Group

The largest independent provider of high-quality education and special needs education in the UK, committed to positive outcomes and a great work environment. Certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for five consecutive years. Brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.

Criteria

• Doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Educational)
• Registered with HCPC and own professional body
• Experience with individuals with intellectual disabilities/autism and additional needs
• Collaborative working skills
• Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
• Continuing professional development
• Post-qualification experience with children and/or adults
• Full UK Driving Licence and own vehicle
• Data management skills

Additional Benefits

• Varied caseload across Neurodiversity, ASD, and complex needs
• Support and supervision
• Tailored CPD
• Opportunities to shape the service
• Part of the Outcomes First Group clinical network

What’s in it for you?

Work with an ambitious team, support service development, and make a positive difference. Enjoy a friendly, inclusive environment, career development, and a comprehensive benefits package including life assurance, pension, wellbeing support, and flexible benefits through Vista.

Our commitment to safeguarding pupils means all applicants will undergo checks and DBS screening. We may close the vacancy early if we receive many applications.