Practitioner Psychologist

Raven Medical Staffing; Heath; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to provide specialist assessments and interventions at Meadowcroft School. You will work with pupils aged 5-19, many of whom have experienced developmental trauma. The role offers a competitive salary up to £65,000 plus bonus and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will hold a doctoral qualification in Psychology and be HCPC registered.

Benefits

£3,000 Welcome Bonus

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension and wellbeing benefits

CPD Training Allowance

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist is essential.
• Experience in supporting children with SEMH or neurodiverse needs.
• Skilled in assessment and therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessment and intervention to pupils aged 5-19.
• Manage your own caseload with support from supervisors.
• Contribute to individual therapy plans and training.

Skills

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Therapeutic intervention

Report writing

Education

Doctoral-level qualification in Psychology

Job description

Overview

Practitioner Psychologist - Education Setting (Up to £65,000 + £3,000 Welcome Bonus)

Location: Meadowcroft School, Wakefield, WF1 4AD

Salary: Up to £65,000 (FTE, DOE) + £3,000 Welcome Bonus
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday (Part-time considered)
Contract: Permanent | Term-time only or full-time flexibility available

About the Opportunity

Our agency is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of Outcomes First Group (OFG) for an exciting opportunity at Meadowcroft School in Wakefield.

We\'re seeking an experienced and motivated Practitioner Psychologist to join the school\'s dedicated multidisciplinary clinical team. This is a fantastic chance to make a genuine difference within a supportive educational environment, while enjoying excellent professional development and work-life balance.

Why You\'ll Love This Role

• 4-Day Week with Full Pay - enjoy a better work/life balance
• £3,000 Welcome Bonus - paid in two instalments
• £2,000 CPD Training Allowance after probation
• Opportunities to join research projects and special interest groups
• Access to a nationwide network of psychologists for training and peer development
• Support in mentoring apprentices, students, and therapy assistants

The Role

As a Practitioner Psychologist, you\'ll work closely with the education team to provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention to pupils aged 5-19. Many of the young people have experienced developmental trauma, are neurodivergent, or have social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

You\'ll manage your own caseload with the support of a clinical supervisor and site lead, contributing to individual therapy plans, staff training, consultation, and school-wide development initiatives.

This is a great opportunity for a resilient, creative and passionate psychologist who is keen to work collaboratively and help shape positive outcomes for children and young people.

About Meadowcroft School

Meadowcroft School is part of Acorn Education, within Outcomes First Group - the UK\'s leading provider of specialist education and care services. The school supports pupils aged 5-19 with a range of learning needs, helping them build confidence, independence and lifelong skills.

The environment is warm, inclusive and forward-thinking, offering an excellent platform for clinicians who want to combine evidence-based practice with a child-centred approach.

What\'s on Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Generous holiday entitlement (term-time flexibility available)
• Pension and wellbeing benefits
• Dedicated clinical supervision and support
• National training, development, and research opportunities
• Collaborative, values-driven work culture

Requirements

Essential:

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Doctoral-level qualification in Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Educational Psychology (or equivalent)
• Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH or neurodiverse needs
• Skilled in assessment, formulation, and therapeutic interventions
• Excellent communication and report-writing skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport

Desirable:

• Experience working in education settings
• Supervision experience
• Training in trauma-informed or evidence-based approaches

If the above position is of interest, simply apply now through CVLibrary! Should you wish to discuss further, please contact Jake Singh at Raven Medical Recruitment.

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