Practitioner Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Maidstone; 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 tailored assessment and intervention plans for pupils, contributing to staff training, and fostering a nurturing environment. With a focus on wellbeing and career development, this position offers a competitive salary and benefits, including a £5,000 welcome bonus.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension

Mental health support

Flexible hours

Family support

Access to Vista benefits platform

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate).
• Experience with children/young people with intellectual disabilities/autism.
• HCPC registration required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training and support clinical expansion.
• Manage a caseload with support from the Clinical Team.

Skills

Assessment

Intervention planning

Leadership

Management

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Psychology

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 probation completion). 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 looking for an experienced Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. You will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils, contribute to staff training, and support clinical expansion.

You will manage a caseload with support from our Clinical Team, participate in training and consultation, and contribute to a nurturing, safeguarding-focused environment that respects and involves pupils in decisions.

Location Options

Barton School, Bradford Beacon School, Armley Grange School

About Outcomes First Group

We provide high-quality special needs education across the UK, with a strong reputation for positive outcomes and a certified 'Great Place to Work'. Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more information, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

Requirements

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

What We Offer

Join a driven, supportive team with resources to implement your vision. We focus on wellbeing, career development, and a positive work environment, offering benefits like Life Assurance, Pension, mental health support, flexible hours (including 80% pay for 100% hours), family support, and access to Vista benefits platform.

All roles require enhanced DBS checks, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare.