Practitioner Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in special needs education seeks an experienced Practitioner Psychologist to join their expanding clinical team. This role involves developing tailored assessment and intervention plans for children and young people, contributing to staff training, and fostering a supportive environment. With a competitive salary of up to £65,000 and a £5,000 welcome bonus, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

Flexible working

Health and wellbeing support

Pension

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate).
• Registered with the HCPC.
• Experience with intellectual disabilities and/or autism preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Manage a caseload and contribute to staff training.
• Support a nurturing environment focused on pupils' wellbeing.

Skills

Experience working with children and young people

Assessment and intervention planning

Collaborative working

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Psychology

Registered with the HCPC

Leadership/management qualifications

Job description

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Practitioner Psychologist, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

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Client:

Outcomes First Group

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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Job Description:

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 after final probation. T&C's 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 bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils. This role involves managing a caseload, contributing to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice, supporting a nurturing environment focused on pupils' wellbeing.

Our clinical team supports a culture of safeguarding, ensuring pupils are heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting them. We aim to build futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and successful.

Location options include Barton School, Bradford Beacon School, and Armley Grange School.

About the Group:

Outcomes First Group is an independent provider of high-quality special needs education, committed to positive outcomes and a Great Place to Work.

For more information, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

• Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate)
• Experience working with children and young people with intellectual disabilities and/or autism
• Registered with the HCPC
• Additional leadership/management qualifications preferred

Benefits include flexible working, health and wellbeing support, pension, and career development opportunities. All roles require an enhanced DBS check and safeguarding compliance.