Practitioner Psychologist

JR United Kingdom; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in special needs education is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist to join their Clinical Team in Swindon. This role involves delivering tailored assessment and intervention plans, contributing to staff training, and ensuring a supportive environment for vulnerable young people. The position offers a competitive salary, a welcome bonus, and various benefits including a 4-day working week trial.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to contribute more

Wellbeing support services and health checks

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

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility support

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils.
• Contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice.
• Support a nurturing environment prioritizing pupil safety.

Skills

Experience with children and young people

Therapeutic approach

Decision-making ability

Education

Professional qualification in Psychology (Masters or Doctorate)

Registered with the HCPC

Additional leadership and management qualifications

Job description

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Practitioner Psychologist, Swindon, Wiltshire

Client: Outcomes First Group

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

21.05.2025

Expiry Date:

05.07.2025

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 upon completion of your probation period. T&Cs apply)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm

Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks

Essential: Full valid UK driving license and access to own vehicle

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

About the role:

We are expanding our clinical service and have an opportunity for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. The post holder will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils, contributing to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. This role suits a resilient, enthusiastic individual with a therapeutic approach and decision-making ability.

Our Clinical Team supports a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish, always prioritizing their safety and involvement in decisions. We aim for excellence in supporting vulnerable young people across the UK.

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

About the Group:

Outcomes First Group provides high-quality special needs education and has a strong community presence in England, Scotland, and Wales. Recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' in 2024, our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism. For more info, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/

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

For more details, see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. To discuss this role, contact: [email protected]

What's in it for you?

Join an ambitious service supported by an exceptional team. You'll have resources and time to implement your strategic vision, making a real difference with autonomy.

We offer a friendly, inclusive environment where your skills are valued. Our benefits include career development opportunities, a comprehensive reward package, and wellbeing support.

Benefits include:

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

Additional benefits via our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, include health and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle to Work, Electric Car Scheme, and Critical Illness Cover.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All successful applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and social media screening.

Note: We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if high volumes of applications are received.