Psychological Therapist - CYP residential/LAC

JR United Kingdom; Aberdeen City; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Psychological Therapist to join their team, primarily based from home while traveling as required. The role involves providing essential therapeutic support and developing a center of excellence in trauma and attachment. Candidates must have relevant experience in CYP services and be registered with appropriate governing bodies.

Benefits

Flexible hours (3 to 5 days per week)

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience with CYP residential/LAC services and systems is mandatory.
• Registration/accreditation required.
• Experience in Psychological Therapies is key.

Responsibilities

• Work with external organizations, including schools, providing consultations.
• Develop and lead therapy service focused on developmental trauma.
• Conduct assessments and training.

Skills

Therapeutic input

Consultation

Reflective practice

Education

Registered/accredited with relevant governing body

Job description

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Psychological Therapist - CYP residential/LAC, Aberdeen

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Shire

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Posted:

06.06.2025

Expiry Date:

21.07.2025

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Job Description:

Shire Healthcare is recruiting for a Psychological Therapist to work from home with travel required to Hitchin and Bedford.

About the employer:

This employer delivers bespoke packages to children and young people who have experienced developmental trauma, working with children's residential homes, local authorities, supported accommodation providers, and educational settings. They also provide therapeutic support to organizations to develop trauma-informed practices.

Role snapshot:

The role involves working with external organizations, including schools and educational settings, offering consultations, reflective practice, some direct therapeutic input, assessments, and training. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to help develop and lead this therapy service, contributing to the company's centre of excellence in developmental trauma and attachment. Most of this role will be working from home.

Contract type: – permanent

Hours: – 3 to 5 days per week, flexible

Experience required:

Experience working with CYP residential/LAC services and systems is mandatory. Registration/accreditation with the relevant governing body is required.

Why Shire Healthcare?

We understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and offer a bespoke service to ensure your skills and experience are well represented. You will work with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 19 years of experience, including 13 years specializing in Psychological Therapies. She offers support with CV writing, interview preparation, and knowledge of the employer and role.

If interested, please apply today. Not for you? Refer others who meet the criteria and receive a referral bonus.