Psychological Therapist - CYP residential/LAC

JR United Kingdom; Chester; Remote; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Psychological Therapist to provide bespoke therapy services from home with flexible working hours. The role involves collaboration with various organizations, offering consultations, assessments, and training, specifically targeting children and young people's services. The candidate should have experience with CYP residential services and must be registered with a relevant governing body.

Benefits

Referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in developmental trauma and attachment is beneficial.
• Registration/accreditation essential.

Responsibilities

• Work with external organizations, offering consultations and direct therapeutic input.
• Develop and lead therapy services contributing to a centre of excellence.

Skills

Experience working with CYP residential/LAC services

Consultation skills

Therapeutic input

Education

Registration/accreditation with relevant governing body

Job description

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Psychological Therapist - CYP residential/LAC, Chester

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Client:

Shire

Location:

Chester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Views:

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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 to Hitchin and Bedford.

About the employer:

This employer provides 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 offer therapeutic support to organizations to develop trauma-informed practices.

Role snapshot:

The role involves working with external organizations, including schools, 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. A significant part of the role will be working from home.

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 3–5 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 in any employment offer.

You will work with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 19 years of experience, including 13 years 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.