Psychologist – SEN Team

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; West of England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Time

Competitive Salary

Professional Development

Collaborative Environment

Generous Leave

Job summary

Sanctuary Personnel in Bristol is seeking an innovative Psychologist to join a Special Educational Needs setting. You will support students facing significant challenges and collaborate with senior leaders to shape school-wide inclusion, behaviour and well-being policies.

The role includes advanced psychological assessments for complex profiles, producing statutory reports for EHCP reviews, and delivering evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT) with PBS frameworks.

Qualifications

• Experience as a psychologist in educational settings is preferred.
• Ability to conduct advanced psychological assessments for students with complex profiles.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior leaders to shape school-wide inclusion, behaviour and well-being policies.
• Conduct advanced psychological assessments for students with complex profiles and produce statutory reports.
• Design and deliver evidence-based therapies (CBT, ACT) and PBS frameworks.
• Lead professional development training and provide reflective supervision to staff.
• Act as liaison between families, clinical teams, SEN departments and social care.

Skills

Psychological assessment

CBT

ACT

PBS

Professional development

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

We are seeking an innovative Psychologist to join our vibrant team within a Special Educational Needs setting in the beautiful city of Bristol, UK. You will be working in an environment that embraces a compassionate and forward-thinking approach, providing vital support to students facing significant challenges. Earning between £54,584.00 and £64,058.00 annually on a full-time basis, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in shaping the future of these young individuals. With a supportive culture that values true collaboration and a commitment to excellence, you will find plenty of opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

Perks and benefits:

• – Full Time: Enjoy the security and stability of a full-time role, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in your professional responsibilities.
• – Competitive Salary: Benefit from a generous salary package that reflects your skills and dedication.
• – Professional Development: Take advantage of ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your expertise.
• – Collaborative Environment: Work within a multidisciplinary team and benefit from a supportive and inclusive culture.
• – Generous Leave: Enjoy a healthy work-life balance with ample holiday allowance.

What you will do:

• – Collaborate with senior leaders to shape school-wide inclusion, behavior, and well-being policies, while championing a trauma-informed, neurodiversity-affirming culture backed by action research.
• –Conduct advanced psychological assessments for students with complex profiles (including severe learning difficulties, ASC/ADHD, and SEMH) and produce statutory psychological reports for EHCP reviews and tribunals.
• –Design and deliver evidence-based therapies (e.g., CBT, ACT) and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) frameworks to manage placement fragility and Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA).
• –Lead professional development training in child development and provide structured reflective supervision to support staff well-being and mitigate burnout.
• –Act as a critical liaison between families, onsite clinical teams, local authority SEN departments, and social care to ensure unified, wrap-around support.

We welcome applications from: Forensic Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist & Educational Psychologist as we have suitable positions for all of these. If you’re looking for Psychotherapist, Assistant Psychologist, or other Mental Health roles we also have these types of vacancies available.

Regretfully we are only able to respond to candidates who meet these requirements for this Psychologist role as we need to meet our clients’ requirements.

Living and working in Bristol offers a unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty. With its vibrant arts scene, diverse culinary offerings, and scenic landscapes, Bristol is more than just a city; it’s a dynamic place full of opportunities and adventures. Make this amazing place your home while building a fulfilling career as a psychologist within our supportive and inspiring setting.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:

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