Senior Assistant Psychologist

The Cambian Group; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading specialist education services provider is seeking a Senior Assistant Psychologist in Blandford Forum. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will support the psychologist in providing psychological assessments and interventions for young people. Candidates must have a degree in Psychology and experience in an Assistant Psychologist role. The position offers a salary of £26,780 pro rata and includes comprehensive training and support.

Benefits

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Full support from the MDT team

Opportunity to learn from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• A degree or higher in Psychology is required.
• Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society is required.
• 1 year experience or more in an Assistant Psychologist role is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Support the qualified psychologist for a defined caseload of young people.
• Attend MDT student reviews and complete outcome measurements.
• Work autonomously and take a team-player approach.

Skills

Experience in Assistant Psychologist role

Understanding of therapeutic boundaries

Experience with ASD and/or learning disabilities

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Education

Degree in Psychology

Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Job description

Job Details

Senior Assistant Psychologist – Salary £26,780 pro rata, Full time, Monday to Friday, The Forum School, Shillingstone, Blandford Forum, Dorset.

Main duties of the job

We are an innovative and friendly team with high levels of job satisfaction. You will work alongside a full multidisciplinary team including Qualified Psychologist, Occupational Therapy, SaLT, Psychiatry and Nursing. We offer direct support from a Regional Clinical Lead, manageable caseloads, effective supervision and cutting‑edge programme opportunities throughout the group.

About us

Cambian specialist education services are improving the outcomes of children and young people every day. Our schools and colleges provide support to children with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Asperger Syndrome, Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties, Social, Emotional and Mental Health, and Complex Needs.

Job responsibilities

Support the qualified psychologist for a defined caseload of young people with Psychology specified in their EHCP, providing psychological assessment and interventions with support from the Psychologist. Work autonomously: attend MDT student reviews, complete outcome measurements and care‑planning exercises for each student. Take a hands‑on, strong team‑player approach with excellent communication, organisational and time‑management skills.

Candidate Profile

• A degree or higher in Psychology
• Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
• 1 year experience or more in an Assistant Psychologist role
• Experience working with ASD and/or learning disabilities (preferred)
• Good understanding of therapeutic boundaries and evidence‑based interventions
• Highly organised, proactive, resilient, reflective and flexible practitioner

Benefits and support

• Full support from the MDT team
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing training
• Opportunity to learn from dedicated and inspirational professionals

Visa and immigration

Please note, due to government changes to UK immigration policy, individuals requiring a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship if the UKVI salary threshold is not met or the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility before applying.

Person Specification

Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification to be offered the post.

Safeguarding

Cambian is committed to safeguarding and protecting young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.

Equal opportunities

Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service.