Trauma‑Informed Assistant Psychologist – Home‑Based

Keys; Taunton; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Keys Group is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support qualified clinicians in embedding therapeutic, trauma-informed practice across homes in the region. The role focuses on CPD, research, and high-quality care for children and teams, with home-based work and regional travel.

You will contribute to supervision, development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within Children’s Residential Services. DBS clearance is required and Armed Forces Covenant commitments are noted.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology or equivalent/related field.
• Driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Experience of working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience using IT systems and recording information appropriately.
• Experience of working with care experienced children including working with teams around the child.

Responsibilities

• Support the assessment and therapeutic care of children and young people, delivering psychological interventions under supervision and promoting the Keys Connect model.
• Assist with psychometric assessments, outcome measures, and the development of therapeutic resources and training.
• Contribute to service development, multidisciplinary working, and effective communication with partner agencies.
• Engage in regular clinical supervision, team meetings, and ongoing professional development.
• Apply evidence-based practice, support research activity where appropriate, and produce required reports and records.
• Work within professional, ethical, safeguarding, equality, and organisational policies, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Complete administrative duties, travel as required, and undertake other reasonable duties appropriate to the role.

Skills

Driving licence

Multidisciplinary teamwork

IT systems

Care-experienced children

Research knowledge

Education

Degree in Psychology or related field

Job description

Keys Group is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support qualified clinicians in embedding therapeutic, trauma-informed practice across homes in the region. The role focuses on CPD, research, and high-quality care for children and teams, with home-based work and regional travel.

You will contribute to supervision, development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams within Children’s Residential Services. DBS clearance is required and Armed Forces Covenant commitments are noted.