Psychologist - Learning Disability & Autism Support

National Learning Network; Navan; On-site; EUR 58,000 - 84,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Educational leave

24 days annual leave

Bike to work scheme

Income protection

Unpaid leave

Digital Doctor

Financial support for studying and/ or

study leave

Long Service Reward Scheme

Sick leave

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Job summary

National Learning Network in Ireland is seeking a dedicated Psychologist on a fixed-term, part-time basis (28 hours per week). You will contribute to person-centred assessment, therapeutic intervention, and safeguarding for individuals with intellectual disabilities, working within a multidisciplinary team.

In this role you will collaborate with families and professionals to promote wellbeing and independence, provide staff training, and contribute to service evaluation and best practices.

Qualifications

• Master’s and/or Doctorate level in Psychology recognised by professional bodies (PSI or BPS).
• At least 3 years’ experience in Learning Disability/Autism/Mental Health contexts.
• Commitment to safeguarding and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessment and evidence-based intervention and prepare professional reports.
• Support planning: assist students/service users in goal setting and action planning.
• Provide staff training, clinical supervision, and guidance to ensure quality service delivery.
• Collaborate with families, professionals, and external agencies to enhance integrated services.
• Contribute to service evaluation, risk management, and research to improve practices.

Skills

Assessment & Intervention

Staff training & supervision

Collaboration with families & agencies

Quality assurance & research

Education

Master’s and/or Doctorate in Psychology (PSI/BPS recognition)

Job description

National Learning Network in Ireland is seeking a dedicated Psychologist on a fixed-term, part-time basis (28 hours per week). You will contribute to person-centred assessment, therapeutic intervention, and safeguarding for individuals with intellectual disabilities, working within a multidisciplinary team.

In this role you will collaborate with families and professionals to promote wellbeing and independence, provide staff training, and contribute to service evaluation and best practices.