Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist

Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist

Salary: £49,649 – £67,891 per annum
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Specialist education setting (South West England)

About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and skilled Clinical, Forensic, or Counselling Psychologist to join a well-established, multidisciplinary team supporting young people with additional needs.

This is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact. You will use evidence-based psychological approaches to support the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural development of young people, helping to prepare them for adulthood and independent living.

Working within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team (MDT), you will play both a clinical and advisory role—delivering direct interventions while also supporting and guiding non-clinical staff to better understand and respond to complex behaviours and communication needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments using structured interviews and psychometric tools
• Design and deliver individual and group therapeutic interventions
• Support the development of positive behaviour strategies and communication approaches
• Provide consultation, guidance, and training to education and care staff
• Work collaboratively with internal teams and external professionals
• Supervise Assistant Psychologists and contribute to service development
• Promote independence and positive outcomes for young people

About You

We are looking for a confident and compassionate professional who is committed to improving outcomes for young people.

Essential:

• Doctorate-level qualification in Psychology
• Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist
• Experience working with young people, particularly those with autism (ages 11–16)
• Strong understanding of evidence-based psychological practice
• Ability to promote dignity, independence, and effective communication
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills

Desirable:

• Experience working in education or residential care settings
• Experience contributing to multidisciplinary or multi-agency teams

Why Join Us?

• Work as part of an experienced and supportive multidisciplinary team
• Access to dedicated therapy spaces and integrated clinical services
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression
• Be part of an innovative environment that values new ideas and high-quality clinical practice
• Make a genuine difference in the lives of young people

How to Apply

Please complete the online application form in full, including all employment and education history, and provide a personal statement.

Due to the nature of the role, the recruitment process is thorough and includes safeguarding checks. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must disclose all convictions and cautions (including those considered “spent,” unless protected under DBS filtering rules) to assess suitability for working with children.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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