Practitioner Psychologist

Overview

Job Title : Practitioner Psychologist

Location : Underley Gardens School – Kirkby Lonsdale, LA6 2DZ; Waterloo Lodge School, Chorley, PR6 7AX; Oakfield House School, Preston, PR4 0YH. Contract : Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed). Hours : 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours. Flexible / full-time hours considered. Salary : Up to £70,000 (pro rata, DOE) plus £3,000 Welcome Bonus (one payment of £1,500 after one month and one payment of £1,500 after completion of final probation; T&Cs apply).

Overview : Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of world-class education. The role sits within a multidisciplinary clinical team delivering psychological assessment and intervention in an education setting, with opportunities for professional development, training, and involvement in research and network activities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, are neurodivergent, or have SEMH needs, in collaboration with the education team.
• Hold a psychological caseload with supervision and site leadership support; contribute to school development, staff training and consultation as required.
• Work within the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working to guide practice and maintain professional standards.
• Develop formulations and inform clinical intervention plans; write coherent and accurate clinical records, reports and intervention plans.
• Develop and deliver training to different cohorts; participate in safeguarding and pupil-centred decision making.
• Contribute to service development and improvement, including multi-disciplinary collaboration and liaison with families, carers and external agencies.
• Engage in CPD and use evaluation tools to demonstrate service effectiveness and outcomes.
• Travel between sites as required; hold a full driving licence and access to a car.

Essential Criteria

Desirable

Benefits and Development

About Outcomes First Group

Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education across England, Scotland and Wales. Our Acorn Schools meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity; Options Autism schools support autistic pupils; Momenta Connect supports young people to overcome barriers; Blenheim Schools enable high-quality independent and international schooling. Our vision is to empower every child with world-class education; our mission is to unlock pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity. Our promise emphasises listening, collaboration, accountability, and high standards of conduct.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and social media checks. We reserve the right to close vacancies early.

Job Reference : 287820

Note : This description reflects the role with Outcomes First Group and is not exhaustive of all duties. The group may adjust responsibilities as needed to meet organizational requirements.

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