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Assistant Psychologist
| Posting date: | 23 July 2024 |
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| Salary: | £32,076 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 August 2024 |
| Location: | Ipswich, Suffolk, IP1 2BX |
| Company: | Suffolk County Council |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 15934 |
Summary
- Suffolk County Council – Based in Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds or Lowestoft - Community Based
- £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week
- Fixed term for 12 months as pre-doctorate qualification experience.
We are currently recruiting Assistant Psychologists to join us within our Psychology and Therapeutic Services. This is an excellent stepping stone for psychology graduates aiming to advance their careers in child or educational psychology while making a meaningful impact in their community.
You will be working across the county with a base in Lowestoft, Ipswich or Bury St Edmunds, whilst working collaboratively with other colleagues as part of the county service.
You will:
- have a good psychology degree at 2:1 or above recognised by The British Psychological Society
- be enthusiastic, inclusive and person-centred
- have an outcome and solution-oriented approach to your work
- have the enthusiasm to work as part of a team, working with other colleagues across Suffolk
- have a strong commitment to developing consultation and therapeutic approaches
- work to gain the knowledge, skills and experience to progress to a doctoral training programme in child / educational psychology.
We offer you:
- high-quality supervision, working within a supportive environment in which to develop your professional skills
- a commitment to consultation-based and person-centred approaches
- an innovative work environment with colleagues who are committed to working together to develop a range of whole school approaches
- collaborative group work as well as individual work with staff and young people to promote positive outcomes for children, young people and their families
- flexible working.
You will work from a value base that demonstrates Suffolk's WE ASPIRE values (Wellbeing, Equality, Achieve, Support, Pride, Inspire, Respect and Empowerment). This will include being proactive in developing inclusive, person-centred / strengths-based approaches that enhance confidence and emotional wellbeing and supports children and young people to flourish.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Marie Osborn for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 265538 or emailing marie.osborn@suffolk.gov.uk or Holly Robertson by calling 01473 265975 or emailing holly.robertson@suffolk.gov.uk
If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx) and familiarise yourself with our service by looking at our website: www.suffolk.gov.uk/pts
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Give an example of how you have used a person-centred approach in your work or studies. What did you do and what was the outcome?
2. How do you stay updated with current research, legislation and developments in child and educational psychology? Give an example of how you've applied this knowledge of psychology to your practice.
3. Give an example of how you've contributed to developing inclusive practices in an educational or community setting. What was your role, what did you do and what did you learn about yourself?
4. Part of this role, is to undertake research. Describe some research you have undertaken and reflect upon what you learnt from this.
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 August 2024
Interview date: 9 or 12 August 2024
With an ideal start date of 2 September 2024
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).
- £32,076 per annum (pro rata if part time)
- 37 hours per week
- Fixed term for 12 months as pre-doctorate qualification experience.
We are currently recruiting Assistant Psychologists to join us within our Psychology and Therapeutic Services. This is an excellent stepping stone for psychology graduates aiming to advance their careers in child or educational psychology while making a meaningful impact in their community.
You will be working across the county with a base in Lowestoft, Ipswich or Bury St Edmunds, whilst working collaboratively with other colleagues as part of the county service.
You will:
- have a good psychology degree at 2:1 or above recognised by The British Psychological Society
- be enthusiastic, inclusive and person-centred
- have an outcome and solution-oriented approach to your work
- have the enthusiasm to work as part of a team, working with other colleagues across Suffolk
- have a strong commitment to developing consultation and therapeutic approaches
- work to gain the knowledge, skills and experience to progress to a doctoral training programme in child / educational psychology.
We offer you:
- high-quality supervision, working within a supportive environment in which to develop your professional skills
- a commitment to consultation-based and person-centred approaches
- an innovative work environment with colleagues who are committed to working together to develop a range of whole school approaches
- collaborative group work as well as individual work with staff and young people to promote positive outcomes for children, young people and their families
- flexible working.
You will work from a value base that demonstrates Suffolk's WE ASPIRE values (Wellbeing, Equality, Achieve, Support, Pride, Inspire, Respect and Empowerment). This will include being proactive in developing inclusive, person-centred / strengths-based approaches that enhance confidence and emotional wellbeing and supports children and young people to flourish.
Empowering Everyone
We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report
For more information
Please contact Marie Osborn for a casual conversation. You can reach them by calling 01473 265538 or emailing marie.osborn@suffolk.gov.uk or Holly Robertson by calling 01473 265975 or emailing holly.robertson@suffolk.gov.uk
If you want to apply for a secondment, read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (JPP) (docx) and familiarise yourself with our service by looking at our website: www.suffolk.gov.uk/pts
Step 2 - Click ‘Apply Now’ to start your online application.
Step 3 - Upload a supporting statement answering the following questions below (no more than 300 words per question). You should use the Supporting Statement template.
1. Give an example of how you have used a person-centred approach in your work or studies. What did you do and what was the outcome?
2. How do you stay updated with current research, legislation and developments in child and educational psychology? Give an example of how you've applied this knowledge of psychology to your practice.
3. Give an example of how you've contributed to developing inclusive practices in an educational or community setting. What was your role, what did you do and what did you learn about yourself?
4. Part of this role, is to undertake research. Describe some research you have undertaken and reflect upon what you learnt from this.
Step 4 - Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note: Without a supporting statement and CV, your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format. If you would like an adjustment to this process due to a disability, please contact us at 03456 014412 or recruitment@suffolk.gov.uk
Closing date: 11.30pm, 4 August 2024
Interview date: 9 or 12 August 2024
With an ideal start date of 2 September 2024
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.
As a modern and effective council, we offer a wide variety of careers to suit people with a range of skills, abilities and ambitions. We offer working options that flex to reflect the way people work today and take the time to understand and support your individual needs. We’re driven to make a positive difference to the world around us and encourage everyone with drive and focus to join us and build an influential and impactful career. Reimagine the possibilities.
In return, you’ll enjoy:
up to 29 days annual leave entitlement (pro rata), plus UK bank holidays and two paid volunteering days
membership of a competitive Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing benefits
performance-related annual pay progression, in addition to an annual cost-of-living pay increase
training and encouragement to expand your knowledge
a variety of career development opportunities across our organisation
diverse and active staff networks
flexible working options, with the right to request flexible working from your first day
Plus lots more!
If you want to know more about our benefits, values and equality commitments please visit our Suffolk County Council careers website (careers.Suffolk.gov.uk).