Practitioner Psychologist
| Posting date: | 24 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 May 2025 |
| Location: | Oakham, Rutland |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Acorn Care and Education |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 275757FAJ |
Summary
How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist
Location: The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Salary: up to £55,000 depending upon experience
Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only (There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract if this is your preference, please get in touch.) (Part time will be considered)
Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Looking to take your Psychology career to the next level? Join our expanding therapy team across three diverse and dynamic schools, each offering unique opportunities to stretch your skills and shape your future.
We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Psychologist ready to grow and thrive in a collaborative, child-centred environment. You’ll be working with children and young people ages 4-19 with a range of needs, collaborating closely with education and clinical colleagues to support engagement and meaningful outcomes.
This is a varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping a service and driving transformational change.
About the role
We are excited to be expanding our clinical service during a time of growth for the service. We currently have an opportunity for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. The post holder will work collaboratively to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as they expand their clinical provision, making a real difference and implementing a holistic, therapeutic approach.
You will be responsible for holding a caseload alongside other clinicians, with the full support of our well-established and knowledgeable Clinical Team, you will also contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. Both a challenging and rewarding role, this position would suit a resilient and enthusiastic individual, with a therapeutic approach and the ability to make decisions, as well as manage their own workload.
When it comes to looking after our pupils, we strive for excellence, which is why we are the leading service provider in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.
Location: The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Stretton Shires School
Oakham Shires
Meadows View – Opening 2025
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality education and special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
Essential Criteria:
Doctoral level degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Educational)
Registered with the HCPC and own professional body.
Experience of working with people who have an intellectual disability and/or autism with additional needs (e.g. complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviours of concern).
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners.
Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively.
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting.
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with children and/or adults.
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required
Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
What we offer:
A rich and varied caseload across Neurodiversity, ASD, and complex needs
Strong multidisciplinary support and supervision
CPD tailored to your goals and clinical interests
A real opportunity to help shape a developing, forward-thinking team
Belonging to the wider Outcomes First Group clinical network
What’s in it for you?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist
Location: The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Salary: up to £55,000 depending upon experience
Contract: Permanent, Term-Time only (There may be scope for this role to be a full-time contract if this is your preference, please get in touch.) (Part time will be considered)
Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle
Looking to take your Psychology career to the next level? Join our expanding therapy team across three diverse and dynamic schools, each offering unique opportunities to stretch your skills and shape your future.
We’re looking for an experienced and enthusiastic Psychologist ready to grow and thrive in a collaborative, child-centred environment. You’ll be working with children and young people ages 4-19 with a range of needs, collaborating closely with education and clinical colleagues to support engagement and meaningful outcomes.
This is a varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping a service and driving transformational change.
About the role
We are excited to be expanding our clinical service during a time of growth for the service. We currently have an opportunity for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our Clinical Team. The post holder will work collaboratively to deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our pupils. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as they expand their clinical provision, making a real difference and implementing a holistic, therapeutic approach.
You will be responsible for holding a caseload alongside other clinicians, with the full support of our well-established and knowledgeable Clinical Team, you will also contribute to staff training, consultation, and reflective practice. Both a challenging and rewarding role, this position would suit a resilient and enthusiastic individual, with a therapeutic approach and the ability to make decisions, as well as manage their own workload.
When it comes to looking after our pupils, we strive for excellence, which is why we are the leading service provider in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering vulnerable young people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.
Location: The Shires – Oakham / Stretton / Meadows View, Rutland, LE15 6JB
Stretton Shires School
Oakham Shires
Meadows View – Opening 2025
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality education and special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
Essential Criteria:
Doctoral level degree in Psychology (Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, Educational)
Registered with the HCPC and own professional body.
Experience of working with people who have an intellectual disability and/or autism with additional needs (e.g. complex trauma, mental health needs, behaviours of concern).
Ability to work collaboratively with a range of key partners.
Able to work sensitively with people and resolve conflict effectively.
Evidence of continuing professional development relevant to the setting.
Substantial and relevant post-qualification experience with children and/or adults.
Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required
Skills in the management of data are also important as the role includes collecting and analysing data to inform various pieces of service delivery, development and project work.
What we offer:
A rich and varied caseload across Neurodiversity, ASD, and complex needs
Strong multidisciplinary support and supervision
CPD tailored to your goals and clinical interests
A real opportunity to help shape a developing, forward-thinking team
Belonging to the wider Outcomes First Group clinical network
What’s in it for you?
Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward package including:
Life Assurance
Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package that’s right for you, including:
A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
100’s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
Cycle to Work Schemes
Electric Car Purchase Scheme
Critical illness cover
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS