Assistant Psychologist

Assistant Psychologist – Witherslack Group

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Those Huge Small Victories

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.

£26,246 - £28,962 + excellent benefits

Get Out What You Put In

This role is based at Hinckley House School. Hinckley House School is an independent day school providing specialist primary education in Market Bosworth. The school meets the needs of a diverse group of pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, alongside a range of other associated conditions.

Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined‑up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro‑developmental conditions and special educational needs.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will develop your skills in building relationships and engaging children and young people in assessments and interventions under the direction of a qualified psychologist. You’ll be part of a multi‑disciplinary clinical team, supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people.

• A degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, with components relating to young people and mental health or autism; you’ll be eligible for graduate BPS membership.
• Experience working with young people who have developmental trauma and/or neurodevelopmental needs such as autism, SEMH and ADHD.
• The resilience to deal with challenging situations.
• A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who rolls up their sleeves to help others.
• Honesty, empathy and a genuine care for our young people (and each other).

• Training: A full induction and on‑the‑job training.
• Holiday: 35 days holiday, including bank holidays.
• Clinical Development: A leading programme of clinical learning and development.
• Flexible benefits:
  Life insurance and other benefits you can adjust.
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice, including employee assistance.
• Medical cover:
  Reimbursement for optician or dentist appointments and high‑street discounts.
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities.
• Recommend‑a‑friend scheme: £2,000 bonus each time a friend is recruited.

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and belongs. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and abilities and are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer. If you need any adjustments to support you through the recruitment process or in the workplace, we’ll support you every step of the way.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.