Clinical/Forensic/Counselling Psychologist

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

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.

• 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

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