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Job overviewThis is a unique and exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and committed individual to take a key clinical role in the development of psychological care pathways for the St Mary’s Hospital Major Trauma Centre. We are looking for a psychologist with experience in physical health trauma, to contribute to the implementation of the integrated psychological model of care, working in partnership with psychology leads and the Major Trauma team. This role will support the development of inpatient and outpatient follow-up screening and treatment pathways for survivors of major trauma. As well as an active clinical role, there will opportunities for supervision, support and training to assistant psychologists, working within the MTC pathways.The post-holder will be a member of the Clinical Health Psychology & Neuropsychology Department and will be joining our established Major Trauma Psychology team.Main duties of the jobThe successful candidate will have experience in working in relevant health settings as part of an MDT.The main duties include, but are not limited to:Working with the Major Trauma Psychology team and the Major Trauma Centre (MTC) MDT to deliver psychological pathways of carProvide clinical support to patients and their families on the established Major Trauma psychology pathways, on both an inpatient and outpatient basisSupport the development of a psychological milieu and a trauma-informed approach to care.Undertake complex assessments and intervention strategiesOffer consultancy and provide expert advice to MTC colleagues, and the wider clinical multi-professional team, other agencies and non-professional carers.Contribute to the design and delivery of education and training to the MTC MDT and for services on the wider NWL care pathways, where appropriateContribute to the coordination of the psychological response to major incidents in London Working for our organisationWest London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesThe Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attachedThe person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteria- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or equivalent).- Registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the HCPC and British Psychological Society.- Completion of formal training in supervisionDesirable criteria- Completion of post-doctoral training in relevant area.ExperienceEssential criteria- Assessed experience of working as a qualified practitioner psychologist, within a medical setting or a directly relevant area of specialism- Experience of highly specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature following physical injury or in the context of a complex medical condition.- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care settings including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.- Experience of working with, and addressing issues of diversity, including experience of working with a multicultural framework.- Experience of supervising assistant psychologists.Desirable criteria- Experience of teaching and training non-psychologist colleagues- Experience of supervising qualified psychologists.KnowledgeEssential criteria- Doctoral level knowledge of clinical psychology including highly developed knowledge of health psychology, rehabilitation, lifespan developmental psychology, models of psychopathology, clinical neuropsychology, and two or more distinct psychological therapies.- Knowledge of trauma informed care particularly in relation to physical health settings.- Evidence of continuing training in psychological practice through formal post-doctoral training (diploma/evidenced portfolio or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses- Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group and mental health issues.SkillsEssential criteria- Skills in application of psychological interventions in a specialist area (e.g. adapting CBT and third wave approaches for medical settings)- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and contribute to effective team functioning.- Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations.Other RequirementsEssential criteria- Ability to develop and maintain a therapeutic relationship.- Skills in application of psychological interventions in a specialist area (e.g. adapting CBT and third wave approaches for medical settings)- Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations.

Hurlingham Prep School is delighted to be able to invite applications for a KS1 Teaching Assistant. The appointment will commence September 2026.The successful candidate will be an exemplary educational practitioner who will embrace the core values of Hurlingham, and be a highly qualified, dynamic and caring teaching assistant, who is keen to work collaboratively with colleagues and to play an active role in the life of the whole school.Our vision for the school is to establish a learning community where we are viewed as “more than just a school”, where learning is at the heart for all; pupils, staff and parents. A culture of personal development and collaborative endeavour which is innovative, pushes boundaries and puts no ceiling on possibilities. We were proud to be announced as a finalist for 'Best Pre-Prep School of the Year' category in the Independent School of the Year Awards (ISOTY) 2025. This recognition builds on our recent Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) judgement of a ‘Significant Strength’ for our Early Years provision.The deadline for applications is midday on 11th March 2026. Applications will be considered as they are received and we may conduct interviews and make an appointment before the closing date.Please complete the application form and submit it together with a covering letter outlining your reasons for applying for the post to the Head, Simon Gould, either:by email to: or by post to: Simon Gould, Hurlingham School, 122 Putney Bridge Road, London SW15 2NQ.Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is our absolute priority. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Job overviewThe post holder will be responsible for leading Kensington and Chelsea CAMHS Emotional Disorders Team (EDT) -alongside the team’s consultant Psychiatrist- and for providing a highly specialist Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy service to children, young people and families experiencing mental health difficulties. They will deliver specialist psychotherapeutic assessments, formulations and interventions for young people and their families or carers, and offer expert psychodynamic consultation and advice to multidisciplinary colleagues and the wider professional network.The post holder will contribute to generic CAMHS functions, including initial assessments, urgent assessments, risk assessment and management, duty participation and care coordination, applying psychoanalytic understanding to the broader range of therapeutic work undertaken in CAMHS. The role includes providing consultation across partner agencies to promote psychologically informed approaches, and contributing to the supervision and development of trainees and less experienced clinicians, as appropriate to service need. The post holder will utilise research, audit and service evaluation skills to support service development and the implementation of evidence‑based practice, working collaboratively with senior clinicians and managers.Main duties of the jobBelow are some of the key duties of this role. For a more complete list, please refer to the attached Job Description:· Provide highly specialist psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy assessment and treatment for children, adolescents and families referred to Kensington and Chelsea CAMHS.· Formulate and implement psychotherapeutic treatment plans across the full range of Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy modalities, including STPP, longer-term psychotherapy, short- term interventions, parent–child therapy, parent work, adolescent group therapy and consultation, according to service needs.· Deliver generic CAMHS assessments, including initial assessments, urgent assessments, neurodevelopmental screening and risk evaluations, ensuring timely access to care pathways.· Provide skilled, sensitive written formulations and treatment plans.· Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop robust, evidence-informed risk management plans.· Offer specialist psychodynamic risk formulation guidance to the MDT and partner agencies.· Provide specialist psychodynamic consultation to MDT colleagues and external professionals (education, social care, voluntary sector).· Contribute to duty systems, MDT discussions, inter-agency liaison and complex case/network meetings.· Prepare clear clinical reports and letters and liaise effectively with young people, families and professionals.Working for our organisationCentral and North West London NHS Foundation Trust (CNWL) provides Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) across five boroughs – Brent, Harrow, Hillingdon, Westminster, and Kensington and Chelsea – as well as specialist services to regional and national partners.This post is based within Kensington and Chelsea CAMHS’s Emotional Disorders Team, which forms part of a large and well‑established CAMHS service which includes psychiatrists, child psychotherapists, psychologists, family therapists, nurses and other mental health professionals. The Emotional Disorders Team provides assessment and treatment for young people presenting with depression, anxiety disorders (including OCD, social anxiety and trauma- related presentations), self‑harm and suicidal ideation, and supports those with co‑occurring neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and ADHD.Kensington and Chelsea is an exceptionally diverse borough, and many families face significant social, cultural and environmental challenges. The post holder will contribute to highly specialist assessments, formulations and treatment planning for young people with complex mental health needs, within a service committed to collaborative, culturally attuned and evidence‑based practice.Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesClinical• Provide highly specialist psychoanalytic/psychodynamic psychotherapy assessment and treatment for children, adolescents and families referred to Westminster CAMHS.• Formulate and implement psychotherapeutic treatment plans across the full range of Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy modalities, including STPP, longer-term psychotherapy, short-term interventions, parent–child therapy, parent work, adolescent group therapy and consultation, according to service needs.• Deliver generic CAMHS assessments, including initial assessments, urgent assessments, neurodevelopmental screening and risk evaluations, ensuring timely access to care pathways.• Provide skilled, sensitive written formulations and treatment plans.• Carry out comprehensive risk assessments and develop robust, evidence-informed risk management plans.• Offer specialist psychodynamic risk formulation guidance to the MDT and partner agencies.• Provide specialist psychodynamic consultation to MDT colleagues and external professionals (education, social care, voluntary sector).• Contribute to duty systems, MDT discussions, inter-agency liaison and complex case/network meetings.• Prepare clear clinical reports and letters and liaise effectively with young people, families and professionals.• Act as care coordinator where appropriate, leading on planning, reviewing, and coordinating care with families and professional networks.• Deliver all clinical work with cultural sensitivity and awareness of systemic, identity-related, social and developmental factors impacting Westminster service users.• Ensure practice is informed by current evidence and make effective use of Routine Outcome Measures (ROMs).• Lead or participate in service evaluation, clinical audit, research and quality improvement projects.• Contribute to pathway development, policy shaping and service improvement across the Emotional Disorders Team and wider CAMHS.• Provide reflective practice, teaching and consultation to MDT colleagues, including potential contribution to work discussion groups.• Provide supervision to trainees, assistant psychotherapists or Band 7 clinicians where appropriate and according to service need.• Support the ongoing development of psychotherapy provision within Westminster CAMHS.• Work autonomously within professional, ethical and regulatory frameworks as defined by the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP) and within CNWL policies.• Actively use supervision and maintain high professional standards.Teaching, training, and supervision• Receive clinical supervision from the Lead Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist.• Participate in annual appraisal and objective-setting in line with Trust processes.• Maintain and develop specialist skills and knowledge in line with CAMHS competency frameworks and ACP requirements.• Engage in CPD to enhance psychotherapeutic practice and service contribution.• Provide high-quality supervision to trainee Child & Adolescent Psychotherapists and maintain liaison with training institutions to ensure excellent training placements.• Where appropriate and according to service need, supervise trainees, assistant psychotherapists, and Band 7 clinicians.• Contribute to the training and development of MDT colleagues, including reflective practice spaces and work discussion groups as required.Management, policy and service development• Exercise delegated clinical authority to support high-quality psychotherapeutic interventions within the Emotional Disorders Team and CAMHS.• Contribute to the development, evaluation and monitoring of service policies, pathways, and procedures.• Support the enhancement and evolution of Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy provision in line with service priorities and clinical governance standards.• Participate in service planning meetings, quality improvement initiatives and MDT development activities.Skills and Knowledge• Maintain high standards of clinical practice through active CPD engagement, in accordance with ACP professional requirements.• Act as a reflective and reflexive practitioner, contributing to the articulation of best practice within the service.• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, safeguarding frameworks, national guidance (including NICE), and NHS/NHS England policies relevant to CAMHS.• Attend team meetings, case discussions and professional network meetings, contributing psychodynamic perspectives to MDT formulation and care planning.• Undertake additional duties appropriate to the grade as required.Qualifications and Professional Registration• Completion of a doctoral-level postgraduate training in Psychoanalytic Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy, typically of six years duration (two years part-time pre-clinical plus four years full-time clinical training), accredited by the Association of Child Psychotherapists.• Prior to training, the candidate will have: · A relevant Honours degree or recognised equivalent (or Honours degree followed by postgraduate study),· Substantial professional experience with children and adolescents,· Demonstrated personal suitability (reflective capacity, maturity, emotional robustness).• Maintain full membership and registration with the Association of Child Psychotherapists.IT Responsibilities• Adhere to high standards of Information Governance, confidentiality and data protection (including GDPR).• Enter, update and retrieve clinical information using SystemOne and other electronic systems as required.• Maintain research, audit or evaluation databases to support service development and review.General• Maintain exemplary standards of clinical record-keeping, including accurate electronic documentation, timely report writing and adherence to professional governance.• Participate in all Trust-mandated training.• Comply with Trust policies and procedures relating to Health & Safety, Lone Working, Sickness and Absence, and Annual Leave.• Actively engage in internal and external CPD, sharing learning where appropriate.• Work in accordance with the Trust’s values, policies and professional codes.To be noted:• This list is not exhaustive; the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties consistent with the grade.• The job description will be reviewed periodically in line with service needs.• The post holder must comply with all Trust policies including Equal Opportunities, Health & Safety and Confidentiality.Person specificationEducation and QualificationsEssential criteria- ACP‑recognised pre‑clinical training to Master’s level (or equivalent).- Post‑graduate doctoral‑level training in Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy at an ACP‑accredited training school.- Full membership of the Association of Child Psychotherapists (ACP) or eligible for membership.- Evidence of compliance with ACP Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.Desirable criteria- Training in clinical supervision for Child & Adolescent Psychotherapists.- Additional therapeutic training/qualification (e.g., MBT, DDP, systemic therapy, IPT, DBT trauma‑focused therapies including EMDR).Previous ExperienceEssential criteria- Post‑qualification experience (Band 7+ level) delivering specialist psychotherapeutic assessment, formulation and treatment for children, adolescents and families within CAMHS or equivalent statutory settings.- Experience working with a wide range of mental health presentations across childhood and adolescence, covering the full range of clinical severity.- Experience delivering Short‑Term Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (STPP) using evidence‑based and NICE‑aligned models.- Experience providing specialist psychodynamic consultation to professionals supporting children with complex needs.- Experience of therapeutic work with parents and carers.- Experience applying Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy approaches in diverse cultural contexts.Desirable criteria- Experience supervising trainee CAPTs or other clinicians (e.g., assistant psychologists/psychotherapists, CWPs, social workers).- Experience contributing to or facilitating group therapy for adolescents.- Experience contributing to service development, quality improvement, audit or research projects.- Experience supporting reflective practice for MDT colleagues.- Experience working with children in care (LAC).Knowledge, Skills and Professional CompetenciesEssential criteria- Highly developed skills in specialist assessment, formulation and psychotherapeutic intervention across Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy modalities (including STPP, longer‑term work, brief interventions, parent/parent‑child psychotherapy, and state‑of‑mind assessments).- Strong understanding of child development, the impact of trauma and adversity, and the capacity to assess and manage risk in complex and emotionally charged contexts.- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex and sensitive information to young people, families and professionals.- Knowledge of safeguarding legislation, child protection procedures, and relevant NHS, Social Care and Education frameworks (including NICE guidance).- Ability to provide highly specialist psychodynamic consultation to colleagues and partner agencies.- Commitment to anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory and culturally attuned practice.- Ability to apply clinical governance processes (supervision, audit, outcome measurement, evaluation) to maintain high‑quality practice.- Experience using Routine Outcome Measures (ROMs) in clinical practice.Desirable criteria- Knowledge of research methodology and ability to critically evaluate research and outcome data.- Ability to contribute to pathway, protocol or policy development.Personal Qualities and Professional AtributesEssential criteria- Ability to build effective working relationships within multidisciplinary and multi‑agency teams.- Emotional resilience and capacity to work with distress, trauma, and complex risk.- Ability to reflect on clinical work and use supervision constructively.- Ability to work flexibly, manage competing demands and prioritise effectively.- Good IT skills, including use of electronic clinical records, word processing, email and internet.- Strong interest and ability to contribute to service improvement and team development.- Sensitivity to issues of culture, identity, power and diversity; commitment to equitable practice.Desirable criteria- Ability to contribute to service innovation and development.- Experience presenting at conferences or professional forums.

Harry Gosling Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive school located in the heart of the United Kingdom. We are committed to providing an outstanding education for all our pupils, fostering a supportive and inspiring environment where every child can thrive. We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Deputy Headteacher (Fixed Term) to join our leadership team.Position: Deputy Headteacher (Fixed Term) - Start date September 2026 (or earlier by agreement)Education Stage: PrimaryCurriculum Focus: Whole schoolRole Overview:The Governors at Harry Gosling School are seeking an enthusiastic, hard-working and committed individual for the post of Deputy Head (Fixed term one year) to help us deliver outstanding educational opportunities and outstanding outcomes for all of our pupils.The Deputy role is a fixed-term position responsible for both the strategic leadership and the day to day management of the school in conjunction with the Headteacher.This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about primary education to take on a leadership role . You will work closely with the Headteacher and senior staff to support teaching and learning across the school, contribute to school improvement initiatives, and help maintain our high standards.The ideal candidate will:- be an excellent practitioner with very high expectations and experience throughout the age range- have a thorough knowledge of the primary curriculum and good inclusive practice- have experience of management at an Assistant Head Teacher level - have excellent inter-personal skills- be able to motivate colleagues and lead by example- be prepared to play a full part in the life of the school- be committed to inclusive education and equal opportunities for allValues and Attitudes:- Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within the school community- A positive approach towards challenges with resilience and adaptability- Dedication to creating a safe, nurturing environment that supports pupil wellbeing- Collaborative mindset valuing teamwork among staff members- Passionate about continuous professional development for self and othersIf you are eager to develop your leadership career in primary education while making a real difference at Harry Gosling Primary School, we would love to hear from you.We would welcome and encourage potential candidates to visit our school. If you require any further information, or would like to visit the school, please contact us at or 0207 481 1650 to book your place.

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 121 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.By joining our award-winning team of over 13,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.ROLE SUMMARY:Pembridge Hall is an independent girls’ preparatory school (ages 4 – 11) of 463 girls set in a tranquil residential square in Notting Hill. Pembridge prepares its pupils for many of the top day and boarding senior schools in the country and therefore works at a level significantly above National Curriculum expectations.Pembridge Hall places our girls at the heart of everything. By combining traditional values with an innovative education, girls are prepared for life in an ever-evolving world through an ambitious and aspirational prep school experience. Placing emphasis on each girl as an individual, we recognise that happiness, a love of learning and emotional well-being are intrinsic to academic performance. Pembridge Hall girls are nurtured, challenged and empowered to succeed.Pembridge Hall are now looking for an Assistant Head to join them from September 2026. The Assistant Head Academic (Curriculum and Future Schools) works closely with the Assistant Head (Assessment and Operations) and other colleagues to develop and deliver a clear strategy that ensures Pembridge Hall provides an outstanding education for girls across all aspects of school life. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead and coordinate the whole-school curriculum, ensuring coherence, academic rigour, relevance, and effective use of assessment data.- Oversee the quality of teaching and learning, including monitoring through lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny, while promoting innovation and effective use of educational technology.- Ensure inclusive academic challenge for all pupils, including those with SEND and EAL, and support staff development through research-informed practice and CPD.- Manage Senior School preparation strategy, maintaining expertise in admissions requirements, exam formats, access arrangements, and scholarship pathways.- Oversee Senior School applications, references, admissions liaison, data analysis, and reporting to governors, while advising parents throughout the process.- Take responsibility for academic organisation, including timetable creation, curriculum planning, subject review, policy development, and major academic events.- Collaborate with subject leaders and the EdTech team to quality assure programmes, embed emerging technologies, and implement strategic initiatives.- Maintain strong relationships with parents, governors, senior schools, and external educational bodies, providing clear communication, workshops, and strategic updates.- There is a teaching requirement to this role alongside your assistant head responsibilities THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:- Teaching qualification together with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)- Experience of leadership at either a middle or senior level within a Prep or Primary School setting- Experience of mentoring and supporting colleagues- Experience of observing and evaluating the quality of assessment, learning and teaching- An ability to contribute both strategically as well as tactically in a school setting- An excellent classroom practitioner able to lead by example- A detailed knowledge of the broad range of formative and summative assessment models appropriate to a primary school setting.- Knowledge of the broad curriculum of an Independent Prep School in London- Credibility in post in the eyes of staff and parents- Enthusiasm and a positive outlook- The ability to work independently and collaboratively as a member of a teamSAFEGUARDING STATEMENTInspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust has a rich history, well-established community links and an international reputation. We deliver specialist services in the London boroughs of Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Wandsworth and Richmond.We are committed to provide a high quality and specialist care to our service users and we are recognised for our care and treatment we provide. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as ‘good’.We launched our five-year strategy, Aiming High; Changing Lives in 2021 together with Our Care Improvement System as our quality management system methodology to make a positive impact on patient care, outcomes and staff experience. By joining SLaM, all staff will get the opportunity to be part of this exciting improvement journey supported with learning and development to harness everyone’s potential as change makers.The trust recognises the unique and valuable contribution that people with lived experience of mental illness can bring to a role. We therefore welcome applications from people with lived experience and consider them as an asset to the Trust. Our ValuesWe take pride in providing specialist care to our service users where our Trust values and our promise to be caring, kind, polite, prompt, honest, listen and do what I say I’m going to do is at the heart of everything we do. When you join us, you’ll be part of something special.As a Trust we are happy to talk flexible working.Job overviewMental Health and Learning Disabilities (MHLD) Service, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation TrustHighly Specialist Clinical Psychologist, Band 8a full-time, fixed term post (1 year) Lambeth We are looking for a highly specialist clinical psychologist, to work within the Mental Health & Learning Disabilities Service (MHLD). We are a specialist community service for adults with learning disabilities, covering the London boroughs of Lambeth, Southwark and Lewisham, delivering a service to adults who have additional mental health difficulties and/or behaviour that challenges.The Lambeth post is a full time, fixed term position based at the Maudsley in Denmark Hill. Those seeking full-time or part-time work are encouraged to apply.As a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist in MHLD, you will be a member of a borough team that is co-ordinated by a team leader, working jointly with Psychiatry and CPN colleagues. The team works in close partnership with local CTLD health teams as well as social care colleagues, with psychological and behavioural interventions delivered as part of a multidisciplinary care plan. You will be part of a well-established group of 18 Psychologists and Behavioural Support Practitioners, working across the three boroughs, with each borough led by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist.Main duties of the jobMain duties:- To provide specialist psychological interventions to adults with learning disabilities with additional mental health needs and/or behaviour which challenges including specialist assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. - To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create a psychologically safe environment. • To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate. - To promote service evaluation, audit and research. - To work as an autonomous professional within registration body guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by the policies and procedures of the service, taking responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions with support of clinical supervisor - To contribute psychological expertise within the wider multi-agency context. - To be active in the provision of staff support within their area, including but not limited to Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve. To participate, as a recipient, in staff support work when appropriate. Working for our organisationThe Psychology service forms part of the Mental Health and Learning Disabilities (MHLD) Service, within the Croydon and Behavioural and Developmental Psychiatry Directorate. Psychology and Behavioural Support Practitioners are under the Lead of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, in conjunction with the Team Leader for the borough. Clinical work is delivered within the separate borough teams (Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark), each one coordinated and managed by Team Leader. However, there are also opportunities to contribute to service developments and CPD opportunities across the boroughs and within the wider Trust, as agreed and under the direction of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Team Leader & Clinical Service Lead. Lambeth and Southwark MHLD teams are located at the Maudsley Hospital and the Lewisham team is located in central Catford, co-located with the wider Lewisham CTLD staff, employed by Guys and St Thomas’s Trust. Each borough team comprises Clinical Psychologists, Behavioural Support Practitioner, Trainee Clinical Psychologists, Psychiatrists, CPNs and Administrators. We work in partnership with our health colleagues in the CTLD and our social care colleagues. Service users live alone, with their families or in supported living. Both direct and indirect psychotherapeutic interventions are provided, aimed at reducing challenging behaviour, improving mental health and recovery and quality of life. . Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesKey Responsibilities:KR 1 Clinical and Client Care· To provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for clients with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour and mental health needs.· To select, administer and interpret psychometric and neuropsychological tests, requiring skilled manipulation of test materials, and interpretation and integration of complex data.· To provide culturally appropriate psychological interventions with carers or families of referred clients with learning disabilities.· To assess and monitor risk and draw up appropriate risk management plans.· To provide psychological reports, including relevant formulation, opinion and interventions, in order to inform referrers, service users, their families and professional network.· To select and deliver specialist evidence based therapeutic interventions, drawing on a range of theoretical models, monitoring outcome and modifying and adapting interventions as necessary, based on the highly complex factors concerning historical and developmental processes that have shaped the individual and their network.· To promote psychological support for carers (or families as appropriate) of referred clients.· To work as an autonomous professional within professional guidelines and the policies and procedures of the service, taking full responsibility for own work including treatment and discharge decisions.· To communicate skilfully and sensitively highly complex and sensitive information with clients, carers and colleagues taking account of sensory and cultural barriers to communication.· To act as care coordinator for identified clients taking responsibility for CPA coordination and meetings. KR 2 Contributing to team or service clinical functioning· To contribute to the effective working of the team or service and to a psychologically informed framework for the service.· To contribute to the team or service’s delivery of accessible and acceptable services to diverse local communities.· To be proactive in challenging discrimination and support the development of culturally competent services.· To advise other members of the service on specialist psychological/psychotherapeutic care of clients.· To liaise with referrers, GPs and other professionals concerned with clients in order to develop and review care plans.· To utilise theory, evidence-based literature and research to support evidence-based practice in individual work and work with other team members.· To liaise with the service/s MDT and other professionals.KR 3 Policy and service development· To implement policies and procedures in own area of work, and to propose improvements or beneficial changes.· To contribute to service development through undertaking and participating in appropriate projects.· To contribute to the consultation and engagement of service users in planning and delivering services which meet the needs of local communities.KR 4 Care or management of resources· To take care of, and use carefully, the Trust’s equipment and physical resources.· To ensure that the post-holder has sufficient resources by estimating future needs and requesting or ordering supplies as needed.· To ensure the cleanliness and safe functioning and use of equipment that will be used by clients or other persons.KR 5 Management and supervision· To be responsible for the allocation and/or clinical supervision of the work of more junior psychological practitioners with support from a more senior practitioner.· To supervise trainee applied psychological practitioners, behavioural support specialists and psychological practitioners, within own area of specialism.· To contribute to the appraisal of more junior psychological practitioners, as appropriate.· To contribute to the recruitment of more junior psychological practitioners, as appropriate.· To provide supervision for the psychological and/or psychotherapeutic work of other multi-disciplinary staff as appropriate.KR 6 Teaching and Training· To undertake occasional teaching and training of pre- and post- qualification psychological practitioners and specialised training to other professions and staff in local services as appropriate.· To contribute to the development of the knowledge and skills base within the service by maintaining an active awareness of current developments in psychological therapy and learning disabilities and by implementing knowledge gained in practice.· To disseminate research and service evaluation findings through presentations and published articles.KR 7 Record-keeping and Information Governance· To ensure that all information generated by own work is recorded as required by Trust policies and local procedures.· To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing, according to professional and Trust guidelines, including electronic data entry.KR 8 Research and development· To initiate, undertake, support and supervise regular complex service evaluation and audits.· To initiate and carry out appropriate research as agreed. · To provide research advice to other staff undertaking research within the service.· To initiate and implement the development of outcome measurement and assessment and assist other staff in the implementation of same.· To identify any aspects of own service which could be improved and initiate and contribute to the service development through participating in and leading on appropriate projectsKR 9 Maintaining professional standards and continuing professional development· To receive regular clinical and professional supervision from a more senior psychological therapist according to professional body and Trust guidelines.· To maintain own Continuing Professional Development in line with professional body and Trust Personal Development Plan requirements and professional Standards for Continuing Professional Development. · To maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current developments in professional and clinical practice and of relevant legislation and policies.· To comply professional body Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics/Standards of Proficiency and ensure professional development in line with these.KR10 General· To travel to home visits, community placements and various departmental and Trust meetings as appropriate and across the Trust when required.· To be aware of risk relating to aggressive and challenging behaviour amongst the client group and follow trust policies relating to its management.· To respond appropriately and professionally to emotionally distressing situations (such as challenging behaviour, abuse etc.) and to support others involved in such situations through Trust-wide approaches including Critical Incident Staff Support and Reflect-Support-Resolve.Person specificationQualificationsEssential criteria- Entry-level qualification in applied psychological therapy/mental health/social welfare profession and demonstrable practice in this field (professional Doctorate, or combination of MSc plus PG Diploma level/supervised practice/additional training) that has been accepted for the purposes of professional registration.- Additional training beyond entry-level qualification in a specialised area of psychological practice (specify options required by the post) through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses and/an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice–based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by a registered body and/or an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma or higher.- Completed training course in clinical supervision and/or accredited to supervised qualified psychological practitioners in relevant discipline.- Registered with professional body as appropriate to discipline HCPC/APC/BPC/UKCP/BACP/BABCP/ADMP-UK.- Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the professional body.ExperienceEssential criteria- Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in services for people with learning disabilities.- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients with learning disabilities with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature.- Experience of supervising assistant and trainees having completed the relevant training.- Experience of providing teaching and training to psychologists or other professional groups.- Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.Desirable criteria- The Trust encourages and welcomes applications from people with lived experience of mental health challenges. We see this as valuable and recognise the positive impact this experience can have on the work we do.KnowledgeEssential criteria- Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment for people with learning disabilities.- Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment, therapy and clinical psychometrics.- Knowledge of legislation in...

Guy’s and St Thomas’ is among the UK’s busiest and most successful NHS foundation trusts. We provide a full range of hospital and community services for people in south London and as well as specialist care for patients from further afield including cancer, renal, orthopaedic, respiratory and cardiovascular services.Guy’s is home to the largest dental school in Europe and a £160 million Cancer Centre opened in 2016. As part of our commitment to provide care closer to home, in 2017 we also opened a cancer centre and a kidney treatment centre at Queen Mary’s Hospital in Sidcup. St Thomas’ has one of the largest critical care units in the UK and one of the busiest emergency departments in London. It is also home to Evelina London Children’s Hospital.Evelina London cares for local children in Lambeth and Southwark and provides specialist services across south east England including cardiac, renal and critical care services. We lead a number of specialist service networks aiming to ensure children are treated locally where possible, but have access to specialist expertise when they need it. Our community services include health visiting, school nursing and support for families of children with long-term conditions. Our adult community services teams deliver care at the heart of the local communities we serve, working in partnership with GPs, local authorities and other healthcare and voluntary sector organisations. Working with our partners in Lambeth and Southwark, we are focusing on new ways of working to improve care for local patients.In February 2021 the Royal Brompton and Harefield joined Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, bringing together world-leading expertise in the care and research of heart and lung disease. Our merger provides a once in a generation opportunity to build a lasting, world-renowned heart and lung centre, providing the highest quality care for patients and conducting world-leading research.We have a reputation for clinical excellence and high quality teaching and research. We are part of King’s Health Partners, one of eight accredited UK academic health sciences centres. In partnership with King’s College London we have dedicated clinical research facilities including an MHRA accredited Phase I clinical trials unit.Patients are at the heart of everything we do and we pride ourselves on ensuring the best possible patient experience as well as safe, high quality care. We are proud to have one of the lowest mortality rates in the NHS. Following a comprehensive Care Quality Commission (CQC) inspection in 2019 we maintained our overall rating of ‘good’. Our adult community services achieved a rating of ‘outstanding’.The commitment of our 23,500 staff is key to our success. We are one of the largest local employers and we aim to develop and support all our staff so they are able to deliver high quality, safe and efficient care. The 2019 NHS staff survey results show that we have one of the most engaged and motivated workforces in the NHS. We know this has a positive impact on the care provided to our patients.We have one of the most ambitious capital investment programmes anywhere in the NHS.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Job overviewWe have an exciting opportunity for a motivated clinician to join the Healthy Living Team at Guy's and St Thomas' trust, to provide a high quality service at outpatient and community specialist clinics/groups for those living with obesity.As a band 5 healthy living practitioner, you will autonomously use evidence-based principles/current best practice of exercise, nutrition and behaviour change techniques to assess, plan and implement healthy lifestyle management, within the Physiotherapy and Nutrition and Dietetics Departments .This post is a static role within the healthy living physiotherapy team across both sites of Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Trust as well as some community sites in South East London boroughs.Main duties of the jobPlease refer to the job description for more details - To be professionally and legally responsible for all aspects of the post holders own work- To carry out assessment of patients as an autonomous practitioner, and to use clinical reasoning skills and knowledge of evidence based practice to formulate appropriate care plan utilising a range of treatment skills and options- To use specialist knowledge of obesity as a disease and other known associative health conditions to tailor exercise programmes individually following professional and department guidelines- To use specialist nutrition knowledge, assessment and analysis to provide individualised nutritional advice in line with professional guidelines and best evidence base- To use specialist knowledge of behaviour change techniques to assist with service users with long term behaviour change. Demonstrate a knowledge base of behaviour change theories.- To recommend best course of intervention based on accurate physical and nutritional assessments, developing comprehensive onwards follow up plans following discharge from the service- To work with and seek appropriate guidance from Registered Dietitians and Physiotherapists in clinical decision making when requiredWorking for our organisationDepartment InformationThe Physiotherapy and the Nutrition & Dietetics Departments are within the Therapies & Rehabilitation and the Medical Specialties Clinical Directorates, respectively. The combined departments have over 400 staff and provide services across the Trust. The Healthy Living service is managed within both departments and this post specifically within the Physiotherapy Rehabilitation Service and its Clinical Lead Physiotherapist. The service provides nutritional and physiotherapy support to outpatients living with overweight and obesity and to staff throughout the department who manage overweight and obese patients.Organisational Values:Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it. It is important that you understand and reflect these values throughout your employment with the Trust. The post holder will be:- Caring – we put patients first- Ambitious – we innovate and strive for excellence- Inclusive – we respect each other and work collaborativelyOur values and behaviours framework| describes what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action. Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesService Development- To implement policy changes that impact on all service users, and advise team leader of any service development changes made, to ensure quality standards and effectiveness of patient care.- With guidance, to identify situations where service improvement is required due to reduced effectiveness, efficiency and/or quality.- With guidance, to take appropriate action to challenge the area of development via applying a range of standard research methods/tools and evaluating the outcome.Physical resources- To be responsible for competent use and maintenance reporting of all equipment used on each community and outpatient site including any free weights or gym equipmentHuman resources- To participate in the supervision, teaching and appraisal of assistants and technical instructors as required- To contribute to supporting dietitian and physiotherapy students on placementInformation resources- To maintain an accurate and evaluative record keeping system (POMR) for own clinical caseload- To supervise assistant record keeping system according to departmental standardsPlanning and Organisation- To flexibly plan and organise own time, patient caseload, meetings and training and to adjust plans as required according to staffing levels.- To support junior members of the team and delegate tasks as appropriate, for example exercise class allocation.- To ensure smooth organisation of patient group work including gym classesCommunication- To be able to motivate and persuade others through effective communication skills, with the benefit of verbal and non-verbal skills, using written and electronic information where needed- To demonstrate the ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to patient, carers and other staff, where there may be barriers to communication i.e. non-English speaking patients; use of interpreters; excess noise or lack of privacy.- To maintain close links, communication and liaison between all staff and people involved in patient care, student education, research or policy development as appropriateEducation- To contribute to the education of multidisciplinary groups, patients, families and carers as appropriate.- To be pro-active with regard to learning from other dietetic and physiotherapy staff within the department, and other MDT staff in the Trust.- To be responsible for and actively record own personal professional development and maintain a CPD portfolio which reflects same- To assist in organising and actively participate in the in-service education programme within the specialist clinical area and other outside courses/ lectures as appropriate- To keep abreast in understanding and knowledge of all new developments which are applicable to specific physiotherapy treatments and nutrition advice.- To undertake an evidence based project with professional presentation of the project periodically, and in line with agreed service developments, to the physiotherapy/dietetics departmentResearch, Quality and Audit- To participate in the department’s ongoing audit and appropriate work related research/ evaluation projects- To keep abreast of evidenced based practice in the clinical area by use of relevant reading, attendance at in-service training, external courses and database searches- To ensure good working knowledge of national and local standards and monitor quality as appropriateAs part of the physiotherapy department’s commitment to meeting patient needs and delivering excellence we provide a 24 hours, 7 day service. It is therefore essential the post holder be able to work their hours flexibly and contribute fully to both existing and new rota’s.The following statement forms part of all job descriptions:-The post holder is required to follow Trust policies and procedures which are regularly updated including:Confidentiality / Data Protection / Freedom of InformationPost holders must maintain the confidentiality of information about patients, staff and other health service business in accordance with the Data Protection Act of 2018. Post holders must not, without prior permission, disclose any information regarding patients or staff. If any member of staff has communicated any such information to an unauthorised person, those staff will be liable to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal. Moreover, the Data Protection Act 2018 also renders an individual liable for prosecution in the event of unauthorised disclosure of information.Following the Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2000, post holders must apply the Trust’s FOI procedure if they receive a written request for information. Information GovernanceAll staff must comply with information governance requirements. These includes statutory responsibilities (such as compliance with the Data Protection Act), following national guidance (such as the NHS Confidentiality Code of Practice) and compliance with local policies and procedures (such as the Trust's Confidentiality policy). Staff are responsible for any personal information (belonging to staff or patients) that they access and must ensure it is stored, processed and forwarded in a secure and appropriate manner.Equal OpportunitiesPost holders must at all times fulfil their responsibilities with regard to the Trust’s Equal Opportunities Policy and equality laws.Health and SafetyAll post holders have a responsibility, under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and subsequently published regulations, to ensure that the Trust’s health and safety policies and procedures are complied with to maintain a safe working environment for patients, visitors and employees.Infection ControlAll post holders have a personal obligation to act to reduce healthcare-associated infections (HCAIs). They must attend mandatory training in Infection Control and be compliant with all measures required by the Trust to reduce HCAIs. All post holders must comply with Trust infection screening and immunisation policies as well as be familiar with the Trust’s Infection Control Policies, including those that apply to their duties, such as Hand Decontamination Policy, Personal Protective Equipment Policy, safe procedures for using aseptic techniques and safe disposal of sharps. Risk Management All post holders have a responsibility to report risks such as clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly. They are expected to be familiar with the Trust’s use of risk assessments to predict and control risk, as well as the incident reporting system for learning from mistakes and near misses in order to improve services. Post holders must also attend training identified by their manager, or stated by the Trust to be mandatory.Flexible WorkingAs an organisation we are committed to developing our services in ways that best suit the needs of our patients. This means that some staff groups will increasingly be asked to work a more flexible shift pattern so that we can offer services in the evenings or at weekends.Safeguarding children and vulnerable adultsPost holders have a general responsibility for safeguarding children and vulnerable adults in the course of their daily duties and for ensuring that they are aware of the specific duties relating to their role.SustainabilityIt is the responsibility of all staff to minimise the Trust’s environmental impact by recycling wherever possible, switching off lights, computers monitors and equipment when not in use, minimising water usage and reporting faults promptly.Smoking PolicyThe Trust is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for staff, patients and visitors. Staff are therefore not permitted to smoke on Trust property or in Trust vehiclesReview of this Job DescriptionThis job description is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing needs of the organisation. To be reviewed in conjunction with the post holder.Person specificationPrevious experienceEssential criteria- Exercise delivery experience in a group setting using relevant clinical skills.- Experience of estimating nutritional intake using 24-hour recall, food diaries, food frequency questionnaires and analysis software- Experience of working with people living with overweight and obesityDesirable criteria- Evidence of service development e.g. audit- Experience of working with a culturally diverse population- Evidence of autonomy in previous workSkillsEssen...

Job overviewThis is an exciting opportunity for a kind, motivated and clinically skilled practitioner psychologist to join our acute male ward and PICU unit in the London Borough of Greenwich.We would welcome applications from Psychological Therapists and Psychotherapists (including Systemic Psychotherapists) holding AFT, UKCP, BCP or BACP registrations.We are looking for a psychologist who is able to lead and inspire, and who is wanting to contribute to the development of highly effective clinical teams.The successful applicant will work closely with the multi-disciplinary team/s to ensure that they are able to provide a range of evidence-based psychosocial interventions for our service users who are in crisis, and their support networks including families and carers. The roles will also involve working collegiately with clinical teams across the trust, service partners (e.g., third sector services), and other statutory services.We actively encourage applications from current Band 8A psychologists who wish to develop their careers and would like to further develop their skills and leadership.Oxleas has developed an excellent reputation as a place to work. It was listed as one of the The Sunday Times top ten large organisations to work for in 2023, and also won the HSJ Trust of the Year Award in 2023. We are deeply proud of our culturally diverse workforce and our shared values of kindness, fairness and caring.Main duties of the job- Psychological assessment and intervention with service users who present in a state of psychological/ emotional crisis. Individual therapeutic interests and preferences are promoted and will be actively supported with specialist supervision and training if aligned with directorate priorities (specifically trauma-informed care and family/systems working).- Clinical work could involve crisis focused DBT, CBT, family/systemic interventions and trauma-focused, eg EMDR. These would map onto psychotherapeutic pathways in the acute sector and community teams.- Family support for patients carers- Liaison and joint work with the multidisciplinary teamWorking for our organisationOxleas offers a wide range of NHS healthcare services to people in community and secure environment settings. Our services include community health care such as district nursing and speech and language therapy, care for people with learning disabilities and mental health care such as psychiatry, nursing and therapies. Our multidisciplinary teams look after people of all ages and we work in close partnership with other parts of the NHS, local councils and the voluntary sector and through our new provider collaboratives. Our 4,300 members of staff work in many different settings including hospitals, clinics, prisons, secure hospitals, children’s centres, schools and people’s homes.We have over 125 sites in a variety of locations in the South of England. In London we operate within the Boroughs of Bexley, Bromley Greenwich and into Kent. We manage hospital sites including Queen Mary’s Hospital, Sidcup and Memorial Hospital, Woolwich, as well as the Bracton Centre, our medium secure unit for people with mental health needs. We are the largest NHS provider of prison health services providing healthcare to prisons within Devon, Dorset, Bristol, Wiltshire and Gloucestershire, Kent and South London. We are proud of the care we provide and our people.Our purpose is to improve lives by providing the best possible care to our patients and their families. This is strengthened by our new values:We’re KindWe’re FairWe ListenWe CareDetailed job description and main responsibilitiesAs the lead psychologist for the Acute male ward and PICU unit you will provide specialist psychological assessments and intervention to clients referred to the service.You will responsible for the supervision of assistant psychologists on the wards and to lead on reflective practise sessions.The work will be based upon the appropriate use, interpretation and integration of complex psychological data from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client’s care. Person specificationEducation/ QualificationEssential criteria- Post doctoral training in relevant specialist areas of clinical psychology or equivalent as accredited by the BPS- Registration with the Health & Care Professions Council as a Practitioner Psychologist.- Leadership and management training- Registration with AFT, UKCP, BCP or BACP registrations.ExperienceEssential criteria- Experience of exercising full clinical responsibility for clients’ psychological care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified care coordinator and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan.- Experience of the application of psychology in different cultural contextDesirable criteria- Experience working with homeless or rough sleeping people- Experience of leading and managing services including managing staff and initiating and implementing service development.Skills/ AbilitiesEssential criteria- Skills in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological and psychological assessment, intervention and management- Ability to organise time effectively, use own initiative and to work under supervision where appropriate- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPSEffort and EnvironmentEssential criteria- Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and severely challenging behaviours.- Ability to provide consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.Desirable criteria- Car driverWe are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports individuals of all abilities. Remember, if you meet the minimum criteria for this role and you have a disability, you can be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme - Please ensure you select this on your application form. We would encourage you to be open about your needs so we can work with you to design a comfortable and accessible interview experience. Any information you provide regarding a disability or a need for adjustments will be treated in confidence and will only be shared with colleagues who are supporting this request.If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know by adding the relevant details when scheduling your preferred interview date and time. Please feel free to contact the appointing manager to discuss your needs.We encourage applicants to contact the hiring manager before their interview, if they have any questions about the role or the process. This is a great way to get clarity and prepare effectively for the interview.If you have declared you are part of the armed forces community, you may be asked to provide evidence during the recruitment process. If you misrepresent this information, your offer may be withdrawn. For Armed Forces specific support, see our webpage: of Artificial Intelligence (AI) If you choose to use AI or other tools to assist in writing your application, it's essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section. While AI can help streamline the writing process, these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. There is also a risk that it can generate false or misleading information. AI-generated job applications can often be generic, impersonal and may not accurately reflect your qualifications, knowledge, skills, and experiences. It is crucial that you personalise your supporting statement by articulating these in your unique voice. Relying solely on AI to write your application or supporting information section is not advocated by Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust and could negatively impact your chances of success in the application process.We monitor applications for any behaviour that could create an unfair advantage, and we check all references carefully. You are likely to be tested on your experience at interview, so be honest and make sure all the information in your application is correct. Please note that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is prohibited during the interview process.

Level 3 Nursery Teaching Assistant. A welcoming and well-established primary school in New Addington is seeking to appoint a Level 3 qualified Nursery Teaching Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis from September. The school is looking for a confident and knowledgeable practitioner who can contr

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Are you a Level 3 qualified Teaching Assistant looking for a new role starting in February 2026? Are you a qualified EYFS practitioner with a Level 3 in Early Years, Childcare, or Teaching Assistant studies? Are you seeking a full-time, term-time position in a welcoming and supportive primary school in Fulham? Academics is proud to be working with a fantastic Primary School in Hammersmith. We are currently recruiting a passionate and dedicated Level 3 EYFS Teaching Assistant to join their Nursery team from February 2026. This is a brilliant opportunity to become part of a nurturing Early Years setting in a fantastic primary school. Role Details: * Location: Hammersmith London * Contract: Full-time, Term-time * Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 4:00pm * Pay: £95 per day (dependent on experience) The successful candidate will support the class teacher in delivering high-quality EYFS provision, assist with planning and implementing engaging activities that promote learning through play, and provide both 1:1 and small group support, including tailored assistance for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN). The Ideal Candidate Will: * Hold a relevant Level 3 qualification in Early Years Education, Childcare, or as a Teaching Assistant. * Have proven experience working in Early Years settings, ideally within a primary school environment. * Have a strong understanding of the EYFS framework and child development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-led and supportive school with an excellent reputation within the local community. Please apply now with your up-to-date CV. Trials will commence ASAP.

Are you a patient, supportive, and dedicated Learning Support Assistant looking for a rewarding 1:1 role in Key Stage 2? Are you a graduate, SEN practitioner, or aspiring teacher hoping to gain valuable experience in a supportive school setting? If so, this exciting opportunity could be perfect for you. A vibrant, welcoming primary school in the Willesden area is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to provide 1:1 support to a Key Stage 2 pupil with additional learning needs. The school is looking to trial suitable Learning Support Assistants immediately. Key Details • Position: Learning Support Assistant (1:1 in KS2) * Location: Willesden, Brent * Start Date: ASAP (trial required) * Contract Type: Temporary (Initially until July) * Working Pattern: Full Time About the School This welcoming primary school in Willesden is known for its strong community ethos and nurturing environment. It provides a supportive space where work collaboratively to ensure pupils feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their full potential. • Exceptional support from an experienced SEN team and leadership * A culture that values diversity, emotional wellbeing, and pupil voice * Modern classrooms, excellent outdoor spaces, and a welcoming staffroom community * A track record of helping Teaching Assistants and Learning Support Assistants progress into teacher training The Role As a Learning Support Assistant (1:1 in KS2), you will: • Provide personalised 1:1 support to a pupil with additional learning needs * Deliver targeted interventions and adapted learning activities * Support emotional regulation, focus, and behaviour management * Work closely with the class teacher, SENCo, and wider staff team * Help maintain an inclusive, positive classroom environment This role is ideal for a compassionate Learning Support Assistant who is confident working individually with pupils and supporting their academic and emotional development. How to Apply If you are a dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant seeking a meaningful 1:1 KS2 role in Willesden, we would love to hear from you.

Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner An exciting and rewarding opportunity for a caring and dedicated Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join Wimbledon Day Nursery, supporting children’s learning and development through high-quality childcare, safeguarding, and EYFS-led activities in a nurturing early years environment. If you’ve also worked in the following roles, we’d also like to hear from you: Early Years Educator, Nursery Assistant, Childcare Assistant, Pre-School Practitioner SALARY: £28,000 - £30,000+ per annum (depending on experience) LOCATION: Wimbledon, South London JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent WORKING HOURS: 40 hours per week on a shift pattern between 7.30am – 6.30pm, Monday to Friday JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner to join the dedicated and welcoming team at Wimbledon Day Nursery. This role offers the opportunity to work across a range of age groups, supporting children to play, learn, and develop in line with the Early Years Foundation Stage. As an Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner, you will provide high standards of physical, emotional, social, and intellectual care, ensuring every child feels safe, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential. The Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner will work closely with colleagues and parents to meet individual learning and care needs, while maintaining strong safeguarding, health, and safety practices throughout the nursery. ABOUT US We are a private day nursery for children from 3 months to 5 years with excellent facilities and a team of dedicated professionals. We offer the opportunity for you to create a fun and positive learning environment for all children in your care. Your development as a practitioner will be our focus and we will help you to be the best you can be. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Early Years Educator / Nursery Practitioner include: • Child Development Support: Planning and delivering activities tailored to each child’s stage of development and interests, • Key Person Responsibilities: Acting as a key worker for a group of children, maintaining accurate learning and development records, • Safeguarding Practice: Following safeguarding procedures to ensure children’s welfare, safety, and wellbeing at all times, • Parental Engagement: Building and maintaining strong, positive relationships with parents and carers, • Team Collaboration: Working effectively with colleagues to support a positive, inclusive nursery environment, • Care Routines: Supporting personal care routines including meal times, toileting, and nappy changing, • Health and Safety: Maintaining high standards of hygiene, cleanliness, and safety across the nursery, • Record Keeping: Accurately recording observations, accidents, and relevant information in line with nursery procedures, • Flexibility and Support: Assisting with general nursery duties and attending training, meetings, and events as required CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL • Level 2 or Level 3 Childcare qualification or equivalent, • Enhanced DBS clearance or willingness to obtain one, • Good standard of written and spoken English, • Knowledge of the Early Years Foundation Stage framework, • Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures, • Ability to work effectively as part of a team DESIRABLE • Previous experience in a nursery or early years setting, • Experience acting as a key person for children, • Confidence in building positive relationships with parents and carers NO AGENCIES PLEASE HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. JOB REF: AWDO-P14343 This job is being advertised by AWD online on behalf of Wimbledon Day Nursery AWD-IN-SPJ

School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Watford School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - School Mental Health Assistant - Watford Are you an aspiring Educational Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, Occupational Therapist, or mental health practitioner? This role is available to start ASAP or from April. Do you have a passion for supporting children with special educational needs and social, emotional, or mental health challenges? Are you a recent graduate-or soon to graduate-looking to gain hands-on experience working with students with additional needs? We are seeking a School Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist SEND school in Watford . The school is keen to welcome graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related fields, particularly those with aspirations toward Educational Psychology, Clinical Psychology, Occupational Therapy, or wider mental health roles. If you are enthusiastic, resilient, and motivated to make a positive difference, this could be the ideal opportunity for you. Previous experience working with children in any setting is beneficial, but the school places equal value on your passion, attitude, and commitment to supporting vulnerable learners. Pupils present with a range of needs, including SEMH, autism, and behavioural difficulties. For this reason, the school is looking for individuals who can commit for a minimum of 12 months to provide the consistency and stability their learners rely on. Interviews are taking place now, so early applications are encouraged. This is an excellent role for anyone seeking experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in any support capacity within the education and SEND sectors. School Mental Health Assistant - Education and Training - Watford School Mental Health Assistant - Watford