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Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training & development? Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? How about working for an employer who has been awarded a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the 5th year running? Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Practitioner Psychologist Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield, WF1 4AD Salary: Up to £65k (FTE, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours (Part time hours may be considered) Contract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life’s important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils’ potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise • WE LISTEN. We never assume., • WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. The role: We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Meadowcroft school. Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Meadowcroft School – Wakefield, WF1 4AD – Meadowcroft School forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 – 19. For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: • Registered with the HCPC, • Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate), • Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group, • Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies), • Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers, • Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels., • Experience of working via a model of: ‘assess, plan, do and review, • Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery., • Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards., • Knowledge of client group and their needs., • Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity., • Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others., • Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people, • Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans, • Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations., • Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms., • Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes., • Ongoing evidence of CPD., • Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes., • Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary., • Excellent time management and organisational skills., • Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines., • Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post., • Commitment to the values of the organisation., • Flexible approach to working environments., • Ability and willingness to travel on company business., • Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care)., • Experience of providing supervision to others., • Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group., • Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group., • Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you’ll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: • £2,000 training allowance, • Life Assurance, • Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions, • *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., • 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 We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales. Job Ref: 295393 #Psychologist#psychology#CareersinEducation#SpecialEducation#CareersinCare #CareersinSpecialEducation #Therapists #1

About Evolve Psychology At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and forensic psychology means in practice. Laura’s vision was simple yet powerful, to bring care, connection, empathy and clinical excellence together, with no compromise. What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has blossomed into a national independent psychology service. We earned our first NHS contract in 2021, launched satellite clinics to streamline access, and rolled out neurodevelopmental services to families across the UK. We are clinician‑founded and clinician‑led, proudly registered with HCPC and affiliated with the British Psychological Society and the Royal College of Speech & Language Therapists. We’re also award-winning, a testament to the dedication and quality of our multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts. What sets Evolve Psychology apart? • Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 18+ years’ experience across NHS, forensic, and neurodevelopmental services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do., • We specialise in autism, ADHD, dyslexia and dyscalculia assessments for children, young people and adults offering a high-quality, person-centred service backed by NHS contracts and available via Right to Choose across the UK., • We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis., • We offer more than assessment work. Our clinicians can contribute to the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research, all part of our broader mission to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions and workplaces., • We have a strong, values-led culture. Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from our team interactions to the way we support families., • We’re growing sustainably, with purpose. With clinics across the UK and Ireland, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The role At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. You’ll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, you’ll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families. You will be responsible for: • Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process., • Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom, • Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed, • Delivering clear, compassionate feedback to families, • Producing accurate clinical reports, including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools, • Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs), • Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable), • Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: • Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact., • A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research, • Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency, • Ongoing training and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems, • In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone Qualifications and experience • Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:, • HCPC – Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, • NMC – Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Children’s Nurse, • GMC – Medical Practitioners, • Social Work England – Social Worker, • Minimum of 1 years’ experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people, • Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations, • In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD, • Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc, • Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines, • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions., • Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports, • Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process, • Must be eligible to work in the UK Why work with Evolve? Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: • A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first., • Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills., • Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions., • Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday., • Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health., • A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working., • Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research., • Company events, • Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.