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Working across sites in Peterborough, Northampton, London and Kent. Hours:
This role is a full-time role (40 hours per week) - based on Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychologist to join our dedicated team. This role involves working directly with children and young people, as well as providing essential support, training, and consultation to staff. The ideal candidate will have expertise in trauma-informed practices, child development, and promoting mental health in care settings. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that meets the emotional and psychological needs of children, while also equipping staff with the tools and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. You will be joining a leading children's organisation with a mission to provide looked-after young people with a safe and nurturing environment, one that promotes empowerment, independence and choice, while enhancing their core living skills, and ability to move across the care continuum into fully independent living. Person Specification: You
must
hold a master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychology preferred). You
must
be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist. You
must
have experience working with children, young people, and staff in care or residential settings. You
must
have a strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and attachment theories. You
must
have excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills. You
must
be suitable to work with Children.
A DBS Certificate is a requirement for the role. You
may
have experience in working within an Ofsted-regulated environment. You
may
have specialised training in therapeutic approaches, such as Dyadic Development Psychotherapy (DDP). You
may
have the ability to design and deliver engaging staff training sessions. You
may
have knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or other behavioural management frameworks. Company Overview: SBCHL have in excess of 60 homes across London, Peterborough, Northampton and Kent plus an independent specialist school for children aged 8-19 with autism and other learning difficulties. We deliver high quality care to support children and young people with overcoming obstacles, and enabling them to celebrate achievements and develop independent skills. Our qualified and dedicated team will work on nurturing and building the self-esteem of every individual, ensuring they feel safe and supported. 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Pension with NEST Pensions Employee Referral Scheme Access to Sage Employee Benefits 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program 24/7 access to an OnDemand GP Service Enrolment and funding to required qualification(s) Access to Key Worker Discount Schemes e.g. Blue Light Card Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Working across sites in Peterborough, Northampton, London and Kent. Hours:
This role is a full-time role (40 hours per week) - based on Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. Job Description: We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Psychologist to join our dedicated team. This role involves working directly with children and young people, as well as providing essential support, training, and consultation to staff. The ideal candidate will have expertise in trauma-informed practices, child development, and promoting mental health in care settings. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that meets the emotional and psychological needs of children, while also equipping staff with the tools and knowledge to deliver exceptional care. You will be joining a leading children's organisation with a mission to provide looked-after young people with a safe and nurturing environment, one that promotes empowerment, independence and choice, while enhancing their core living skills, and ability to move across the care continuum into fully independent living. Person Specification: You
must
hold a master’s or doctoral degree in Psychology (Clinical, Educational, or Child Psychology preferred). You
must
be registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist. You
must
have experience working with children, young people, and staff in care or residential settings. You
must
have a strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and attachment theories. You
must
have excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and communication skills. You
must
be suitable to work with Children.
A DBS Certificate is a requirement for the role. You
may
have experience in working within an Ofsted-regulated environment. You
may
have specialised training in therapeutic approaches, such as Dyadic Development Psychotherapy (DDP). You
may
have the ability to design and deliver engaging staff training sessions. You
may
have knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or other behavioural management frameworks. Company Overview: SBCHL have in excess of 60 homes across London, Peterborough, Northampton and Kent plus an independent specialist school for children aged 8-19 with autism and other learning difficulties. We deliver high quality care to support children and young people with overcoming obstacles, and enabling them to celebrate achievements and develop independent skills. Our qualified and dedicated team will work on nurturing and building the self-esteem of every individual, ensuring they feel safe and supported. 33 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays) Pension with NEST Pensions Employee Referral Scheme Access to Sage Employee Benefits 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program 24/7 access to an OnDemand GP Service Enrolment and funding to required qualification(s) Access to Key Worker Discount Schemes e.g. Blue Light Card Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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