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Band 8a/b Permanent Practitioner Psychologist

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pulse logoPulse · Wakefield
Full-timeOn-site1mo ago
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Responsibilities

  • In this role, you will:
  • Deliver psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions tailored to individual needs
  • Work collaboratively with education and care teams to embed trauma-informed and neurodiversity-aware practices
  • Provide consultation, reflective practice, and training to staff
  • Advocate for the voice and wellbeing of the children and young people you support
  • Contribute to service development and evidence-based practice

Benefits

Up to £65,000 pro rata£2,000 annual CPD/training allowanceFlexible working options (part-time considered)4-day working week after 6 monthsTerm-time plus 2 weeksSupportive multidisciplinary team environmentQualifications and ExperienceEssential:HCPC registration as a Practitioner PsychologistExperience working with children and young people with neurodiverse or SEMH needsAbility to travel - full UK driving licence requiredDesirable:Experience in education or care settingsSkills in consultation and service developmentIf you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply - we value potential and commitment.How to ApplyApply via the Pulse website . Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps.Why Work with PulseDedicated consultant supportAccess to a wide range of roles across the UKCompetitive pay and benefitsCommitment to your professional developmentReasonable AdjustmentsWe are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities or additional needs. Please let us know if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.Flexible schedule

Additional Information

Job Title Practitioner Psychologist Banding Equivalent to NHS Band 8a/b Location Wakefield - within a specialist education and care setting supporting children and young people Working Hours Full-time (37.5 hours per week), part-time considered Typical hours: 8:00-16:00 or 8:30-16:30 (may vary) Salary Up to £65,000 pro rata Join Us as a Psychologist - Make a Real Difference Are you a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where your expertise truly matters? This is an opportunity to work in a specialist setting supporting children and young people with complex needs. Why this role stands out: Competitive salary up to £65k £2,000 annual training allowance After 6 months, enjoy a 4-day working week Term-time plus 2 weeks (46.6 weeks per year) Leadership opportunities for 2 days per week when the Lead is at other sites

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