Psychologist

Unsted Park School are looking for an enthusiastic, caring and passionate Clinical Psychologist (ASC Specialist Education Provision) to become an integral part of our therapy team. The successful candidate will join our multi-disciplinary team, which may suit someone experienced in a special needs environment or a newly qualified practitioner, who will have the opportunity to work closely with our therapists and other professionals, providing support to students.  

About Us: 

We are a dedicated ASC (Autistic Spectrum Condition) specialist education provision committed to providing a nurturing and inclusive environment for neurodiverse students. Our multidisciplinary team collaborates to support the unique needs of each child, ensuring they thrive both academically and emotionally. Unsted Park School is set in a beautiful semi-rural location with 44 acres of surrounding grounds.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Exclusive access to reward and discount scheme
• Blue Light discount card
• Competitive salary with opportunities for professional development.
• Access to ongoing training and supervision.
• A supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Generous holiday allowance.
• Employee assistance program for mental health support.
• Opportunities to engage in research and contribute to best practices in the field.

Role Overview:  

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in neurodiversity, including expertise anxiety, ADHD, and Gender Dysphoria and other conditions related to ASD including Food/ Eating disorders . You will play a vital role in assessing, diagnosing, and providing therapeutic support to our students, while working closely with educators, therapists, and families to create tailored interventions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to comprehensive psychological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions to students dealing with neurodiversity-related challenges.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure cohesive support for each student.
• Offer training and support to staff on best practices for working with neurodiverse students.
• Engage with families to provide guidance and resources for home support.
• Stay informed about the latest research and methodologies in clinical psychology and neurodiversity.

Qualifications:

•  Masters Clinical/Educational Psychology (or equivalent).
• HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Experience working with children and young people, particularly those with neurodiversity, eating disorders, anxiety, ADHD, and gender dysphoria.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach to working within a multidisciplinary team.

Aspris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo safeguarding screening appropriate to the post, including checks with Disclosure & Barring Service and at least 2 references which cover the last 3 years; for all our services we will request references from where you have worked with either Children or Vulnerable Adults. Please be advised that references may be requested prior to interview for roles within our Schools.