Senior Psychologist - Band 8a
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Job Summary
Job Title: Senior Psychologist (Clinical Counselling or Forensic)
Banding:Equivalent to Band 8a8b
Location: Preston Lancashire
Working Hours: 4 days Term-Time Only
Salary: 62192 - 65790 per annum
Join our clients service as a Senior Psychologistand become part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary clinical team supporting children and young people with complex needs including developmental trauma neurodiversity and special educational needs. Based inPreston Lancashire this role offers the opportunity to work across both education and residential settings delivering high-quality assessments interventions and therapeutic support. Youll be working in partnership with local authorities CAMHS teams and social care services promoting positive outcomes for young people.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Psychologistyou will:
- Lead on clinical assessments and therapeutic formulations for children and young people.
- Develop and evaluate evidence-based intervention programmes.
- Provide line management and supervision to regional psychologists.
- Collaborate with education and care teams to embed therapeutic practices.
- Deliver training consultation and reflective practice sessions.
- Work closely with families external agencies and internal MDTs.
- Promote safeguarding and contribute to child protection procedures.
- Maintain accurate clinical records
Benefits
- 35 days holidayincluding bank holidays (term-time only roles available)
- Comprehensive clinical induction and ongoing CPD
- Flexible benefitsincluding life insurance and medical cover
- Employee wellbeing supportand assistance programme
- Beautiful working environmentswith purpose-built facilities
- Recommend a friend bonusof 1000
- Career development opportunitiesacross the group
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Experience in psychological assessment formulation and intervention
- Understanding of developmental trauma neurodiversity and SEN
- Ability to work collaboratively in MDTs and across settings
Desirable:
- Supervision qualification and experience managing staff
- Experience in education systems and challenging environments
- Full UK driving licence
If you dont meet every requirement but feel passionate about the role we encourage you to apply.
How to Apply
Apply directly through thePulse website. Once we receive your application a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Why Work with Pulse
Pulse is a leading provider of healthcare staffing solutions. We offer:
- Dedicated support from our psychology recruitment team
- Access to exclusive roles across the UK
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or support please let us know and well be happy to accommodate your needs.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Presentation Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Data Collection
- Intake Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Autism Experience
- Research Experience
- Mental Health Counseling
- Psychotherapy
- PTSD Care
- Addiction Counseling
About Company
About Us Pulse Healthcare Services, a health care staffing services provider was founded in the year 1997. At inception, Pulse was providing only physicians and radiologists staffing services to federal clients. Over a period of 20 years, pulse branched into providing medical staffing ... View more
