Psychological Therapist - schools

Shire Healthcare are working with a reputable and leading provider of specialist care and education recruiting for a registered Psychological Therapist to be based in Sunderland.

About the employer:

This employer is an independent leading provider of specialist care and education. They work with children and young people in either an educational and/or residential setting who present a complexity of needs including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions, autism, ADHD, and special educational needs.

Role snapshot:

The candidate appointed be joining an MDT and will conduct clinical assessments and provide specialist and evidence based psychological interventions in either a 121 or group setting to pupils and residents (5-19 yrs old). This role will be based across specialist schools, children's homes and integrated provisions. This specific role is based within a school who are Ofsted rated as Outstanding provider.

Contract type - 9-12 month FTC

Hours - full time (part time applicants will be considered)

Salary - £36,500 - £44,100 FTE

Experience required:

Candidates applying will be a fully qualified Psychological Therapist with accreditation/registration will the relevant governing body eg BACP, HCPC. Previous experience working with children and young people with complex needs such as ASD , autism , neuro and/or trauma is required.

Why Shire Healthcare?

As an experienced permanent recruiter to services across the nation, we understand the complex nature of Psychological Therapies and can draw on years of experience to ensure you are offered a bespoke service and any offer of employment is representative of your skills and experience.

In addition, you will be working with Lena Antoniou, a healthcare recruitment consultant with 19 years of experience , 13 years of which recruiting solely within Psychological Therapies and therefore offering specialist knowledge and a passion for this industry. Lena can offer support and advice with CV writing, bespoke interview preparation and tips along with sound knowledge of the employer, the role, and their ethos.

If you are interested in this role and wish to find out more then please apply today.

Not for you? Refer those that meet the criteria, and you will receive a referral bonus , as our way of saying thank you.

REF: 2884

INDPSY

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: £36,500.00-£44,100.00 per year

Benefits:
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Life insurance
Private medical insurance
Referral programme
Store discount
UK visa sponsorship
Schedule:
Flexitime
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Work Location: In person