Job Title: Senior Educational Psychologist
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: Up to £65,000 (negotiable dependent upon experience)
Contract: Permanent/Fixed-Term/Part-Time/Full-Time
Hours: Negotiable (FT equivalent 40 hours)

JOB SUMMARY

Working alongside the Education and Autism Lead (who is an educational psychologist), and with the consultant clinical directors, this post involves strategic service development in core areas such as: educational psychology service development and expansion, research, neuroaffirming service design, EOTAS. Clinical supervision for psychological practitioners and trainee and assistant psychologist. This is a unique opportunity for an Educational Psychologist to work in exciting and different contexts. You will have the opportunity to contribute to the development and delivery of a trauma-informed educational psychology service that sits within a diverse multi-disciplinary team comprising of clinical, educational and forensic psychologists, psychotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapist and assistant psychologists.
The educational psychology service primarily provides commissioned work in mainstream schools, SEN and with families, with some additional opportunities to work in children’s residential homes and fostering services, depending on where postholders have a specific interest. The service works closely with the University of Manchester. The post does not require involvement in statutory assessment work.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• Registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Experienced in working with children and young people with SEN and/or those in care.
• Knowledgeable about trauma-informed approaches, attachment theory, and evidence-based interventions.
• An effective communicator with the ability to build strong relationships with children, families, and professionals.
• Passionate about inclusion and committed to reducing barriers to learning and development.
• Skilled in providing consultation, assessment, and intervention within multi-agency contexts.
• ADOS and/or ADR training is desirable but not essential

ABOUT US

bMindful Psychology is an award-winning mental health service provider, committed to delivering high-quality psychological support to marginalised children and young people who have experienced developmental and relational trauma. We are passionate about supporting the teams around the child to ensure positive outcomes through consultation, implementation of tailored care plans, and training.
At bMindful, our vision is to offer a comprehensive range of services to support professionals, who in turn can support children and young people to reach their potential and have rich and meaningful lives.
bMindful Psychology has a broad range of services with a strong ethos of multidisciplinary and a hard-working team approach to provide those using our services with the best possible advice and support. This means significantly improving or supporting the mental health and wellbeing of all children and young people who use our service by means of clinical excellence so that they can reach their full potential.

DO YOU ALSO HAVE THE SKILLS AND PASSION TO JOIN OUR ORGANISATION. IF SO, WE WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FOR YOU.

Please apply using the link below and attach your most recent CV. Should you wish to obtain any further information about this vacancy please contact Laura Byrne on 0161 510 0111 or via email: recruitment@bmindfulpsychology.co.uk
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel supported and respected
If you require any reasonable adjustments for an interview, please highlight this to Recruitment in advance.
As part of our safer recruitment procedure, successful candidates will be required to complete a compliance application form, undergo an enhanced DBS check (no cost) full references will be taken and employment gaps will be explored
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to £65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location: In perso

• Contribute to neuro-affirming neurodevelopmental assessments and post diagnostic support.
• Provide consultations and psychological assessments to identify and address the needs of children with SEN and those in care
• Working alongside a multidisciplinary team to support schools, children and parents/carers.
• Co-develop person centred reports and intervention plans, including strategies to support learning, emotional wellbeing, and social development.
• Provide training and workshops to educators and carers, enhancing their understanding of neurodiversity, SEN, trauma, and attachment.
• Offer trauma informed support and guidance to children and young people, promoting resilience and positive mental health.
• Support the placement of Year 1 TEPs and contribute to research development.
• Contribute to bMindful service development and the promotion of inclusive practices across education and care settings.
• Working with children and families in the community