How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?Our colleagues' wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we're always looking for new ways to improve everyone's work/life balance.We're taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent). If the trial is a success, we'll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group - so there's never been a more exciting time to join!Job Title: Psychotherapist Location: Underley Gardens School, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire LA6 2DZSalary: GBP41,338 - GBP56,800 pro rata, DOEHours: 24 hours per week, 3 days per week, (days negotiable)Contract: Permanent, Term-Time onlyEssential: Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicleAbout the role We are looking for an experienced Psychotherapist to join our Clinical Teams at Underley Gardens School in Kirkby Lonsdale. You will work as a key member of our clinical teams, delivering assessments and interventions for pupils with complex communication needs, autism, and related emotional needs.You will implement a holistic, therapeutic approach, ensuring pupils' safety, comfort, and health. Responsibilities include conducting assessments, interventions, documentation, report writing, and collaborating with the onsite clinical team to develop clinical services, including staff and parent training.Our multidisciplinary Clinical Team fosters a nurturing environment where pupils can flourish, with a strong safeguarding culture. We prioritize listening to and respecting our pupils, involving them in decisions affecting them where possible.We aim for excellence in supporting our pupils and are the leading service provider in the UK. We seek a Psychotherapist who shares our vision: building futures by empowering vulnerable people to be happy and independent.Location Underley Gardens School, Kirkby Lonsdale, Lancashire LA6 2DZAbout the Group Outcomes First Group is the UK's largest independent provider of special needs education, serving communities across England, Scotland, and Wales. We are proud to be a 'Great Place to Work' for five consecutive years. Our brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.Essential CriteriaRecognized qualification, e.g., Master's Degree in Psychotherapy, registered with the appropriate professional bodyMinimum Level 7 qualification or Level 5 with relevant experienceClear report writing skills for clinical and research activitiesRegistration with BABCP or NCPC, and HCPC where applicableExperience working with autistic individuals with complex needsAbility to work independently under supervisionExperience in multi-professional teams or servicesEvidence of ongoing professional developmentFull UK driving license and access to a carBenefits and Rewards We offer a supportive, inclusive environment with opportunities for career development. Benefits include a professional support network, pension, discounts, training, wellbeing programmes, cycle scheme, and flexible benefits. The role offers 80% of contractual hours for 100% pay, subject to probation, as part of the 4-day working week trial. Family support benefits are also provided.Further details are available in the attached Job Description and Person Specification. For inquiries, contact us directly.We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. Successful applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS.Vacancy ID 271466#J-18808-Ljbffr
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Psychotherapist