Are you a qualified and experienced Psychologist looking for a rewarding leadership role in a specialist education setting? We’re recruiting for a Senior Psychologist to join a dedicated team supporting young people with complex needs. This is a term-time only position offering a competitive salary and excellent work-life balance.
-----------------------------------
Key Details:
* Job Title: Senior Psychologist
* Salary: £62,192 – £65,790 per annum (pro rata)
* Contract: Permanent, Term-Time Only
* Hours: 29.6 hours per week (4 days)
* Location: North West England (commutable from Preston and surrounding areas)
* Start Date: ASAP
* Contact: Nicole Jordan – 0203 475 4175 / njordan@hg-mh.com
-----------------------------------
A Day in the Life of a Senior Psychologist:
In this role, you’ll lead on the delivery of psychological services within a specialist educational environment, supporting students with a range of social, emotional, and mental health needs. You’ll work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and external professionals to ensure a holistic, trauma-informed approach to care and learning.
-----------------------------------
What You’ll Do:
* Provide psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions
* Lead on formulation and care planning for students with complex needs
* Supervise and support junior psychology and therapy staff
* Contribute to whole-school approaches to wellbeing and inclusion
* Support staff training, reflective practice, and development
* Liaise with families, carers, and external agencies to ensure joined-up care
-----------------------------------
What We’re Looking For:
* HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational)
* Experience working with children and young people with SEMH needs
* Strong leadership, communication, and consultation skills
* A collaborative, trauma-informed approach to care
* Experience in education or specialist settings is desirable but not essential
-----------------------------------
Why Apply?
* Term-time only working – enjoy school holidays off
* Competitive salary and pension scheme
* Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
* Opportunities for leadership, development, and innovation
* Make a lasting impact on the lives of young people
-----------------------------------
Know a Psychologist looking for locum work?
Refer them today and earn £250 when they start!
Click here to refer now
[image]