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Assistant Psychologist - Cambian Group
Cambian Group, the UK’s largest provider of specialist services in children’s residential care, education, mental health rehabilitation, and learning disabilities, is seeking dedicated, caring individuals to join as an Assistant Psychologist. The role requires prior experience working in CAMHS settings, preferably with children who are Looked After.
We offer excellent training, career progression opportunities, and a variety of staff benefits.
About Southlands School
Southlands School is an Ofsted-registered independent specialist school providing 38 to 52-week residential and day placements for boys and girls aged 7-19 with diagnoses of Asperger's Syndrome and related conditions on the Autistic Spectrum.
Role Responsibilities
1. Support and enhance psychological care for children and young people by assisting qualified psychologists.
2. Deliver and evaluate evidence-based interventions aligned with Cambian Healthcare objectives, policies, and user needs.
3. Administer, score, and report on psychometric assessments and risk assessments.
4. Contribute to clinical formulation, staff support, and both individual and group interventions.
5. Participate in ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
Candidate Profile
* Strong team player, confident, motivated, and well-organized.
* Understanding of therapeutic boundaries and evidence-based interventions.
* Patience, commitment, and a genuine desire to help others.
* Good degree in Psychology and preferably previous experience as an Assistant Psychologist.
We Offer
* Full support from a multidisciplinary team.
* Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
* Developmental and research opportunities.
* Training on new initiatives.
* 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with increments for length of service.
Additional Information
Successful candidates must meet the person specification. Cambian is committed to safeguarding and protecting young people and service users. All candidates will undergo an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.
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