Job Title: Clinical Psychologist – Autism & Neurodevelopmental Services
Banding: Equivalent to Band 8a
Location: Keele, Staffordshire
Working Hours: Full-time, flexible working available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you a skilled and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of neurodivergent children and their families? Pulse is recruiting for a permanent Clinical Psychologist to join a dedicated and growing Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) based in Keele, Staffordshire. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of specialist autism services, working in a collaborative and forward-thinking clinical environment.
Responsibilities
As a Practitioner Psychologist, you will:
* Deliver specialist autism and neurodevelopmental assessments, formulations, and interventions for children and young people.
* Work collaboratively within a diverse MDT including Psychologists, LD Nurses, OTs, SALTs, Paediatricians, Assistants, Trainees, and volunteers.
* Prepare comprehensive psychological reports and communicate findings to families and professionals.
* Provide evidence-based individual and group interventions for children, families, and carers.
* Offer specialist consultation, advice, and training to colleagues and external professionals.
* Contribute to service development, evaluation, and audit in collaboration with the research team.
* Provide clinical supervision and support to Assistant and Trainee Psychologists.
Benefits
* Flexible working patterns, including home working
* Purpose-built, award-winning facilities
* Extensive CPD, reflective practice, and training opportunities
* Clinical and management supervision
* 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Charity worker and Blue Light discounts
* Life assurance after 1 year
* Pension scheme
* Recommend-a-friend scheme
* Free on-site parking
* No out-of-hours, rota, or weekend expectations
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:
* Doctorate (or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology
* HCPC registration
* Experience in autism and neurodevelopmental assessment and diagnosis
* Skilled in psychometric testing, cognitive/neuropsychological assessments, and clinical formulation
* Experience working with children, young people, and families
* Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills
* Commitment to inclusive and person-centred practice
* Enhanced DBS with barred lists required
If you don't meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and dedication.
How to Apply
Click "Apply" via the Pulse website to submit your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Alternatively, contact us on for more information.
Why Work with Pulse?
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* Exclusive roles across the UK
* Personalised support throughout your job search
* Flexible opportunities tailored to your career goals
Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know — we're here to support you.