Overview
and Responsibilities
Clinical Psychologist – Aurora Hedgeway
Location: Pilning, South Gloucestershire
Actual Salary: £,. - £,.
Hours: hours per week (3 days, to be discussed at interview)
Contract: Permanent, term time only (. paid weeks)
About us:
Aurora Hedgeway is a dynamic and inspiring provision for children and young people aged 7- with a primary or secondary diagnosis of Autism and related social and communication needs.
We offer every student the chance to explore and fulfil their own unique potential. With provision running from Key Stage 2 all the way through to post-, we are set up to support children and young people at every stage of their academic journey.
Your Role as a Clinical Psychologist
As our Clinical Psychologist, you’ll play a central role in shaping the emotional and behavioural development of our students. You’ll work closely with young people to assess their psychological needs and deliver tailored interventions that support their growth and independence. Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team, you’ll help embed Positive Behaviour Support strategies across the school, ensuring every child receives consistent, compassionate care.
You’ll also provide expert guidance and training to staff and families, empowering them to better understand and respond to the needs of the children in their care. Whether leading group sessions or offering one-to-one support, your work will be instrumental in helping our students thrive, both in school and beyond.
Please see the link below for our full job description:
Skills and Qualifications
What we’re looking for
1. HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist with a postgraduate qualification in Psychology
2. Experience supporting young people with Autism and complex needs
3. Background in educational, care, or clinical settings
4. Skilled in multi-disciplinary collaboration
5. Experience supervising Assistant Psychologists
6. Passionate about evidence-based practice and continuous learning
Benefits and Additional Information
What’s on Offer at Aurora?
We believe in supporting you as much as we support the children and young people in our care. Here’s a snapshot of the fantastic benefits waiting for you:
Grow with Us – Training & Development
Learning never stops at Aurora! We offer a wide range of training programmes and career development opportunities to help you build your skills and reach your goals.
Save Money on Everyday Essentials
With the rising cost of living, our Perkbox app helps you stretch your money further:
7. Discounts on groceries, phone plans, internet, dining out, gym memberships & more
8. Access to our Cycle to Work and Car Scheme
Competitive Pay & Reward
We regularly benchmark our pay and benefits to stay ahead of the curve. You’ll enjoy:
9. Enhanced Annual Leave
10. Company Sick Pay
11. Enhanced Pension
12. Life Assurance
/7 GP Access – For You & Your Household
Need a doctor? No problem. Book a phone or video appointment anytime, day or night. This service covers everyone in your household.
UK Health Cash Plan
Cover everyday healthcare costs like dental and optician bills. You and your children are included in the scheme, and you can upgrade to add your partner too!
Employee Assistance Programme
Your wellbeing matters. Get confidential support on a wide range of issues, including:
13. Freephone counselling (available /7)
14. Online tools and resources
️ Refer a Friend – Earn £1,!
Know someone who’d be a great fit? Refer them and get rewarded!
(*Terms apply)
How to apply?
Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details. If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Adele in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at