Assistant Psychologist - Ofsted Registered Children's Residential Home Job Title: Assistant Psychologist Location: London (multi-site) Salary: £28,000 - £34,000 per annum About The Role: SuperCare is a rapidly growing provider of Residential Children's Homes across London and the South East of England. Our service supports young people with significant emotional, behavioural and mental health needs, alongside learning disabilities. As an Assistant Psychologist, under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist, you will provide vital psychological support to both the young people and staff within our homes. You will assist with delivering evidence-based, psychologically-informed interventions, contributing to individualised care planning and maintaining a consistently nurturing therapeutic environment. In this role, you will work closely with a multi-disciplinary therapy team, including an Occupational Therapist (OT), Speech and Language Therapist (SALT), Behaviour Analyst, as well as Registered Managers and Care Staff, to ensure a holistic and joint approach to care. Key Responsibilities: As a Assistant Psychologist, you will: Deliver structured, goal focused sessions with young people under the guidance of a Clinical Psychologist Support young people in developing emotional regulation, communication, coping strategies, and independence skills Assist with 1:1 interventions both independently and alongside senior clinicians Model therapeutic strategies to staff teams within the home environment Work collaboratively within the MDT to ensure consistent, needs?led support Attend MDT meetings, placement reviews, clinical discussions, and staff handovers Collect, organise, and record data for assessments, reviews and ongoing therapeutic work Maintain accurate, timely and safeguarding compliant clinical notes. Support the delivery of psychological formulations, behaviour support plans and therapeutic programmes. Prepare resources, materials and environmental adaptations recommended by senior clinicians. Participate in supervision with a Clinical Psychologist. Engage in CPD, reflective practice and relevant training. Work sensitively with children who may have experienced trauma, neurodiversity, SEMH needs, attachment difficulties or communication challenges. About You: We are looking for a motivated and compassionate individual with experience supporting children and young people, ideally within residential care or a related setting. You should have: 2:1 or above in a Psychology Degree (BPS accredited) Experience working with Children or Young People, particularly those with Social, Emotional or Behavioural Needs An understanding of neurodiversity, trauma, SEMH needs, or communication differences Someone proactive, organised, and confident working independently once trained Strong communication, interpersonal, and report writing skills A compassionate, patient and resilient individual with a genuine commitment to improving young people's lives What We Offer: Regular clinical supervision Opportunities for CPD and training Competitive salary package Private healthcare 24/7 GP access £40 per month gym membership contribution Blue Light Discount scheme Pension scheme Enhanced maternity and paternity leave Wellbeing support Birthday paid as a day off Apply Today: If you are passionate about making a meaningful difference and helping young people build brighter, more independent futures, we'd love to hear from you. Safer Recruitment All roles are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, referencing and full safer recruitment procedures. Please note, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. Applicants must already have the legal right to work in the UK. INDServices