Lead Clinician – Practitioner Psychologist, OT, SaLT
Location: Bluebank School – Derbyshire, S41 8LQ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent (term‑time and flexible arrangements available)
Essential: HCPC registration, full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
Job Description
We are seeking a Lead Clinician to manage our in‑house Clinical Team at Bluebank School. The postholder will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and the Regional Clinical Lead to provide high‑quality, person‑centred support to students with complex needs, including autism, neuro‑divergence, developmental trauma and SEMH. The role combines clinical leadership with an active therapy caseload, service development, staff supervision, and collaborative research initiatives.
Responsibilities
* Clinically lead the multidisciplinary team and hold a therapeutic caseload of students.
* Deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for pupils with autism and complex neuro‑developmental profiles.
* Coordinate line management of the onsite clinical team.
* Drive service development in partnership with the school SLT and Regional Clinical Lead.
* Maintain safeguarding culture and uphold pupil‑centred practice.
* Champion research projects and specialist interest groups within the school community.
Qualifications
* Doctorate or BPS Stage 2 qualification – registered psychologist, SaLT, OT.
* Valid professional registration (e.g. BPS/HCPC) and current membership.
* Substantial experience working with autistic individuals and complex needs.
* Strong report‑writing skills (clinical and research).
* Experience supervising and supporting a therapy team.
* Ability to work independently and to adapt to a growing service.
* Demonstrated multi‑professional teamwork experience.
* Full UK valid driving licence and access to own vehicle.
Benefits
* Flexible work – 4‑day week with 80% contractual hours paid 100%.
* Life assurance and pension scheme (with contribution options).
* Comprehensive wellbeing package – mental health support, physical health checks.
* Cycle‑to‑Work and Electric Car Purchase schemes.
* Critical illness cover and extensive discount schemes.
* Inclusive maternity, paternity and fertility support.
All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS. We reserve the right to close vacancies early – please submit your application at your earliest convenience.
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