About the role
Does joining an evidence-based provision where quality and Neuro affirming best practice is delivered, if so, we are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our clinical team. This exciting role will involve working under the supervision of a psychologist to carry out tasks that will involve group work, 1:1 work, research, audit and evaluation.
Our well-established teams within OFG, maintain a nurturing and supportive environment where the pupils in our care can flourish, always putting them at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and our pupils are heard, respected and involved in decisions that affect them wherever possible.
When it comes to looking after the people in our care we strive for excellence. With this in mind, we are looking for an Assistant Psychologist who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world.
Location: Belmont Secondary School – Rawtenstall BB4 6RX
Belmont School - Lancashire
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.
We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.
Essential Criteria:
1. Psychology degree (2:1 or above)
2. Relevant experience of working with children and young people
3. First-hand experience of a range of research methods
4. First-hand experience of quantitative and qualitative research, including different methods of data collection, research designs, analysis and final report writing
5. Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
6. Experience of teaching and/or supporting of other health professionals
7. Experience or knowledge of relevant client group (service specific)
8. Full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle
What’s in it for you?
We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression.
9. An extra day’s holiday for a special day of your choice (birthday, child’s first day at school etc.)
10. Professional support network
11. Contributory Pension
12. Employee Rewards Hub – access to discounts, offers and cashback with 100s of retailers
13. Career pathways and a dedicated learning and development team
14. The Hub – employee discounts, recognition cards, well-being centre
15. Cycle to Work scheme
16. Employee Assistance Programme
17. Salary Finance
18. We offer a flexible benefits scheme which allows you to adjust your benefits to suit your circumstances.
19. *You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit
20. Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.
At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Vacancy ID: 283170
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Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.