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How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four*?
Our colleagues’ wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do at OFG, so we’re always looking for new ways to improve everyone’s work/life balance. We’re taking part in a trial of the 4-Day Working Week, meaning that you could be working one day less a week (or equivalent).
If the trial is a success, we’ll be rolling the 4DWW out across the Group – so there’s never been a more exciting time to join #teamOFG!
Job Title: Adults Clinical Psychologist
Location: Care First – Pheasey, Walsall area, Birmingham - The Clinical Team will support the provision of services across a number of sites within Walsall, Kings Norton and Walsall.
Salary: up to £60,000 depending on experience plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&C's Apply
Contract: Permanent, 52 weeks per annum, 37.5 hours per week
Essential: Full UK Driving Licence and access to own vehicle required
We’re looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our team who will contribute to bespoke assessment and intervention plans for the adults we support. This is a wide and varied role ideal for those looking for a new challenge where you can truly have an impact on shaping services and driving change.
Care First aims to improve the quality of life for adults with learning difficulties/disabilities, autism, and mental health difficulties. Our service offers support through both practical and vocational training.
About the role
The post is located within Care First – Pheasey, Walsall area. You will be joining a new clinical team to facilitate MDT working, consisting of Speech and Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy. The clinical team is embedded into the structure of the provision which enables positive and effective multi-disciplinary working across the education services, to maximize clinical outcomes for the adults. Outcomes First Group supports clinical CPD in the North Region, facilitating supervision and training opportunities to deliver evidence-based interventions.
You will work within the overall framework of the service policies and procedures and within existing MDT and Clinical Governance structures to support service development and quality assurance.
Our clinical teams develop empowering environments where our adults can flourish, always putting them at the forefront. All settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, ensuring the adults we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions affecting them where possible.
We aim for excellence in caring for adults, and we seek a Clinical Psychologist who shares our vision to build incredible futures.
Location: Care First – Pheasey, Walsall area, Birmingham
About the Group
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high-quality education and special needs education, with adult services across England and North Wales. We are a vital part of local communities, known for quality and positive outcomes. In 2024, we were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth consecutive year.
Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.
For more information, visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/
* Post-graduate doctoral qualification in Psychology (clinical, counselling, forensic).
* Registered with the HCPC and BPS.
* Experience supervising Assistant Psychologists
* Previous experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities
* Ability to collaborate with key partners
* Sensitivity and conflict resolution skills
* Continuing professional development relevant to the setting
* Substantial post-qualification experience with adults and children
* Experience in lecturing/teaching/training
* Full UK driving license and access to a car
* Skills in data management, including collection and analysis for service development and projects
For further details, refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role, contact: recruitment@ofgl.co.uk
What’s in it for you?
Join an ambitious, driven service supported by a talented team. This role offers autonomy and the chance to make a positive impact on lives, enriching the community and supporting your career growth.
We provide a friendly, inclusive environment where adults are valued. Our benefits support your well-being and personal development, including career progression opportunities.
Your health and wellbeing are important, so you’ll receive:
* Life Assurance
* Pension scheme with optional contributions
* Access to mental health support and health checks
* *Work 80% of hours for 100% of pay, subject to probation
* Family Growth Support: enhanced maternity/paternity leave, fertility treatment support
Additional benefits include:
* Flexible Benefits Platform: health, wellbeing, insurance options
* Discount options, Cycle to Work, Electric Car schemes
* Critical illness cover
Our focus on outcomes means your work will positively impact lives daily.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare; successful applicants will undergo social media checks and enhanced DBS.
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