Psychologist & Clinical Specialist for Children with Disabilities

1 week ago

Richmond, Greater London, United Kingdom Achieving for Children Full time
Job Title: Psychologist & Clinical Specialist for Children with DisabilitiesCompany: Achieving for Children

Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company with a public sector ethos, offering innovative solutions different from the traditional approach. Owned by local authorities, including Windsor & Maidenhead and Kingston, we blend the freedom of a social enterprise with the benefits of local government employment.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Full-time Psychologist (Band 8a equivalent) to join our team focusing on children with learning disabilities. Based at Moor Lane in Chessington, this role involves traveling across Kingston and Richmond to support special schools, families, and health teams. Our team is dedicated, supportive, and enthusiastic about their work, providing access to clinical supervision, training, and development opportunities.

  • Support children with learning disabilities, families, and networks
  • Provide consultation and training to professionals
  • Perform clinical work in assessment, interventions, and groups
  • Supervise trainees, assistant psychologists, and qualified staff
About You:

We are looking for a passionate individual dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people. Key requirements include:

  • Putting children and young people first
  • Qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist with HCPC registration
  • Experience in CAMHS working with complex families
  • Knowledge of working with children and young people with Learning Disabilities
Benefits:

Join a positive, supportive environment with access to various resources, competitive salary, and perks for hybrid working, including:

  • 29 days annual leave, increasing over years
  • Hybrid and mobile working options
  • Local Government salary and pension scheme
  • Flexible working for a good work-life balance
  • Employee Assistance Programme, staff benefits, and discounts
  • Learning and development opportunities

Important Information:

Start dates: Successful candidates join on set dates monthly, maintain continuous service eligibility. Right to work: New immigration system impacts EU and Non-EU workers, check guidance. We promote equality and value diversity and contributions from employees of varied backgrounds. We are a Disability Confident employer. Safeguarding: Committed to the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. Post requires a satisfactory DBS check.

For more information, visit our facilities. We may close this vacancy after receiving enough applications.

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