Job Description

Job summary



Portfield School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist to join our therapy team. The successful candidate will work with students who have autism and other complex associated complexities. In addition to their work within the school, the Clinical Psychologist will also participate in monthly assessment sessions at our assessment centre collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to assess children for a diagnosis of autism. This role would be to support one day a week on a contract or self employed basis.



Main duties of the job

A day in the life of a Clinical Psychologist would include:

Providing individual and group psychological interventions for students aged 4-19 with autism and other complex special needs.



Conducting psychological assessments, including cognitive and behavioural evaluations, to inform individualised learning Plans.



Working collaboratively with teachers, teaching assistants, and other school staff to support the emotional and psychological well-being of students.



Developing and implement behaviour management plans and strategies to support students learning and development with the behaviour support team.



Providing training and support to school staff and parents on topics related to autism and other special needs.



Participating in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborate with other professionals, such as speech and language therapists, occupational therapists, and social workers.



Maintaining accurate and confidential records of assessments, interventions, and progress.



Attending monthly assessment sessions at the assessment centre, contributing to the diagnosis process for children referred for autism assessments.



About us



We exist to support and empower those living with autism.We recognise the challenges for children, adults and their families and will work with them as partners to find solutions and create opportunities through tailored learning and support.



Job description

Job responsibilities



Providing individual and group psychological interventions for students aged 4-19 with autism and other complex special needs.



Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential



Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) from an accredited institution. Current registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Clinical Psychologist.



Desirable



Experience working with children and adolescents with autism and other complex needs. Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team. Compassionate, patient, and committed to improving the lives of children with special needs



Disclosure and Barring Service Check



This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration



Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).