Job Description

The Shires

Rutland
50,000 - 60,000 per year

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 September 2025

Apply by:

27 August 2025

Job overview

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Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your clinical career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?

Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider clinical network that meets regularly for training & development?

Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist assessments and interventions fostering independence within an education setting?

Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced clinical offer through supporting the growth of colleagues, apprentices, students and therapy assistants?

How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running?

Does working 4 days a week with FULL pay sound like a dream?!It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group!

Job Title: Lead Clinician
Location: The Shires - Stretton & Oakham, Rutland, East Midlands (LE15 7GT / LE15 6JB)
Salary: 50,000 - 60,000 (DOE)
Hours: 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent (Term-time only or flexible full-time options available)
Essential: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

About the Role

We're seeking a Lead Clinician to manage our on-site Clinical Team across The Shires - Stretton & Oakham, part of our Options Autism division. You'll work alongside school leadership and the Regional Clinical Lead, splitting your time between managing the team and carrying a clinical caseload.

You'll deliver tailored assessments and interventions for pupils with complex needs, including autism, developmental trauma, and SEMH. You'll also ensure EHCP targets are met through our tiered support model ('all', 'group', and 'individual').

You'll play a key role in shaping and developing the clinical service while providing supervision to the therapy team.

About Us

Outcomes First Group is a leading provider of specialist education across England, Scotland, and Wales. We support young people with a range of needs, including autism, trauma, and SEMH, through our schools: Acorn, Options Autism, Momenta Connect, and Blenheim Schools.

Our Vision: Empower every child through world-class, inclusive education.
Our Mission: Unlock potential through personalised learning and opportunity.
Our Promise:

We Listen

We Work Together

We Are Accountable

Essential Criteria

Degree in relevant clinical discipline

Current registration (e.g., BPS, HCPC)

Experience with autistic and neurodivergent young people

Skilled in report writing and service development

Experience supervising clinical staff

Strong independent and team-working skills

Experience working in multi-professional settings (preferred)

Full UK driving licence and own transport

Why Join Us?

As part of a national network of over 350 clinicians, you'll benefit from peer support and ongoing development opportunities. We offer a flexible benefits package including:

4-Day Working Week (100% pay for 80% hours*)

Life assurance & enhanced pension

Mental health & wellbeing support

Family leave & fertility treatment support

Health & insurance benefits

Cycle to Work and Electric Car schemes

Extensive staff discountsPost-probation; not contractual


The Shires is an independent day school for autistic young people aged 11-19. For more details, see the full and Person Specification.

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 vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.

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.

Recruiter contact:

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About

The Shires

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The Shires

Shires Lane, Stretton, Rutland
Leicestershire
LE15 7GT
United Kingdom

+44 1780 411944

The Shires provide exceptional education, care and support for young people aged 11-19 years old with autism, associated learning disabilities and complex needs. We are passionate about providing opportunities both inside and outside the classroom, enabling each young person to realise their full academic potential and develop essential social, emotional and life skills.



We deliver a broad and balanced curriculum linked to the developmental stage of each pupil in a supportive communication rich environment. Their education is further supported through the delivery of life skills, vocational opportunities, and any additional support they need to succeed.



The Shires' highly skilled team tailor our curriculum and learning to each young person's needs and talents, ensuring they leave with the resources and skills they need to support them on to their next steps and future lives.

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