Job Description

We are seeking a

Psychologist or Psychology Graduate (CBT/DBT trained)

as a

permanent employee role

within

Willow Tree Group Holdings Ltd

, working in

Supported Living and Children's Residential Care Homes

, and aligned with

Ofsted regulations

.

Location

: Supported Living & Residential Children's Services

Organisation

: WTG Holdings Ltd

Reports to

: Service Operations Manager

Salary

: Competitive, based on experience

Contract Type

: Full-time / Permanent

Purpose of the Role

To provide psychological support and therapeutic interventions to children and young people aged 16-17 in care and supported accommodation. The role focuses on promoting emotional wellbeing, resilience, and trauma recovery through evidence-based approaches such as

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

and

Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)

, in line with

Ofsted's Quality Standards

and the

values of Willow Tree Group Holdings Ltd

.

Key Responsibilities

Therapeutic Support

Deliver individual and group therapy sessions using CBT/DBT and trauma-informed approaches. Conduct psychological assessments and contribute to care/support planning. Support young people in managing emotional regulation, anxiety, and behavioural challenges.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Ensure all therapeutic work aligns with

Ofsted's Protection Standard (Regulation 5)

and

Support Standard (Regulation 7)

. Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with

Regulation 24

. Participate in safeguarding reviews and contribute to risk assessments.

Staff Support & Training

Provide training and reflective practice sessions for staff on mental health, trauma-informed care, and behaviour management. Support psychologically informed environments (PIEs) across services.

Multi-Agency Collaboration

Work closely with CAMHS, social workers, education providers, and other professionals. Attend care planning and review meetings, offering psychological insights and recommendations.

Monitoring & Evaluation

Contribute to

Quality of Support Reviews (Regulation 32)

. Use feedback from young people and staff to improve therapeutic approaches and outcomes.

Person Specification

Essential

Degree in Psychology (with postgraduate training or experience in CBT/DBT). Experience working with children and young people in care or supported accommodation. Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding. Knowledge of

The Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations 2023

and Ofsted inspection frameworks.

Desirable

HCPC registration or working towards chartered status. Experience in residential care or supported living environments. Familiarity with youth justice, education, or therapeutic settings.

Willow Tree Group Values

You will be expected to uphold and promote the organisation's core values:

Person-Centred Care

- Supporting each young person's unique journey.

Empowerment

- Helping young people build confidence and independence.

Professionalism

- Delivering high-quality, ethical, and compassionate care.

Collaboration

- Working together with families, professionals, and communities.

Safety & Progress

- Creating environments where young people feel safe and can thrive.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development and training Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Opportunities to contribute to service innovation Pension scheme and employee wellbeing initiatives

How to Apply

Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and motivation to hr@wtg.org.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent, Graduate

Work Location: In person