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Assistant Psychologist - Practitioner Positive Behavioural Support Location: Central Region Hours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £31,827 per annum Car Allowance £3700.00 PA Job Role: This Job description gives an outline of the post and is subject to review in consultation with the post holder. You will be working as part of the Therapy Team you will provide guidance, active support, plans and coaching to the teams across division supporting individuals with behaviour that challenges and supporting individuals who are impacted by a learning disability, autism, acquired brain injury and/ or other mental health challenges. You will be responsible for the implementation of PBS strategies that will improve the quality of life and service user's well-being and working with our support teams, to reduce restrictive interventions. Plan, write up and develop positive behaviour support plans which are personalised and meet the needs of those we support as well as enhance their choice &amp; independence. Leading by example, you will demonstrate strong influencing and communication skills, and will create a culture that encourages openness and transparency where the staff and service users feel fully engaged, and are empowered to innovate and improve services. You will be expected to model the values of the organisation, in all that you do. To provide psychology input under qualified psychologist and trainee psychologist supervision to the Care Team and service users; providing specialist psychological assessment, formulation, and treatment in the limits of professional competency and experience under qualified psychologist supervision. To work under supervision within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the Department's policies and procedures. To utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and research within the area served by the Department at the qualified requests. Rewards &amp; Benefits: Access to a wide range of free online courses for all staff on a variety of topics for self-development of your careerFree DBS CheckStakeholder PensionFree Employee Assistance ProgrammeAnnual Employee Awards EveningEmployee Recognition SchemesCareer progression within the companyCareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friends Your development will be assessed using CareTech's Performance Appraisal Review process. You will have the opportunity to discuss your development needs with your manager on an annual basis, with regular reviews. The post holder is subject to the terms and conditions of CareTech. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to commencement of employment, the disclosure expense will be met by the employer. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to contact every applicant. We will be in touch 7-10 days after receipt of your CV if progressing your application to the next stage. Some of our roles require male or female employees only, where this is indicated it is a genuine occupational requirement, in accordance with the Equality Act 2010

Assistant Psychologist - Practitioner Positive Behavioural Support

Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager Location: Ofsted-rated Good further education college in Northamptonshire Salary: £39,900 £44,900 per annum Benefits: 38 days annual leave + bank holidays &amp; 20% LGPS pension contribution Interviews: Week commencing 24th November 2025 We re working with a respected college in Northamptonshire who are looking to appoint a Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead (DDSL). This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in safeguarding, student welfare and multi-agency collaboration to step into a pivotal role supporting young people and vulnerable adults across the college. The Role: You ll lead and support a dedicated team focused on student wellbeing, mental health, and safeguarding. Working closely with external agencies and internal stakeholders, you ll provide timely interventions, manage risk, and help shape college-wide policy. The role also includes delivering staff training, overseeing safeguarding audits, and reporting directly to senior leaders. What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>Experience in a safeguarding role, ideally as a DDSL or similar</li> <li>Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practice</li> <li>Confident communicator with excellent leadership and organisational skills</li> <li>Calm, resilient, and committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion</li> <li>Safeguarding qualifications and previous experience in further education are highly desirable</li> </ul> What s on Offer: <ul> <li>A permanent, strategic safeguarding position within a well-regarded college</li> <li>38 days annual leave plus bank holidays</li> <li>Local Government Pension Scheme with a 20% employer contribution</li> <li>Opportunities to make a lasting difference to students lives</li> </ul> Next steps: Once you ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions. Data Policy: Your data will be stored by Think FE Ltd. solely for the purpose of helping you to find work. By hitting apply you consent to your data being used in this way. We will confirm with you by email immediately with a full breakdown of how your data is used, and you may opt out fully or in part at any time. Your data will not be passed on to 3rd parties without your permission.

Safeguarding and Wellbeing Manager

School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training- Bletchley Are you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist or mental health support worker?Role to start ASAP or January.Does catering for children with special educational and emotional needs appeal to you?Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?We are seeking a School Mental Health assistant to work within a SEND School in Hemel Hempstead.We are working with a Special Needs School in Bletchley that is looking for support staff to start working with them from September, The school are particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.If you are passionate about working with children and additional needs and up for an exciting challenging, yet rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the school are looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.Interviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.These support roles are ideal for individuals looking for a support role within the education sector and will be ideal for anyone seeking a role as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-Bletchley- School Mental Health Assistant- Bletchley

School Mental Health Assistant

School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training- Hemel HempsteadAre you an aspiring Education Psychologist, Clinical Psychologist, or Occupational Therapist or mental health support worker?Role to start ASAP or January.Does catering for children with special educational and emotional needs appeal to you?Are you a graduate or about to graduate, looking to gain experience with students with special needs?We are seeking a School Mental Health assistant to work within a SEND School in Hemel Hempstead.We are working with a Special Needs School in Hemel Hempstead that is looking for support staff to start working with them from September, The school are particularly interested in Psychology and criminology graduates who are aspiring Education Psychologists/Clinical Psychologists/Occupational Therapists.If you are passionate about working with children and additional needs and up for an exciting challenging, yet rewarding role, this could be the job for you! Some experience working with children is various settings would be beneficial, but personality and motivation within this field are just as important!The pupils have many needs including Social, Emotional, Mental Health (SEMH), Autism and behavioural difficulties. Therefore, the school are looking for committed individuals who want to work there for at least 12 months, as consistency of staff is vital for the children's progression.Interviews are actively taking placing so please apply immediately if you are interested.These support roles are ideal for individuals looking for a support role within the education sector and will be ideal for anyone seeking a role as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant.School Mental Health Assistant-Education and Training-Hemel Hempstead- School Mental Health Assistant- Hemel Hempstead

Aspiring Educational Psychologist- Mental Health - Hemel Hempstead - Education and Training - Aspiring Educational Psychologist- Mental Health- Hemel Hempstead This is an excellent entry level role for psychology graduates seeking long term careers within educational or clinical psychology.Ideal for Psychology or Health and Social Care Graduate before you decide on committing to an MSc/Doctorate and Research Project. This role will allow you to see a range of therapist, SEN, ABA Tutors &amp; Mental health specialists at work. This role is all about giving the children a sense of purpose. Can you make the children's lives just that little bit better? Learning Support Assistant - Autism - Hemel Hempstead- Education and Training - Learning Support Assistant - Autism - Hemel Hempstead Intermediate learning levels, a tailored curriculum for each student ADHD, Asperger's, OCD, Dyslexia and a focus on Social, Emotional and Mental Health challenges Outstanding Teaching and support teams in place, a wonderfully holistic and positive atmosphere - EYFS to KS4 OTs, and Specialist SEN Teachers, plus outside agencies will be at work dependent on the context of each child Focus on learning need and Autism, delivering key and personal/functional skills 55 students, classes of 6-8ranging on ability 460- 500 per week, Monday to Friday, 8.30 to 4:30 This is a LSA role that will put you into challenging, sometimes Anti-Social contexts that will build your foundations of experience. With this LSA role starting after, de-escalation and the language around it is incredibly important! Aspiring Educational Psychologist - Autism - Education and Training - Hemel Hempstead- Mental Health Education and Training - Aspiring educational Psychologist -Hemel Hempstead

Aspiring Educational Psychologist

Dive into your career today!Are you a Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around Dunstable eager to build a meaningful career in mental health, clinical practice, or the education and training sector? This Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant role offers you the perfect launchpad to gain invaluable hands-on experience supporting students with complex needs - all while setting you on a clear career pathway toward clinical roles such as Assistant Psychologist, Clinical Practitioner, or Therapist.You'll benefit from ongoing professional development, targeted internal education and training, and opportunities to progress into roles like Assistant Psychologist or funded postgraduate study. Many of our graduates have successfully transitioned into permanent clinical roles within our multi-disciplinary Dunstable team.Your Role: Psychology Graduate Mental Health AssistantBased in a respected Special Educational Needs school in Dunstable, you will work closely with children facing Social, Emotional, and Mental Health challenges, Autism, and behavioural difficulties. Supported by a dedicated clinical and therapeutic team, your responsibilities will include:<ul><li>Delivering personalised 1:1 and small group interventions</li><li>Applying therapeutic techniques to support emotional regulation</li><li>Collaborating with educational psychologists, counsellors, and therapists</li><li>Supporting students' academic and personal growth</li><li>Building trusting relationships that empower students to thrive</li></ul>Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - Pathway to Clinical CareersLocation: DunstableContract: Full-Time Long-TermStart Date: ImmidiateSalary: 460- 500 per weekSector: Mental Health, Clinical Development, Education and TrainingWhy Join Us?<ul><li>Gain essential clinical experience before pursuing postgraduate qualifications</li><li>Receive mentorship from experienced professionals in education and therapy</li><li>Thrive in a setting that values your personal development as much as your students'</li><li>Make a real, positive impact on children with SEMH needs</li><li>Join a supportive, trauma-informed care team focused on innovation and growth</li></ul>Clear Career Progression as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant - it's a structured stepping stone designed to advance your career in fields such as:<ul><li>Clinical or Educational Psychology</li><li>Occupational Therapy or Speech and Language Therapy</li><li>Specialist Teaching and SEN Education</li><li>Mental Health Support and Youth Intervention</li></ul>Who We're Looking For<ul><li>Final-year or recent graduates in Psychology, Criminology, or related disciplines</li><li>Passionate about mental health, neurodiversity, and supporting young people</li><li>Committed to a minimum 12-month position to ensure consistent care</li><li>Experience working with children or young people is a plus, but not essential</li><li>Motivated, emotionally intelligent, and resilient</li></ul>If you're a Psychology or Criminology graduate ready to launch your career as a Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant, this role in Dunstable offers a unique opportunity to develop your skills and build a rewarding clinical career.

Psychology Graduate Mental Health Assistant

Do you want to support people with mental health issues? Are you calm, non-judgemental and able to work effectively with people experiencing distress? Can you demonstrate our values of Hope, Courage, Together and Responsive and want to be part of our mission to create opportunities for individuals to make choices, find their own solutions, build resilience and manage their whole life and wellbeing? If the answer to all of these is yes, we want to hear from you. Peer Support Workers Reference: 312 Responsible to: Peer Support Team Lead Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: One Year Fixed Term (Subject to Contract Extension) Rate of pay: £25,233 to £26,000 per annum Based: Closest Herts Mind Network Wellbeing Centre to home, but role involves travelling across Herts county We are pleased to be able to offer an opportunity for two Peer Support Workers to join our thriving team. About the Peer Support Services Our Peer Support Service started 13 years ago, with 2 Wellbeing Centres offering this new service. Since then, we have seen our service grow and we now offer Peer Support across the whole of Hertfordshire Working in co-production with clients, staff, volunteers and stakeholders, we were able to create our own Peer Support Charter Values (this can be found on our website). These values form the ethos we work towards within our peer support team. These values also complement HMN s values of Hope, Courage, Togetherness and Responsive, which form the basis of all the work we do as an organisation. About the Role Working with the team to offer 1-1 peer support to anyone accessing HMN. The Peer Support service provide tailored support for individuals to support their needs. This includes using different tools and techniques to help an individual improve areas of their life they may be struggling with. Having a lived experience of mental health issues or supporting someone who has is a key element to what makes this service so unique. The Peer Support approach includes empathy, warmth, acceptance, authenticity and compassion. Peer Support is based on the recognition that there is no better person to support the path towards recovery, than someone who has walked a similar path as that person. To meet client needs, and work to this personalised approach, we do support people out in the community, within their home, as well as in one of our Wellbeing Centres. Being able to drive and having access to your own vehicle (or equivalent) is essential for this role. The successful candidate will need a personal understanding of mental ill health, either from your own lived experience or by caring for someone with a mental health condition and have awareness of issues in mental health service provision. Peer Support Workers will also provide support within our Peer Support Groups, Peer Support Learning Sets and Peer Support Academy when needed. We offer: <ul> <li>Annual leave entitlement of 25 days per year pro rata, rising in increments to a max. of 28 days after 5 years employment (plus 8 days Bank Holidays)</li> <li>An additional day of leave each year for your birthday following completion of probation period.</li> <li>Ongoing training relevant to your role.</li> <li>An Employee Assistance Programme.</li> <li>Health cover (after 6 months employment) compensation payment for Optical, Dental, Chiropody and Therapy Treatments.</li> </ul> Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 21st November 2025 Shortlisted Applicants will be notified of an interview date. Please note: Due to high numbers of expected applicants, we may close this advert early. N.B. Please quote reference number 312 when completing your application for this role. Interested? If you would like to find out more, please click the apply button. You will be directed to our website to complete your application for this position. Equal Opportunities We welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, disability, marital or parental status, racial, ethnic or social origin, colour, religion, belief, or sexual orientation. In addition, during the various stages of recruitment, specific measures can be taken to ensure equal opportunities for candidates with disabilities or special needs. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. Hertfordshire Mind Network is committed to the Disability Confident and Mindful Employer charters. We actively recruit staff who have a lived experience of mental ill health. We recognise and value the unique combination of skills, knowledge and perspective that employing people with a lived experience, at all levels across the organisation, brings. We create an environment where the sharing of experiences and vulnerabilities to support others and create positive change is welcomed and work towards breaking down the them and us culture. The organisation is committed to nurturing peer relationships that allow all staff to thrive. No agencies please.

Peer Support Worker

Practitioner Psychologist Work Pattern: Home based with travel to services in Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire &amp; Hertfordshire. A location within commutable distance of these areas is required. Region - Services grouped by location and may be up to approximately 90 mins travel dependent on candidate location, Full UK Driving Licence requiredIntroductionOlive Branch Recruitment is working with a leading UK provider of specialist education, care and activities - supporting thousands of children, young people, adults and families across England and Wales. They deliver care through residential homes, schools, supported living and community-based services, creating safe, nurturing and ambitious environments where everyone can thrive. About the roleAs a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist, you will share our clients view that all children and young people deserve to be fully included and supported to feel safe and experience a real sense of connection in their homes and community. You will ideally have experience and knowledge of working with care experienced children and the teams that support them (teams around the child), particularly an understanding of the difficulties and risks our children and teams encounter.This is a flexible and varied role that will appeal to Psychologists with a keen interest in child and adolescent mental health, creating innovative, therapeutic, trauma responsive and caring environments and share the goal of enabling and inspiring our children. Main Duties and Responsibilities <ul><li>Provide specialist psychological input and guidance across the region.</li><li>Promote and apply our clients clinical model to support therapeutic practice.</li><li>Oversee assessment, formulation, and evidence-based therapeutic planning for children and young people.</li><li>Deliver psychological interventions.</li><li>Offer psychological insight to inform referrals, placements, and operational decisions.</li><li>Conduct risk assessments and advise on risk management strategies.</li><li>Consult with carers, educators, families, and professionals to support psychological wellbeing.</li></ul>Teaching/Training/Supervision/Consultation <ul><li>Deliver training on therapeutic approaches and applied psychology.</li><li>Provide psychological consultation on assessment, intervention, and management.</li><li>Advise on child trauma, attachment, and recovery.</li><li>Supervise and support team members.</li></ul>Policy and Service Development <ul><li>Contribute a psychological perspective to clinical service development and planning.</li><li>Support policy and service improvements offering guidance on psychological needs.</li><li>Maintain effective communication with Local Authorities, NHS, and other agencies.</li></ul>Evaluation/Research <ul><li>Stay up to date with research to inform evidence-based practice</li><li>Support outcome measure administration and, with approval, lead relevant research.</li><li>Advise on research design and methodology as needed.</li></ul>Professional/administrative <ul><li>Engage in supervision and CPD in line with professional guidelines (e.g. HCPC, BPS).</li><li>Adhere to ethical codes, professional standards, and organisation policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate records and collect relevant data.</li><li>Travel as required to fulfil role responsibilities.</li></ul>About you<ul><li>Essential: Doctorate in Clinical, Forensic, Counselling or Educational Psychology or equivalent</li><li>Essential: Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)</li><li>Essential: Knowledge of the impact of developmental trauma and adverse childhood experiences on life trajectories</li><li>Essential: Full clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle </li><li>Desirable: Other clinical training such as CBT; Systemic Psychotherapy; DBT; DDP; EMDR</li></ul>

Practitioner Psychologist

Salary: 13.73 per hour Mental Healthcare Assistant Pro Nursing Healthcare is looking for dedicated, compassionate and caring Healthcare Assistant to provide ongoing shift coverage within a service for men and women who have an acquired or traumatic brain injury or other neurological condition. In order to be considered for this role you must have 6 months UK experience of working within a similar setting, and have an up-to-date PMVA certificate (BILD Certified), Practical Basic Life Support We have a range of flexible shift options for Healthcare Assistants to choose from and are keen to speak with both full-time and part-time applicants. Benefits for you as a Support Worker with PRO Nursing Healthcare: Weekly pay Uniform provided Flexible working Full-time or part-time available Pension As Healthcare Assistant working with PRO Nursing Healthcare, you will have your own, dedicated Consultant to guide you through every aspect of the compliance and shift booking process. We take pride in delivering the best customer service in the agency market today, and truly seek to partner with you to ensure the next step in your career is as hassle-free as possible. We do not offer Sponsorship.

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