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Mental Health Assistant - Slough Are you looking to gain hands-on experience supporting children with complex learning disabilities? Are you considering a future career in education, SEN support, or mental health?We are currently recruiting for a Mental Health Assistant to join a specialist school in Slough that caters to children with a range of complex learning difficulties, including autism, global developmental delay, and communication needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work closely with students who require consistent, patient, and compassionate support.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a vital role in helping children access learning, manage their emotions, and build confidence in a safe and structured environment.Your Role as a Mental Health Assistant:<ul><li>Provide tailored 1:1 and small group support for pupils with complex learning disabilities</li><li>Assist in delivering individualised learning and behaviour plans</li><li>Promote emotional wellbeing and independence through daily interactions</li><li>Support non-verbal communication and sensory regulation strategies</li></ul>What We're Looking For:<ul><li>A degree in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or related experience</li><li>A strong interest in supporting children with additional needs</li><li>Adaptability, resilience, and a proactive attitude</li><li>Experience with autism, non-verbal communication, or sensory needs is desirable but not essential</li></ul>Working as a Mental Health Assistant in this setting offers an excellent foundation for careers in special education, therapy, and support work. You'll gain invaluable, hands-on experience supporting children with a wide range of learning and communication needs.

Mental Health Assistant - Slough

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 &amp; 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: Claystone School - Bedfordshire LU1 4LLSalary: £50,000 - £60, 000 Pro-rata, DOE Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday-Friday 8.30am-4.30pmContract: Permanent (Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. About the Group: Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. Our Promise <ul><li>WE LISTEN. We never assume.</li><li>WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.</li><li>WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. </li></ul>Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. The role: We are looking for a Lead Clinician to manage our in-house Clinical Team at Claystone School based in Bedfordshire. The postholder will work collaboratively with both the school's Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Regional Clinical Lead. The role will be split between clinically leading the team and holding a therapy caseload. Working collaboratively with the team, the postholder will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our students who may present with complex profiles of need as a result of autism and other types of neurodivergence, developmental trauma and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Meeting the needs of EHCP plans will be a primary focus in this role, target led, via the OFG 'all', 'group' and 'individual' clinical ways of working, embedded into our clinical practice. They will also be responsible for coordinating the line management of the members of the onsite clinical team and leading on the service development of the clinical school-based service, alongside the school SLT and Regional Clinical Lead. Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Lead Clinician who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. Location: Claystone School - Bedfordshire LU1 4LL - Claystone School forms part of our Options Autism brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children aged 4 - 11<ul><li> Welcome to Claystone School </li><li> Education - Options Autism </li></ul>For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. Essential Criteria: <ul><li>BSc or MSc in Speech &amp; Language Therapy or OT with registration as a SaLT with HCPC and RCSLT</li><li>Valid and up to date professional Registration &amp; membership of professional body e.g. BPS</li><li>Experience within the specialist client group; working with autistic individuals and/or those with complex needs.</li><li>Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities</li><li>Experience of providing supervision and supporting a therapy team</li><li>Ability to work independently</li><li>Ability to work dynamically and within a growing and developing clinical service</li><li>Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated specialty preferred </li></ul>Why work for us? Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including: <ul><li>Life Assurance </li><li>Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions </li><li>"Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks </li><li> You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit</li><li>Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.</li><li>A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits </li><li>100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad </li><li>Cycle to Work Schemes </li><li>Electric Car Purchase Scheme </li><li>Critical illness cover </li></ul>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. Job Ref: 290156

Lead Clinician

We're hiring a Clinical Psychologist to join a private hospital based in Bromley, South London. Key details:Part-time: 24 hours/week (3 days)Client group: Adults with neurological conditions &amp; complex needsTeam: Multidisciplinary therapy teamSalary: NHS Band 7-8b equivalent (DOE) 68k-75k pro rata Requirements:HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist, Doctoral-level training, Experience in neurorehab / mental health / brain injury, Leadership and MDT experiencePlease apply through REED if interested in this role.

Clinical Psychologist

?WORKING WITH US The founder and sponsor of the Harris Federation, Lord Harris of Peckham, opened our first school in 1990. We have, over the past thirty years, implemented ideas and initiatives that have transformed the opportunities of pupils from working class and disadvantaged backgrounds. Harris academies are widely recognised as a force for social mobility. We are immensely proud of the role that our alumni are now beginning to play in the world and of what we believe our current generation of pupils will go on to achieve. We now have over 50 schools educating more than 40,000 young people across London and Essex, and employ over 5,000 staff across our academies and head office. With the majority of our academies located in areas of high socioeconomic disadvantage, a high-quality education is key to the futures of the pupils we serve. As a provider of employment and education, we value the diversity of our staff and students, and all our staff are equally valued and respected. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. Our work will impact many generations to come, and our staff come from all backgrounds and walks of life, coming together to inspire young minds. We promote an inclusive culture that embraces the valuable and enriching contribution that all of our community make. We continue to be proactive in uplifting and supporting all voices at Harris. To discover more about our culture, ethos and what it is like to work here, visit the Why Work For Us page. ?ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY We are looking for dedicated School Mental Health Practitioners to join the Harris Federation's central mental health team and make a meaningful impact in secondary schools across London. You will be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team led by our Lead Mental Health Practitioner, receiving regular clinical supervision and ongoing professional development and helping to shape the future of mental health support in education. In this full-time role, you will deliver evidence-based, low-intensity mental health interventions to students aged 11-18 across up to three Harris secondary academies. You will work directly with students through 1:1 sessions, group work and whole-school wellbeing initiatives, helping to shape a culture of mental health awareness and support. You will be based in schools for four days per week, primarily in South, South East and South West London, and occasionally in North London. Travel between schools is required. ?MAIN AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY Your responsibilities will include: <ul> <li>Providing tailored 1:1 mental health and wellbeing support to students and their families</li><li>Facilitating small group interventions and psychoeducational sessions</li><li>Running drop-in sessions during break and lunch times for students experiencing mild to moderate distress</li><li>Collaborating with school staff to promote mental health awareness and training</li><li>Contributing to school-wide risk assessments and wellbeing strategies</li><li>Maintaining accurate records and report on outcomes using national standards</li><li>Sharing best practices and innovations across our network of schools</li></ul> WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR We welcome applications from: <ul> <li>Qualified Education Mental Health Practitioners (EMHPs) or Children's Wellbeing Practitioners (CWPs)</li><li>Psychological Wellbeing Practitioners (PWPs) with experience working with children and young people</li><li>Early career practitioners eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment</li><li>Registered mental health professionals (BACP, BABCP, UKCP, HCPC) trained in delivering low-intensity interventions in school settings</li></ul> Experience in NHS Mental Health Support Teams is advantageous. For a full job description and person specification, please download the Job Pack. ?APPLYING FOR THIS POSITION If you would like to discuss the opportunity further, or if you have any questions, please contact us via email to arrange a conversation. Before applying please ensure you download the job pack from our careers website, this will help with completing your application. Please note that we only accept applications submitted online before the closing date. When applying, you will have the option to import your CV or use a LinkedIn profile which will auto populate the online application. A reminder to check your junk mail for our email communications and add us to your safe senders list to ensure all future email communication is received. OUR VISION &amp; VALUES Our vision, from the start, has been to provide the structure and services needed for our schools to amount to more than the sum of their parts, and to free-up our teachers and leaders to focus on one thing and one thing only: the outstanding education of all their pupils. Our young people and communities are at the heart of everything we do. Our core mission has always been to close the educational gap between young people from disadvantaged backgrounds and their peers. Our ambition is one where every child in London, no matter their background, has equal access to high quality education, giving them the same opportunities and potential to succeed. We know there are many challenges facing our young people and the communities we serve, and that's why we need determined people like you to help us tackle those inequalities. Whilst each of our academies has their own unique cultures and values; as a whole Federation, we have four core values which are central to successfully achieving our vision: Excellence, Collaboration, Support, and Innovation. We are proud of our values because they guide us in how we work allowing us to achieve the best possible outcomes for our young people, communities, and colleagues. IMPORTANT INFORMATION Safeguarding Notice The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment

School Mental Health Practitioner

? School Psychologist, Ealing (10-Month Maternity Cover with Potential for Permanency) Are you a passionate and energetic Psychologist looking to make a real difference in the lives of young people with complex needs? Sybil Elgar School in Ealing is seeking a dynamic individual to join our team as a Positive Behaviour Coordinator for a 10-month maternity cover, with the exciting possibility of a permanent role thereafter. About Us: Sybil Elgar School is a specialist school dedicated to supporting autistic children and young people. We pride ourselves on creating a nurturing, inclusive, and forward-thinking environment where every student is empowered to thrive. The Role: As our Psychologist, you'll play a key role in promoting positive behaviour strategies across the school. You'll work closely with staff, students, and families to develop and implement tailored interventions that support emotional wellbeing and behavioural development. Key Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Lead on positive behaviour support planning and implementation.</li><li>Provide psychological assessments and interventions.</li><li>Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student progress.</li><li>Deliver training and guidance to staff on behaviour strategies.</li><li>Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.</li></ul> What We're Looking For: <ul> <li>A degree in Psychology (essential).</li><li>Minimum 2 years' experience working in a relevant setting.</li><li>A positive, can-do attitude with a proactive and energetic approach.</li><li>Strong communication and teamwork skills.</li><li>Experience or interest in working with autistic children and young people.</li></ul> Why Join Us? <ul> <li>Be part of a passionate and supportive team.</li><li>Make a meaningful impact in a specialist educational setting.</li><li>Opportunity for the role to become permanent.</li><li>Access to ongoing professional development.</li></ul> Contract: 10-month fixed term (maternity cover) - potential to be made permanent Location: Sybil Elgar School, Ealing Start Date: ASAP Please apply with your CV and we will be in touch!

Psychologist

Senior Mental Health Support Worker We are seeking a dedicated Senior Mental Health Support Worker to support young people with complex needs in Camden. Position: Senior Mental Health Support WorkerLocation: Camden, LondonContract: Permanent, full timeHours: 37.5 hours per week, rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidaysSalary: £31,203 per annum plus pension and benefitsClosing Date: Sunday 12th October 2025 About the role This is an opportunity to join a national charity that supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. You will be part of an innovative supported accommodation service for young people with mental health and complex needs, delivered in partnership with local authorities and mental health services. In this role, you will: <ul> <li>Manage referrals and case coordination for young people, including those leaving inpatient services</li><li>Develop and review needs and risk assessments, support and risk management plans</li><li>Supervise and support staff and volunteers to deliver high quality care</li><li>Build supportive, psychologically informed relationships with young people</li><li>Work closely with local partners to provide joined-up, client-centred support</li><li>Ensure safeguarding procedures and health and safety standards are met</li></ul> About you We are looking for someone with: <ul> <li>A relevant qualification (e.g. psychology, counselling, social work, mental health) or equivalent experience</li><li>Significant experience supporting young people with complex needs and challenging behaviour</li><li>Strong caseload management, risk assessment and multi-agency working skills</li><li>The ability to build therapeutic and professional relationships with young people</li><li>A good understanding of safeguarding and equality practices</li><li>Supervisory experience is desirable</li></ul> About the organisation This well-established charity provides housing and support services across the UK, with a focus on preventing homelessness and improving opportunities through education, training and volunteering. The organisation is values-driven, believing in dignity, respect and the potential of every individual. Other roles you may have experience of could include Senior Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Caseworker, Housing Support Worker, Project Worker, Social Care Worker

Senior Mental Health Support Worker

Senior Mental Health Support WorkerWe are seeking a dedicated Senior Mental Health Support Worker to support young people with complex needs in Camden.Position: Senior Mental Health Support Worker Location: Camden, London Contract: Permanent, full time Hours: 37.5 hours per week, rota including evenings, weekends and bank holidays Salary: £31,203 per annum plus pension and benefits Closing Date: Sunday 12th October 2025About the roleThis is an opportunity to join a national charity that supports people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. You will be part of an innovative supported accommodation service for young people with mental health and complex needs, delivered in partnership with local authorities and mental health services.In this role, you will:<ul><li>Manage referrals and case coordination for young people, including those leaving inpatient services</li><li>Develop and review needs and risk assessments, support and risk management plans</li><li>Supervise and support staff and volunteers to deliver high quality care</li><li>Build supportive, psychologically informed relationships with young people</li><li>Work closely with local partners to provide joined-up, client-centred support</li><li>Ensure safeguarding procedures and health and safety standards are met</li></ul>About youWe are looking for someone with:<ul><li>A relevant qualification (e.g. psychology, counselling, social work, mental health) or equivalent experience</li><li>Significant experience supporting young people with complex needs and challenging behaviour</li><li>Strong caseload management, risk assessment and multi-agency working skills</li><li>The ability to build therapeutic and professional relationships with young people</li><li>A good understanding of safeguarding and equality practices</li><li>Supervisory experience is desirable</li></ul>About the organisationThis well-established charity provides housing and support services across the UK, with a focus on preventing homelessness and improving opportunities through education, training and volunteering. The organisation is values-driven, believing in dignity, respect and the potential of every individual.Other roles you may have experience of could includeSenior Support Worker, Mental Health Support Worker, Caseworker, Housing Support Worker, Project Worker, Social Care Worker

They need qualified educational psychologists to complete statutory assessments. These are Face to Face, within IR35 and pay £630 per day (2 days per assessment). If you are interested in this role please send your updated CV in the first instance.

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