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EAP Counselling Manager - Hybrid/WarringtonSalary: Up to £40,000 per annum including allowance for evening and weekend cover when neededHours: 40 per week (Mon- Fri)9am to 5:30pm (flex required to support business needs.) Evening cover and Weekend Cover every other week required as point of contact to support team escalations or emergenciesMandarin Court, Warrington 3 days Per Week, 2 days remote working (days to be agreed)Role OverviewAn exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of a Counselling Manager who will be responsible for the leadership and management of the EAP helpline team. The role is to ensure delivery of services of the highest quality to PAM Wellbeing clients, in line with our robust clinical and operational standards.Main Duties and ResponsibilitiesLead a team of EAP counsellors and case workersDriving outstanding results through team performance, enabling all of the team to achieve daily goals, reviewing this on an intraday, daily, weekly and monthly basis.To drive performance across the EAP helpline team to deliver the highest level of support to all our PAM Wellbeing service users in a timely manner, driving productivity, performance against key metrics, achieving best service for clients against key SLA’s.To support the team and give clear guidance on risk and/or safeguarding cases ensuring policies are adhered to at all times, driving consistency and safe practice.To provide clinical leadership, debriefs, and day to day guidance whilst driving a ‘Can Do’ ethos across the teamTo help transform and grow the EAP service, develop the service by providing clients various ways of accessing support and therapy, via our helpline and digital platforms.Increase efficiencies within the team, creating a client centric approach, ensuring a high degree of team compliance with all protocols and processes, ensuring team deliver against business plans and strategy.To maintain clinical and operational oversight of policies and protocols, ensuring team compliance and awareness of key protocols, whilst working cross-departmentally ensuring consistent approach achieved where needed.Assist the Head of EAP Operations with the development and continuous improvement of services, primarily in the clinical operational management and development of the EAP team.Complete monthly audits, providing qualitative in the moment coaching to enhance the quality of service to our clients.Ensure team absence management procedures are adhered to within a timely manner.Deliver induction training for new EAP colleagues, and shape and deliver training programme for existing team members, including counsellors and case workers. Identifying training needs and matching accordingly.Develop and deliver training plans, including mandatory training required, providing staff the tools to carry out their role safely, robustly, meeting clients needs at every level.Attend customer quarterly meetings to provide high level insight and act as a point of contact for any clinical queries.To act as a key point of contact for senior leadership team and stakeholders, acting as a key focal point for problem solving and maintaining clinical standards across the operation, including handling of client escalations and complaint resolution.To deputise for Head of EAP Operations and step up in their absence, reporting to senior leadership team and providing support as and when needed.To support business continuity plans, service levels, taking flexible approach to lead and respond to clients needs including supporting team on adhoc basis when demand requires, including helpline support and assessmentsAbout YouAn experienced &amp; proven People Manager, with experience of managing teams, driving performance management culture, including personal development plans, conducting 121’s, annual performance reviews, team meetings and supervision.Experience of working with senior stakeholders &amp; senior leadership team, must have excellent communication skillset, and experience of working directly with senior key stakeholders and clients, leveraging relationships and being key point of contact for service delivery.Experience of working in an EAP operation, managing both Clinicians and Support Team Members - Desirable.Analytical skillset with proven ability to interpret data and M.I., with ability to identify areas for improvement and tackle issues proactively that arise, with client centric approach, delivering outstanding client and people results.Experience of delivering training, induction training and creating training plans, enabling teams to grow and build on existing knowledge base for continuous improvement and delivery of service.Proven ability of driving a ‘Can Do’ ethos within a team, strong motivational, engagement skillset, enabling others to perform at their best, with demonstratable track record of team success.Qualifications and SkillsDiploma in Psychotherapy - Essential.Psychology/Psychotherapy Degree - Desirable&nbsp;ILM Level 4 Leadership &amp; Management - Desirable&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;A background in Psychology /psychotherapy is desirable.Background of working with trauma is desirable.Excellent interpersonal communication, interaction and negotiation skills, highly confident with networking with others including client / stakeholder relationship skills.Ability to motivate self and others and promote team working.Able to manage own stress and stress of others within a demanding and very busy environment.Benefits<ul>	<li>Auto-enrolment pension contribution</li>	<li>You will have a life insurance scheme valued at 4 x your annual</li>	<li>25 days annual leave plus x8 bank holidays</li>	<li>Health Cash Plan Scheme, which covers you for things like Opticians, Dental Treatment and even Physio if needed!</li>	<li>Flexible Working Hours</li>	<li>Access to a 24/7 EAP Counselling line and a 24/7 GP line</li>	<li>Amazing discounts on things like food and drink, retail, and days out, all through our rewards scheme.</li>	<li>We’ll also pay for your professional registration fees and support you with your revalidation and CPD.</li>	<li>Funding support with Training and Development</li>	<li>Group Income Protection</li>	<li>Option to buy and sell x5 days annual leave per annum</li></ul>About UsPAM Wellbeing was born out of a need to support our customers and their employees from a holistic health and wellbeing perspective in 2009, expanding on the physical health and rehabilitation services that our occupational health sister company has expertly provided since 2004. Our suite of mental health, psychological and wellbeing solutions enables organisations the option to engage with a strategic wellbeing partner to support their employee's whole health and wellbeing needs, and for their employees to benefit from the multidisciplinary expertise of our extensive team.Our values<ul>	<li>Giving clients the reason to choose us to provide their services​​​</li>	<li>Providing the highest levels of service to every client every day​​</li>	<li>To always give clients value for money​​​</li>	<li>To be the best we can be every day​</li></ul>Our vision<ul>	<li>To be the UK's go-to company for proactive and reactive mental health solutions</li></ul>Our mission<ul>	<li>To help organisations and their people thrive, by providing proactive and reactive mental health solutions. To restore the mental health of our nation</li></ul>

PAM Group

EAP Counselling Manager

Job description – EAP Helpline CounsellorLocationHybrid – Working 3 days in Warrington Head Office, 2 days remote working.Main Purpose of the roleWe provide a 24/7 confidential mental health and wellbeing support service to our client’s employees nationwide. Individuals can call our helpline to speak to a qualified counsellor about issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, debt advice and family issues. You will work from the office and from home on the EAP helpline answering inbound calls and live chats to support employees and managers, providing support, psychoeducation and signposting to external agencies were appropriate. Working as part of this team you will provide confidential support to our callers.Working hours:Monday to Thursday&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 09:00am to 17:30pmFriday&nbsp;&nbsp; Week 1&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 10:00am to 18:30pmFriday&nbsp;&nbsp; Week 2&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 11:00am to 19:30pmFriday&nbsp;&nbsp; Week 3&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; -&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 12:30pm to 21:00pm(require working the above shift on a rotational pattern every 3 weeks)Will need the ideal candidate to work 1 in 5 weekends as per below shift: -Weekend shifts will include a mixture of the shift patterns on a rotational pattern: -12:00 pm to 20:30pm10:00 am to 18:30pm09:00 am to 17:30pm08:00 am to 16:30pmKey Accountabilities and ResponsibilitiesUnderstand the principles of workplace counselling and a solution focused approachProvide in the moment support calls to individuals calling the helpline, signposting to appropriate external agenciesConduct telephone clinical assessments including referral for ongoing psychological and counselling supportWork to and exceed individual goals, for example, an individual goal is to support a minimum of 20 people through the helpline on a daily basis (20 calls per day)Work to and exceed team goals, for example making a call back within 2 hours to provide the best and efficient support to that individual in needBe confident in administering Psychometric ToolsProvide psychoeducation to callers to better understand their feelings and empower self-helpManage high risk calls in accordance to PAM Wellbeing’s risk policy, be confident with supporting callers with trauma and those who are at riskDeliver in the moment support and arrange follow up calls were appropriateProvide assistance and information to managers/HR when calling the helplineUpdate all information accurately on the systemProvide support through email or web functionAssist EAP Team with other administrative duties including referral workDue to the demand of mental health services the ability to work under pressure is key, with the support of your peers and the clinical management teamResponding to general service enquiries via email, assisting EAP team and peers with other duties including referral work when opportunity arisesResponding to individuals and/or referrals received into EAP email inbox and actioning to call back as requiredFlexible working approach required in supporting the needs of a 24 / 7 / 365 day per year service to meet the needs of our callers and organisations as outlined aboveWork on additional projects to support the departmentNOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.Skills, Experience and QualificationsPost Graduate Diploma in Counselling and/or PsychotherapyBACP Registered member and/or other governing body, ideally working towards accreditationTelephone support experienceA qualification in CBT would be advantageous but not essentialEAP Experience desirable but not essentialComputer literate is essential, with the ability to work with different systemsOur Values &amp; Benefits<ul><li>We pay your auto-enrolment pension contribution of 8%, you can also make enhanced contributions which are matched up to a further 5%</li><li>33 days annual leave including bank holidays with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days (FTE)</li><li>Life insurance scheme valued at 4x your annual salary</li><li>Income protection</li><li>Health Cash Plan Scheme, which covers you for things like Opticians, Dental Treatment and even Physio if needed!</li><li>Perkbox membership with amazing discounts on things like food and drink, retail and days out, all through our rewards scheme</li><li>Long service rewards</li><li>Flexible Working Hours</li><li>Access to a 24/7 EAP Counselling line and a 24/7 GP line and wellness support</li><li>Support with training and development</li><li>Group Income Protection</li></ul>PAM group are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender expression, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion and socioeconomic status.&nbsp; We believe everyone should have the same opportunities for employment and promotion based on their ability, qualifications and suitability for the work.

EAP Helpline Counsellor

Why Vita Health Group? Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. &nbsp;Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UK’s largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers. To achieve our mission of Making People Better, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally as “Best Company to Work for” at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024. This is also recognised by current employees – our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being: We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. &nbsp;In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers/</a> Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. &nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. &nbsp;For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/edi/" target="_blank">Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion</a> We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees. Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@vhg.co.uk</a> and we will facilitate. Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check.&nbsp; Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months.&nbsp; Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received. Vita Health Group

Vita Health Group

Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist - Persistent Pain

Persistent Pain Specialist Occupational Therapist

At Vita Health Group we are looking for a Bone Health Nurse to join our team. This is a challenging, stimulating and rewarding post working as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team within the bone health service. The post holder will assess patients for bone health treatments, completing drug education and screening for these treatments and referring for necessary examinations such as DEXA scans. Patients will be assessed in face to face and telephone clinics, as well as home visits when required. In addition, you will be involved in data collection for the National Fracture Liaison Service Database.&nbsp; This is a hybrid role with 2 days per week working remotely and 3 days based onsite in Oldham. Why Vita Health Group? Vita Health Group celebrates life. Improving lives physically and mentally drives everything we do. &nbsp;Now part of Spire Healthcare Group plc we have been providing physical and mental health services for over 30 years. We work in partnership with the NHS, are engaged by insurers and some of the UK’s largest corporate companies to support their workforce and provide a full range of physiotherapy services to private customers. To achieve our mission of Making People Better, we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We are an award-winning employer recently recognised nationally as “Best Company to Work for” at the Health and Wellbeing Awards 2024. This is also recognised by current employees – our most recent Employee Survey results showed the top 5 reasons to work here as being: We are keen to progress your skills and enable career development and provide regular Continued Professional Development opportunities including secondments, management training, a mentoring scheme, apprenticeships and regular events and webinars across a range of clinical disciplines. &nbsp;In addition to a competitive salary, we also offer the opportunity of a flexible work life balance and a comprehensive benefits package which you can view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/join-us/careers</a> Vita Health Group is proud to be an equal opportunities employer and is seeking to improve the diversity of its workforce. &nbsp;We are committed to Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion best practice and positively encourage applications from candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion/belief, marital status, or pregnancy/maternity. &nbsp;For further information on our EDI commitments please view here: <a href="https://www.vitahealthgroup.co.uk/edi/" target="_blank">Vita Health Groups commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion</a> We are committed to being equitable and supporting the wellbeing of all employees. Should you wish to discuss any adjustment or assistance you need in the application or interview process please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@vhg.co.uk" target="_blank">recruitment@vhg.co.uk</a> and we will facilitate. Please note, all applicants must be legally entitled to accept and perform work in the UK and all positions are subject to a DBS check.&nbsp; Any data which you share with us throughout the hiring process will be stored securely within the UK and is accessible only by staff who require it. Should your application be unsuccessful, your data will be securely destroyed after 6 months.&nbsp; Vita Health Group reserves the right to close this job when sufficient applications have been received. Vita Health Group

Bone Health Nurse

Job Description: Clinical Counselling Psychologist HCPC registered UK Nationwide - remote working Salary: £60,000 per annum(pro rata) Permanent Full time and Part Time hours (flexible but requiring minimum 2x days per week) based on 40 hours FTE We make health happen: You will either support referrals from our UK insurance business, providing 1-2-1 clinical practice to clients across a range of increasingly complex mental health conditions, or you will work directly with one of our corporate clients to support mental health awareness and referrals for their employees. By working remotely you will be a first point of clinical contact for people with potential mental health issues and concerns and you will provide a high quality, effective and safe mental wellbeing service across agreed sectors of care via MS Teams. You'll help us make health happen by: <ul> <li> Providing a high quality, effective and safe mental health and wellbeing service to employees using evidence-based practice </li><li> Contributing to health promotion activities and initiatives for the client's workforce </li><li> Delivering comprehensive assessment and formulation that drives an evidence-based intervention for employees </li><li> Ensuring an assessment determines the most appropriate pathway of care and support for the eligible employee </li><li> Working at an individual level with differing models of service delivery including face-to-face, telephone or video consultation depending on employee preference and need </li></ul> Key Skills / Qualifications needed for this role: <ul> <li> Professional doctorate qualification in Clinical Psychology as accredited by the British Psychological Society. Registered as a qualified Chartered Clinical Psychologist. </li><li> 2 years+ experience in Adult mental health services. </li><li> Extensive post-qualification clinical experience from a clinical psychology practice with diverse and varied clinical experience to draw upon. </li><li> Experience of clinical management </li><li> Ability to present to groups and deliver training workshops preferred. </li></ul> In addition, you will be a strong team player, have excellent communication skills, be able to work autonomously and have some understanding or prior experience of working in a corporate business environment. Why Bupa? We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. As a Disability Confident employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for every disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria for the job. We'll make sure you are treated fairly and offer reasonable adjustments as part of our recruitment process to anyone that needs them. Benefits: Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role you will receive the following benefits and more: <ul> <li> 25 days holiday (pro-rata), increasing through length of service, with option to buy or sell </li><li> Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind </li><li> An enhanced pension plan and life assurance </li><li> Performance-based bonus </li><li> Monthly supervision paid by Bupa </li><li> Up to 100% of accreditation application paid by Bupa </li><li> Full induction and training provided </li><li> Support with your CPD </li><li> Onsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym available </li><li> Various other benefits and online discounts </li><li> Opportunities for career development around Bupa </li><li> Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate </li><li> Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile </li><li> Emotional wellbeing support </li><li> Access to family mental health line </li><li> Financial wellbeing channels </li><li> Support for carers </li></ul> Benefits: Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme, covering mental, physical, financial, social, and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and offer a range of family-friendly benefits. Joining Bupa in this role, you will receive: <ul> <li> Equivalent to 25 days holiday per year, increasing with length of service, with the option to buy or sell. </li><li> Enhanced pension and life insurance. </li><li> Support with travel costs via a season ticket loan or cycle2work. </li><li> Discounted access to online gym sessions. </li><li> Annual performance-based bonus. </li><li> Bupa health insurance as a benefit in kind. </li><li> Option to join dental insurance scheme at a discounted rate. </li><li> Access to our Digital GP platform on your mobile. </li><li> Emotional wellbeing support. </li><li> Access to family mental health line. </li><li> Financial wellbeing channels. </li><li> Support for carers. </li></ul> Why Bupa? We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring, and responsible in everything we do. We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa". We champion diversity and understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. We especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Time Type: Full time Job Area: Locations: Home Based North c/o Bupa Place

Clinical Counselling Psychologist

Educational Psychologist High-Paying Manchester Benefits as an Educational Psychologist: <ul><li>Flexible Hybrid Working - Face-to-face assessments are required, but scheduling remains adaptable to suit your availability.</li><li>Highly Competitive Rates - Enjoy excellent pay reflective of your experience and expertise.</li><li>Diverse Caseload - Engage with children and young people aged 0-25 across a variety of settings.</li><li>Manageable Workload - Minimum requirement of just three cases per month.</li><li>Summer Availability - Opportunity to support critical cases during the summer period.</li><li>Strong Support System - Work alongside a highly experienced and supportive PEP.</li><li>Work Outside IR35 - Paid through your LTD company, ensuring maximum flexibility.</li></ul>A respected Local Authority in the Manchester area is looking to appoint two experienced Educational Psychologists to join their dynamic team on a flexible hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while enjoying professional autonomy and a highly supportive environment. Your Role as an Educational Psychologist: <ul><li>Conduct in-person psychological assessments and create tailored intervention plans.</li><li>Deliver educational advice to support children and young people with a wide range of learning needs.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals.</li></ul> What We're Looking for: <ul><li>HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist - This is essential.</li><li>Proven experience working with children and young people aged 0-25.</li><li>Capacity to take on a minimum of 2-3 statutory assessments per month.</li><li>Flexibility to carry out face-to-face assessments in the Manchester area.</li></ul>Interested? Apply now or contact us today for further details. We offer a streamlined onboarding process and dedicated support throughout your placement with the Local Authority.

Educational Psychologist Hybrid

Educational Psychologist High-Paying Manchester Benefits as an Educational Psychologist: <ul> <li> Flexible Hybrid Working - Face-to-face assessments are required, but scheduling remains adaptable to suit your availability. </li><li> Highly Competitive Rates - Enjoy excellent pay reflective of your experience and expertise. </li><li> Diverse Caseload - Engage with children and young people aged 0-25 across a variety of settings. </li><li> Manageable Workload - Minimum requirement of just three cases per month. </li><li> Summer Availability - Opportunity to support critical cases during the summer period. </li><li> Strong Support System - Work alongside a highly experienced and supportive PEP. </li><li> Work Outside IR35 - Paid through your LTD company, ensuring maximum flexibility. </li></ul> A respected Local Authority in the Manchester area is looking to appoint two experienced Educational Psychologists to join their dynamic team on a flexible hybrid basis. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people while enjoying professional autonomy and a highly supportive environment. Your Role as an Educational Psychologist: <ul> <li> Conduct in-person psychological assessments and create tailored intervention plans. </li><li> Deliver educational advice to support children and young people with a wide range of learning needs. </li><li> Collaborate effectively with schools, families, and multidisciplinary professionals. </li></ul> What We're Looking for: <ul> <li> HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist - This is essential. </li><li> Proven experience working with children and young people aged 0-25. </li><li> Capacity to take on a minimum of 2-3 statutory assessments per month. </li><li> Flexibility to carry out face-to-face assessments in the Manchester area. </li></ul> Interested?Apply now or contact us today for further details. We offer a streamlined onboarding process and dedicated support throughout your placement with the Local Authority.

Become a Step Forward Foster Carer A Life-Changing Opportunity for Assistant PsychologistsFoster with TACT Fostering and Bury CouncilAre you an Assistant Psychologist passionate about supporting individuals with complex emotional and psychological needs? You already have the insight, patience, and empathy needed to make a life-changing difference in a young person s life.We are looking for reflective, emotionally intelligent individuals like you to become Step Forward Foster Carers offering a safe, therapeutic home to a young person transitioning from residential care. This is a unique opportunity to take your academic and practical experience and apply it in the most meaningful way building a secure future for a young person in need.What is Step Forward Fostering?Step Forward Fostering is a pioneering project that supports young people who ve experienced trauma, instability, and loss, helping them move from residential care into a safe and supportive home environment.These young people aren t just seeking accommodation they need someone like you: a trusted adult who understands emotional needs, builds secure relationships, and supports recovery over time.As a Step Forward Foster Carer, you ll be part of a multi-disciplinary team with full professional backing. You ll never be alone on this journey.What You ll Receive:Caring for a young person with complex emotional and behavioural needs requires robust support and that s exactly what we offer.Specialist Support:<ul> <li>Your own Senior Practitioner offering regular guidance and supervision</li><li>A Family Wellbeing Worker to support you and your foster child</li><li>A Hub Carer providing up to 28 days of planned short breaks each year</li><li>24/7 Out-of-Hours Support</li><li>Peer support from other Step Forward Carers</li><li>Ongoing training in trauma-informed care, attachment, and neurodevelopment</li><li>Therapeutic and psychological support aligned with your clinical knowledg</li></ul> Financial Package:We provide generous financial support so you can focus entirely on fostering and creating a safe, healing environment.<ul> <li>£1,052 per week while a child is placed with you (around £54,704 per year)</li><li>£408 per week retainer between placements (up to £21,216 annually)</li><li>Additional allowances for birthdays, holidays, and cultural celebrations</li><li>Tax exemptions designed for foster carers</li></ul> Is This You?We are looking for Assistant Psychologists who are:<ul> <li>Passionate about child development, behaviour, and emotional wellbeing</li><li>Skilled in building positive, trauma-informed relationships</li><li>Calm, resilient, and able to apply psychological thinking to everyday care</li><li>Ready to use their professional understanding in a more personal setting</li></ul> To Be Eligible, You ll Need:<ul> <li>Experience working with children, young people, or vulnerable individuals in a psychology or mental health setting</li><li>Full-time availability and a spare bedroom</li><li>A willingness to complete our professional training</li><li>The right to work in the UK</li></ul> Take the next step in your career and become a Step Forward Foster Carer. Your experience as a Paramedic could be the foundation for a truly life-changing role.

Foster Carer - Assistant Psychologist

Service Care Solutions are recruiting a Registered Mental Health Nurses to work at one of our Independent Hospitals in Preston. Shifts: Monday to SundayShift Times: 07:00-19:30 Days 19:00-07:30 for nights.Rate: £27.85 - £35.51 PAYE Inclusive per hour.The service is a 38-bed specialising in the management and treatment of acute mental ill health and eating disorders. The hospital offers an extensive range of services across 3 units including Acute Mental Health Units and Eating Disorders.The hospital is well established with an excellent reputation in providing high standards of care and currently holds an overall Good CQC rating.The hospital is set within rural green hospital grounds, within easy reach of the M6 and M55 and with free parking on site, making for excellent transport links for staff.The hospital is currently building a new 10-bedded unit due to open later in the year so offers lots of opportunity for staff.Person Specification<ul> <li>The successful applicant must be a Qualified Mental Health Nurse currently registered with the NMC.</li><li>Demonstrable Knowledge and post qualification experience working within Acute Mental Health and/or eating disorders.</li><li>It would be beneficial if the applicant is a driver due to the location and shift start times but there is a local bus service that has an agreement to stop at the end of the main drive for staff.</li></ul> Interested? Please contact Carly Harrison at Service Care Solutions.

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