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<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			

<p>Join the team at Thornford Park Hospital to deliver high-quality clinical service to people with complex mental health conditions across the medium and low secure Forensic Mental Health Services. In addition to these services there is also a PICU Mental Health Service.&nbsp;</p>
<p>You will work closely with the unit's multidisciplinary team, including the Consultant, to ensure that patients receive a holistic and person-centric treatment programme based on the recovery model.</p>
<p>The centre of our philosophy is that this journey is all about the individual. By ensuring individualised care is delivered which is evidenced based, people can move through pathways of care as their condition improves.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Families and friends are an active part in each person's recovery process and helping all reach the end goal of more independent living where this is possible.</p>
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<p><strong>Our&nbsp;Associate Specialist role involves:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Ensuring an adequate handover to colleagues including out of hours</li>
    <li>Reviewing the mental state of patients as per the hospital procedure</li>
    <li>Ensuring that each patient has a full physical health screen upon admission including physical examination, ECG and bloods</li>
    <li>Lead and manage any physical health concerns that emerge during an inpatient stay</li>
    <li>Seeking collateral history from other professionals and family</li>
    <li>Completing discharge letters/reports/s62 forms</li>
    <li>Preparing First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearing reports under the supervision of the Consultant</li>
    <li>Depending on your experience, providing oral evidence at First-tier Tribunal and Hospital Managers’ hearings under the supervision of the Consultant</li>
    <li>Contributing to the service development by participating in Clinical Governance activities by conducting audits, research and teaching.&nbsp;</li>
    <li>Work effectively with colleagues to ensure that patients have access to appropriate medical cover at all times, which will require participation on an on-call rota for the Thornford Park Hospital site</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be successful as a Associate Specialist&nbsp;, you’ll need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>
    <ul>
        <li>Full GMC registration<br>
        </li>
        <li>Experience working in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams</li>
        <li>To be in good standing with the Royal College of Psychiatrists</li>
        <li>To have had an appraisal/RITA within the last year</li>
        <li>Experience working as a doctor within similar environment</li>
        <li>MRCPsych (desirable)</li>
        <li>Section 12 (2) approval (desirable)</li>
        <li>AC status (desirable)</li>
        <li>A minimum of 2 years in the registrar or staff grade and/or specialty doctor&nbsp;grade and/or in the clinical and/or senior clinical medical officer grades, ideally with experiences in Women’s services.</li>
    </ul>
    </li>
</ul>
<strong>What You’ll Get:</strong>
<p>At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:</p>
<ul>
    <li>Competitive Salary&nbsp;</li>
    <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!</li>
    <li>Free meals and parking</li>
    <li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li>
    <li>24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be</li>
    <li>Access to Wagestream, to help you manage your finances</li>
    <li>Career development and training&nbsp;to help you&nbsp;achieve your career goals.</li>
    <li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li>
    <li>Medical indemnity cover</li>
    <li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li>
    <li>Enhanced Maternity Package&nbsp;so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li>
</ul>
<p>There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.</p>
<p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p>
<p>You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.&nbsp;</p>
<p><em>Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.</em></p>
		
	
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			<p>Are you a Clinical/ Forensic Psychologist looking to take the next step in your&nbsp;career?&nbsp;&nbsp;If so,&nbsp; join Thornford Park as a Clinical/ Forensic Psychologist where you will&nbsp;join a service for male and female service users who require care in medium or low security.</p>
<p>You will provide the Ward Psychologist role for a male Learning Disability MSU, being an integral part of the multidisciplinary teams, providing psychological input to the service user groups, and supporting and supervising the Assistant Psychologist working on the ward.</p>
<p>We provide services for male and female patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) who require care in conditions of medium and low security. Our service users, many of whom have forensic histories, require long-term treatment and rehabilitation and present with multiple problems, challenging and high-risk behaviour and complex care needs. In addition to the mental health wards, Thornford Park has a 14-bedded low secure service for male patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, commissioned by NHS England, a medium/low secure service for females with a Learning Disability, and a medium secure service for males with Learning Disability.&nbsp; We also have two Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, one for males and one for females, providing holistic assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing crisis.</p>
<p><strong>As the Clinical/Forensic Psychologist, you will be:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Autonomous in managing your own caseload, which will involve working with complex service-users.</li>
    <li>Attending regular clinical and service development meetings, such as MDT’s, CPA’s, referrals, and other hospital-wide meetings</li>
    <li>An integral part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team on Male LD MSU</li>
    <li>Providing both long &amp; short-term work, which includes being able to undertake clinical assessments to determine clinical needs &amp; treatment plans.</li>
    <li>Providing both individual and group work to the patients.</li>
    <li>Maintaining monthly clinical supervision as well as regular line-management supervision</li>
    <li>Providing clinical supervision to Assistant Psychologist and other therapy staff as appropriate and facilitating in the provision of reflective practice.</li>
    <li>Providing both written &amp; verbal contributions to the MDT/ICR</li>
    <li>Supporting the MDT in the development and review of care plans</li>
    <li>Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service</li>
    <li>Contributing to professional development within the team</li>
    <li>Contributing to teaching as part of Induction/mandatory training.</li>
    <li>Contributing to audit and research as directed by the line manager</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What you will need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Successful completion of a Doctorate in either Clinical or Forensic Psychology or the British Psychological Society’s stage 2 training in Forensic Psychology, enabling registration with the HCPC as as Practitioner Psychologist.</li>
    <li>Registration with the HCPC as a practitioner Psychologist and Charterable status with the British Psychological Society.</li>
    <li>Experience (either pre-training, on training, or subsequently) of working with clients with complex needs that are relevant to the population in the service area.</li>
    <li>&nbsp;Competency in psychological assessment and formulation skills and an aptitude for learning new assessment methods.</li>
    <li>Competency as regards risk assessment/management tools and formulation.</li>
    <li>Clinical therapy skills - Experience using CBT and/or other Psychological Models to address a range of clinical and/or forensic issues. An awareness of other modalities and how they may be applied to the current service user population.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What You’ll Get:</strong></p>
<p>At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:</p>
<ul>
    <li>Annual salary of £46800</li>
    <li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.</li>
    <li>Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals</li>
    <li>Access to our Rewards &amp; Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!</li>
    <li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance</li>
    <li>Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts</li>
    <li>Life Assurance, for added peace of mind</li>
    <li>Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.</li>
    <li>24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be</li>
    <li>Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time</li>
    <li>Pension contribution, to help secure your future</li>
    <li>Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p>
<p>You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The safety of our service users and colleagues is our priority and as such we encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.</p>
<p><em>Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.</em></p>
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Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			<p>Are you an experienced Senior Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and changes lives for the better? Join the team at Thornford Park as a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist working 30 hours a week and enjoy support from a regional network of healthcare professionals. You will be working at Thornford Park, and will provide the Ward Psychologist role across the male and female PICU’s.</p>
<p>There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD at Thornford Park, where you will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward.</p>
<p>What you will be doing Reporting to the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, you will be responsible for assisting in the delivery of delivering strategic and clinical strategies to grow and further develop the care pathway through specialist psychological advice and consultations. You will lead and oversee the specialised psychological programme and the transdisciplinary team where you will provide supervision and training to your peers to ensure they understand the concepts and principles underpinning the framework and the specialised skills required to work successfully within this service model. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within mental health care services.</p>
<p>We value your professional growth and offer numerous career development opportunities. Our extensive range of courses is designed to help you grow and succeed in your career.</p>
<p>It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like.</p>
<p><strong>As a Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist you will be:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Autonomous in managing your own caseload, which will involve working with complex service-users.</li>
    <li>Attending regular clinical and service development meetings, such as MDT’s, CPA’s, referrals, and other hospital-wide meetings</li>
    <li>An integral part of the Multi-Disciplinary Team on the two PICU’s</li>
    <li>Providing both long &amp; short-term work, which includes being able to undertake clinical assessments to determine clinical needs &amp; treatment plans.</li>
    <li>Providing both individual and group work to the patients.</li>
    <li>Maintaining monthly clinical supervision as well as regular line-management supervision</li>
    <li>Providing clinical supervision to nursing staff/therapy staff as appropriate and facilitating in the provision of reflective practice.</li>
    <li>Providing both written &amp; verbal contributions to MDT &amp; CPA process</li>
    <li>Supporting the MDT in the development and review of care plans</li>
    <li>Offering specialist clinical advice including the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmes of care within the service</li>
    <li>Contributing to professional development within the team</li>
    <li>Contributing to teaching as part of Induction/mandatory training.</li>
    <li>Contributing to audit and research as directed by the line manager</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To be successful in this role, you'll need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>BPS accredited and HCPC approved Doctorate.</li>
    <li>Have HCPC Registration.</li>
    <li>Chartered Member of the BPS.</li>
    <li>Evidence of engagement in mental health networks.</li>
    <li>Post-doctoral level knowledge and application of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis.</li>
    <li>Experience in using psychological models and theories to address a range of risk and behavioural issues.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Where you will be working:</strong></p>
<p>Location: Thornford Park, Crookham Hill, Thatcham, Berkshire, RG19 8ET</p>
<p>Thornford Park Hospital, part of Elysium Healthcare, is an independent 143 bedded hospital set in 23 acres of parkland on the outskirts of Newbury, Berkshire (close to the Hampshire borders).</p>
<p>We provide services for male and female patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983) who require care in conditions of medium and low security. Our service users, many of whom have forensic histories, require long-term treatment and rehabilitation and present with multiple problems, challenging and high-risk behaviour and complex care needs. In addition to the mental health wards, Thornford Park has a 14-bedded low secure service for male patients with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, commissioned by NHS England, a medium/low secure service for females with a Learning Disability, and a medium secure service for males with Learning Disability. We also have two Psychiatric Intensive Care Units, one for males and one for females, providing holistic assessment and treatment for individuals experiencing crisis.</p>

<p><strong>What you will get:</strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
    <li>Annual salary of up to £ 57,000 pro rata</li>
    <li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave pro rata – (inc Bank Holidays) plus your birthday off!</li>
    <li>Free meals and parking</li>
    <li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li>
    <li>Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.</li>
    <li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li>
    <li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li>
    <li>Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li>
</ul>
<p>There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more.</p>
<p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p>
<p>You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The safety of our service users and colleagues is our priority and as such we encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.</p>
<p><em>Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility and are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of service users. Candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.</em></p>

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<h2>Job overview</h2>St Nicholas’ School is a thriving, forward-looking independent day School for girls aged 3 - 16 and boys 3 - 7. Set within 30 glorious acres of Hampshire countryside, the School enjoys modern, well-resourced classrooms, small classes and excellent academic results. Pupils at St Nicholas’ School are highly motivated and keen to learn.<br>We are looking for an experienced school counsellor to provide a part-time counselling service to the school. This will be part of a multidisciplinary team that supports the physical, mental and emotional wellbeing of pupils at St Nicholas’ School.<br><br>The School Counsellor will provide a professional, flexible and confidential counselling service to pupils. It is expected that the Counsellor will visit the school during school hours (to be agreed in advance) with flexibility in terms of days and hours, although generally appointments take place in the morning or afternoon, at school, during term time, to provide counselling to pupils referred by the school to fit in with school timetables. The successful applicant will have experience in working with young people and have the relevant counselling qualifications, appropriate professional indemnity insurance and be a member of a professional body.<br>The post-holder will work on a self-employed (peripatetic) basis.<b><br></b><b>Closing date: 15 December 2025.</b><b><br></b><b>We will be interviewing on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close the vacancy when a suitable candidate has been appointed. Therefore, early applications are recommended to avoid disappointment.</b><br>The School is an equal opportunities employer.<br><br><i>Safeguarding <br></i><br><i>The School and its staff are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The School is registered with the DBS and successful applicants will be required to complete successfully the Disclosure procedure at the Enhanced level. It is an offence for any person barred from working with children to apply for this post.<br></i><i><br></i><i>All applicants will also be required to complete a criminal records self-declaration form. Please note that you are not required to disclose convictions or cautions that are ‘protected’, as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If you have a conviction and are not sure whether is it ‘protected’, please visit the Gov.UK website.</i><br><br><br><br>

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<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Specialist Speech &amp; Language Therapist - Adult Learning Disabilities Services, West Surrey.</strong></p> <p>We are keen to hear from you if you are a looking for a band 6 Speech &amp; Language Therapy role.</p> <p>An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Speech and Language Therapist to be part of a forward-thinking adult learning disability health service consisting of Speech &amp; Language Therapists, Nurses, Clinical Health Assistants, Psychiatrists, Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Physiotherapists, Arts Therapists, Dietitian and Podiatrist.</p> <p><strong>You will need:</strong></p> <p> Experience of and specialist skills working with learning disabilities</p> <p> Experience of supporting the evaluation of service delivery</p> <p> Experience of providing supervision and an interest in developing leadership skills</p> <p> Experience in developing and delivering training</p> <p> Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team </p> <p> Ability to work flexibly and independently </p> <p> Enthusiasm, imagination and initiative</p> <p>  A full and valid driving licence and access to a vehicle for work.</p>    <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>oTo assess, plan, implement and evaluate the Speech and Language therapy needs of people with learning disabilities who use our services, taking the role of lead clinician for a person with learning disabilities as appropriate.</p> <p>o To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.</p> <p>o To participate in the recruitment, deployment and management of staff.</p>  <p><strong>You will need:</strong></p> <p> Experience of and specialist skills working with learning disabilities</p> <p> Experience of supporting the evaluation of service delivery</p> <p> Experience of providing supervision and an interest in developing leadership skills</p> <p> Experience in developing and delivering training</p> <p> Ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team </p> <p> Ability to work flexibly and independently </p> <p> Enthusiasm, imagination and initiative</p>   <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>The post is based in one of our multi-disciplinary Community Teams for People with Learning Disabilities (Adults) covering West Surrey and North East Hampshire with three office bases in Guildford, Aldershot and Chertsey. There is an expectation to work across the patch.</p> <p>The successful applicant will join a team of Speech and Language Therapists already working in East and West Community Teams as well as in the Neurodevelopmental, Children and Young Person's, Older Age Adults and Forensic services.</p>  <p><strong>We will provide:</strong></p> <p> Active encouragement to access formal CPD</p> <p> Supportive MDT working e.g. ASD assessment pathway and Positive Support Clinics. </p> <p> Robust individual and group supervision including MDT group supervision </p> <p> Appraisal programme</p> <p> Excellent in-house training offering for leadership and soft skills courses.</p> <p> Access to AHP Lead and AHP conferences.</p> <p>Our Speech &amp; Language Therapists are committed to supporting individuals, their support networks and multi-disciplinary colleagues in the promotion of effective communication in a proactive, person-centred way. Another key part of the support to people who use our services is to promote their safe eating and drinking.</p> <p>There is a robust system for peer support, managerial and clinical supervision. Continued professional development is encouraged and supported through yearly appraisal and six monthly review.</p>


      
        
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  <p>01 December 2025</p>

  
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      £40,617 to £48,778 a year
      
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      <p>Cassia House</p>
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          <li>Experience of working in a Learning Disability setting</li>
          
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    <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
  

  

  
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
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    <p>Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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Speech and Language Therapist

<p><b>Assistant Psychologist - Practitioner Positive Behavioural Support</b></p> <p>Location: South Region Hours: 37.5 hours per weekSalary: £31,827 per annum</p> <p>Car Allowance £3700.00 PA</p> <p>Job Role:</p> <p>This Job description gives an outline of the post and is subject to review in consultation with the post holder.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Rewards &amp; Benefits:</p> <p>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</p> <p>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.</p> <p>The post holder is subject to the terms and conditions of CareTech.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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. </p> <p> 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 </p>

Assistant Psychologist - Practitioner Positive Behavioural Support

Counselling Supervisor <br> When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. <p>Part time (4.5 hours per week) / Fixed term until 31/07/26</p><p>At Nescot, we are recruiting for a Counselling Supervisor to join our Higher Education department at Nescot College in Epsom, Surrey  click apply for full job details</p>

Counselling Supervisor

<p>Are you interested in supporting children with mental health needs in schools? Would you like to build experience working with complex needs and trauma?</p><p>A fantastic specialist school in Thatcham are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support their students with behaviour and mental health issues. The school caters for students with a diagnosed social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) need, as well as Autism and ADHD.</p><p>As a Mental Health Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring every student feels safe and supported at school. Many of these students find it difficult to manage their emotions and to form health relationships with others. You will serve as a positive role model for all pupils, supporting their development of social skills, emotional regulation and academic success. You will also help assist the class teacher, to ensure all lessons run smoothly.</p><p>This is a fantastic opportunity if you are looking to gain valuable practical experience in a mental health setting. You will gain valuable, hands-on experience working with children who face significant challenges and adversities, allowing you to apply your psychological knowledge in real-world scenarios. By engaging with various aspects of mental health and education, you will open doors to future roles in clinical or therapeutic settings.</p><p> Mental Health Assistant</p><p> Graduate Opportunity</p><p> 85 to 95 per day</p><p> ASAP Start</p><p> Thatcham, West Berkshire</p><p> Opportunity for mental health training and professional development</p><p>If you are excited by this opportunity, and feel you would be a good fit, then please apply today.</p><p>Mental Health Assistant, Mental Health Assistant, Thatcham, Thatcham, Thatcham </p>

Mental Health Assistant

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Newbury<br> <strong>Salary:</strong> 85 - 95 per day <br> <strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP<br> <strong>Hours:</strong> Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30</p><p>Are you a Criminology or Psychology Graduate eager to make a meaningful difference to young people's lives? Do you aspire to become a Youth Worker, helping at-risk children to make positive life choices?</p><p>If so, this role would be the perfect opportunity for you!</p><p>A specialist school in Newbury is seeking a dedicated graduate to join their team as an SEMH Teaching Assistant, supporting students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Many of these children have experienced adversity and are vulnerable to gang involvement, anti-social behaviour, and social exclusion. Your role will be to mentor and guide them, fostering resilience, self-confidence and positive decision making.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities: </strong></p><ul><li>Build trusting relationships with pupils to support their social, emotional and academic development.</li><li>Deliver one-to-one and small group interventions to promote positive behaviours.</li><li>Assist students in developing coping strategies and emotional regulation techniques.</li><li>Work alongside teachers, social workers and therapists to provide emotional support.</li><li>Help create a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment.</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Role?</strong></p><p>This is a fantastic stepping stone if you are looking to build experience for a future career in:</p><ul><li>Youth Work</li><li>Social Work</li><li>Youth Justice</li><li>Educational Psychology</li><li>Counselling &amp; Mentoring</li></ul><p>You will gain hands-on experience with at-risk youth, receive specialist training and work closely with professionals in youth intervention, psychology and education.</p><p>If you are resilient, empathetic and committed to making a difference, apply today!</p><p><em>Aspiring Youth Worker, Aspiring Youth Worker, Aspiring Youth Worker, Aspiring Youth Worker, Aspiring Youth Worker, Newbury, Newbury, Newbury </em></p>

Aspiring Youth Worker

<p><strong>Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA) - Primary School, Bracknell<br> <br> </strong></p><p>Are you passionate about supporting children's wellbeing and helping them thrive both emotionally and academically? Academics Ltd is delighted to be working with a welcoming primary school in <strong>Bracknell</strong>, seeking a compassionate and dedicated <strong>Emotional Literacy Support Assistant (ELSA)</strong> to join their team.</p><p><br> As an ELSA, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils who may be facing emotional, social, or behavioural challenges. Working closely with the school's SENCo and pastoral team, you will help children develop confidence, resilience, and emotional awareness through positive, nurturing interventions.</p><p><strong> Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide 1:1 and small group emotional literacy support</li><li>Help pupils develop coping strategies, self-esteem, and healthy relationships</li><li>Support children with anxiety, emotional regulation, and social difficulties</li><li>Build trusting, supportive relationships with pupils</li><li>Maintain accurate records and work collaboratively with teaching and pastoral staff</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate Will Have:</strong></p><ul><li>A warm, empathetic, and patient approach</li><li>Experience supporting children with emotional or behavioural needs (school-based experience desirable)</li><li>Strong communication and relationship-building skills</li><li>The ability to remain calm and supportive under pressure</li><li>A genuine passion for children's wellbeing and development</li></ul><ul><li><strong>ELSA training</strong> is<strong> essential</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Start Date:</strong> January start <br> <strong>Location:</strong> Bracknell<br> <strong>Contract:</strong> Full-time, term-time only<br> <strong>Competitive daily rate</strong></p><p>If you're looking for a rewarding role in Bracknell where you can make a real difference to children's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Please make an application or give us a call on (phone number removed) to find out more.</p>

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