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<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			<p>If you’re an Associate Specialist looking for a new opportunity to join a friendly multidisciplinary team in an established secure service setting delivering&nbsp;high-quality clinical service to people with complex mental health conditions across the medium and low secure service.</p>
<p>&nbsp;Working part time 18.75 hours a week alongside the unit's multidisciplinary team, including the Consultant, to ensure that service users receive a holistic and person-centric treatment programme based on the recovery model.</p>

<p>As an Associate Specialist, you will ensure the high quality first-line medical care of our inpatients, liaise effectively with external professionals and carers, provide written and oral evidence for Hospital Managers’ and Tribunal hearings, work towards safe discharges including preparing discharge summaries, reports and other necessary documentation and be a valued and effective member of the multidisciplinary team at Thornford Park Hospital</p>
<p>This established service looks to continually innovate, improve and deliver excellent care for its service users, has an active programme of education and research and provides significant developmental opportunities for its staff.</p>
<p>There are currently four other Associate Specialists working in the service. There is no formal on-call commitment attached to the role, but there are opportunities to join the on-call rota through a locum agency which provides on-call services for the hospital.</p>

<strong><strong>Other Responsibilities include</strong>:</strong>
<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 in this role, you’ll need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Full GMC registration</li>
    <li>Experience working in psychiatry within multi-disciplinary teams</li>
    <li>To be in good standing for CPD with the Royal College of Psychiatrists</li>
    <li>To have had an appraisal/RITA within the last year</li>
    <li>At least 3 years experience in Psychiatry (desirable)</li>
    <li>Experience working as a doctor within similar environment &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>What you will 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>Competitive annual salary</li>
    <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!</li>
    <li>A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution</li>
    <li>Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals</li>
    <li>Voluntary benefits</li>
    <li>Medical indemnity cover</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>Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking</li>
</ul>
<strong>About your next employer:</strong>

<p>Elysium Health care has 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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 Part-Time Associate Specialist

<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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Part-Time Senior Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

<h2>Introduction</h2>
	
		
			<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>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&nbsp;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>
<p><strong>Our&nbsp;Associate Specialist role involves:</strong></p>
<ul type="disc">
    <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, you’ll need:</strong></p>
<ul>
    <li>Full GMC registration</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>
<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 type="disc">
    <li>Competitive annual salary</li>
    <li>30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and your birthday off!</li>
    <li>A Group Personal Pension Plan (GPPP) and pension contribution</li>
    <li>Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals</li>
    <li>Voluntary benefits</li>
    <li>Medical indemnity cover</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>Free/subsidised meals and onsite/local free parking</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>About your next employer:</strong></p>
<p>Elysium Health care has 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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Associate Specialist

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  <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>Speech and Language Therapy Qualification</li>
        
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          <li>Dysphagia qualification</li>
          
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        <li>Experience of designing and facilitating training</li>
        
        <li>Experience of Multi Disciplinary working</li>
        
        <li>Experience of assessing for and implementing use of AAC methods</li>
        
        <li>Relevant post-qualification clinical experience</li>
        
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          <li>Experience of working in a Learning Disability setting</li>
          
          <li>Experience of supporting students</li>
          
          <li>Evidence of interest and skill in specialist area</li>
          
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    <p>Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust</p>
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NHS Jobs

Speech and Language Therapist

<p>Counselling Supervisor</p> <p>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> <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.</p> <p>Nescot is recognised as the <strong>Employer of the year </strong> at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.</p> <p><strong>What we are looking for:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Professionally qualified psychodynamic counsellors</li> <li>Practicing psychodynamic counsellor/psychotherapist with British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy Accreditation (BACP) or equivalent</li> <li>A background in psychoeducation and report writing</li> <li>Evidence of continual professional development within a therapeutic context</li> <li>Minimum of 3 years post qualification experience</li> </ul> <p><strong>Duties/responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Support students studying on Diploma in Psychodynamic Counselling.</li> <li>Work according to BACP/UKCP ethical framework.</li> <li>Manage your own student group and as part of a team</li> <li>Support students to apply theory to client work.</li> <li>Model working psychodynamically.</li> <li>Write objective and timely assessments and reports</li> <li>Attend regular meetings and peer supervision as required.</li> <li>Demonstrate the ability to hold boundaries and demonstrate professional behaviours with staff and students in accordance with BACP ethical framework. </li> </ul> <p><strong>Please note:</strong> Supervisors do not hold clinical responsibility and do not advice or guide. It is the responsibility of the Agency to have the final say for client work.</p> <p><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery</li> <li>5-minute walk from Ewell East Station</li> <li>Discounted Starbucks</li> <li>Free online qualifications</li> <li>Free parking on-site</li> </ul> <p>Nescot is graded Good by Ofsted following its latest inspection in January 2023. The report recognises that students enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed , and benefit from highly supportive relationships with staff. At Nescot, we re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).</p> <p>At Nescot, we re proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.</p> <p>This college is a smoke-free campus smoking and vaping are not permitted anywhere on campus.</p> <p>Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).<br> </p> <p>Closing date 9th January 2026</p>

Counselling Supervisor

<p><strong>Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham</strong></p><p><strong>ASAP Start - Full-Time Role</strong></p><p>Are you passionate about children's mental health and eager to gain hands-on experience supporting vulnerable young people?</p><p>A highly supportive and inclusive SEN school in <strong>Wokingham</strong> is seeking a caring and proactive <strong>Mental Health Assistant</strong> to join their team. This role is ideal for those hoping to build careers in Child Psychology, Mental Health Support, Counselling, SEN Education, or social care.</p><p>As a <strong>Mental Health Assistant </strong>you will support students who may have Autism, ADHD, SEMH needs, anxiety, trauma backgrounds, and difficulties with emotional regulation. Working 1:1 and in small groups, you will help deliver wellbeing strategies, promote positive behaviour, and provide calm, consistent emotional support throughout the school day.</p><p>You will also collaborate with mental health practitioners, behaviour specialists, and teachers to ensure a holistic, person-centred approach to each child's progress and wellbeing.</p><p><strong>Key Details</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Role:</strong> <strong>Mental Health Assistant</strong></li><li><strong>Location:</strong> Wokingham</li><li><strong>Salary:</strong> 89- 100 per day</li><li><strong>Hours:</strong> Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm</li><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> ASAP</li><li><strong>Ideal for:</strong> Aspiring Psychologists, Counsellors, Therapists, Youth Workers, or those with experience supporting mental health</li></ul><p>This<strong> Mental Health Assistant</strong> role is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience in mental health support within a nurturing school environment committed to inclusion and therapeutic practice.</p><p>Apply now to begin your rewarding journey supporting children's mental health in Wokingham!</p><p><strong>Mental Health Assistant - Wokingham</strong></p>

Mental Health Assistant

Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead<br><br>Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire Salary: £85 - £100 per day Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 3:30pm Start Date: ASAPJoin a well-respected specialist school in Maidenhead dedicated to supporting children with complex learning disabilities. The school provides a nurturing and inclusive environment where every child is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential.We're looking for a compassionate Mental Health Assistant to support pupils with autism, sensory processing difficulties, communication challenges, and other complex needs. This role offers invaluable hands-on experience helping students overcome barriers to learning and build essential life skills.As a Mental Health Assistant, you will deliver 1:1 and small group support, assist with personalised learning and behaviour plans, and promote emotional wellbeing and independence. You'll work in a collaborative, supportive team committed to creating a safe, structured, and positive learning environment.The ideal candidate will have a background in Psychology, Counselling, Education, or relevant experience, alongside patience, resilience, and a passion for making a real difference to children's lives.This is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a leading special education setting and grow your career as a Mental Health Assistant.If you want to be part of a school that truly puts its pupils first, apply now to join as a Mental Health Assistant in Maidenhead.

Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead

<p><strong>Mental Health Assistant/Teaching Assistant - Maidenhead</strong></p><p><strong>Aspiring Educational Psychologist role </strong></p><p><strong>Great for Psychology/Counselling/Criminology Graduates! ASAP Start</strong></p><p><strong>Are you interested in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues?</strong></p><p><strong>Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? </strong></p><p>An incredible specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Maidenhead are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support the academic learning, emotional wellbeing and behaviour of these students. The SEN School is in Maidenhead and the role is full-time starting ASAP. The SEN children are aged 8 to 18 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. The school employ a therapeutic approach so will offer a range of training to the mental health assistant appointed. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. Graduates in a relative field would be desirable too (e.g. Psychology, Counselling, Criminology etc).</p><p>This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for the mental health assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. </p><p>Overall the school are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring and resilient</p><ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Maidenhead</li><li> 85- 100 per day</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3.30pm</li><li>Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates</li></ul><p>The SEN children in this school require a mental health assistant who understands their complex needs, is open-minded and up for a challenge. </p><p>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.</p><p><strong>Mental Health Assistant - Maidenhead - ASAP Start</strong></p>

Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist - Maidenhead

<p><strong>Mental Health Assistant - Bracknell</strong></p><p><strong>Aspiring Psychologist Opportunity</strong></p><p><strong>ASAP Start</strong></p><p><strong>Are you interested in supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health issues?</strong></p><p><strong>Would you like to build your experience working with Complex Needs and work alongside trained therapists, counsellors and psychologists? </strong></p><p>An incredible specialist school for children with Social and Emotional Mental Health Needs based in Bracknell are looking for a bright and enthusiastic Mental Health Assistant to support the academic learning, emotional wellbeing and behaviour of these students. The SEN School is in Bracknell and the role is full-time starting ASAP or in September 2025. The SEN children are aged 8 to 18 and require consistent, ongoing support in order to ensure they have the highest quality of care and child-centred support. The school employ a therapeutic approach so will offer a range of training to the mental health assistant appointed. Experience in a similar role would be desirable but not essential. Graduates in a relative field would be desirable too (e.g. Psychology, Counselling, Criminology etc).</p><p>This is a FANTASTIC opportunity for the mental health assistant to work alongside the therapists and psychologists based on-site at school. You will be mentored and have the opportunity to shadow sessions and learn from them. Plus you will gain invaluable experience working with Special Needs and Mental Health issues. This is a great opportunity for an aspiring educational or occupational psychologist, therapeutic support worker or SEN teacher. </p><p>Overall the school are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, caring and resilient</p><ul><li>Mental Health Assistant - Aspiring Psychologist</li><li>Social and Emotional Mental Health Support</li><li>ASAP Start</li><li>Bracknell</li><li> 89- 100 per day depending on experience</li><li>Full-time Mon-Fri 8.30am to 3.30pm</li><li>Ideal for Psychology/Counselling Graduates</li></ul><p>The SEN children in this school require a mental health assistant who understands their complex needs, is open-minded and up for a challenge. </p><p>If you are interested in this Mental Health Assistant position, please apply direct to this advert.</p><p><strong>Mental Health Assistant - Bracknell - ASAP Start</strong></p>

28 Permanent Jobs in Maidenhead SL6, UK