
Assistant Psychologist Leicester, England
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Assistant Psychologist
Full Time and Part Time / 37 and 18.5 Hours Per Week / Fixed Term for 6 Months or 9 Months
Working in Education Health and Social Care is more than just a job. It is a chance to change lives. Join the team at Leicester City Council and help some of the most vulnerable people in society.
You will assist in the development and delivery of a range of interventions and support. Providing one to one and group work sessions with care experienced children and young people, you will support their engagement with education. You will work with schools, foster carers and other professionals to meet the educational needs of children in care.
To be successful in this role you will need
- Psychology Degree which is at least Upper Second class honours or equivalent with eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society.
- Relevant experience of working in educational or clinical, homes and community settings with children, young people, parents and carers informed by evidence based therapeutic approaches to support their emotional wellbeing.
- Subject to an Enhanced DBS Check
What you will get
- The equivalent of 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays and extra statutory days
- Wellbeing support and activities
- Career development and training
- Generous pension contribution
If you would like to have a chat before applying, feel free to contact Yvonne Francis, Senior Educational Psychologist via email to [email protected] or Mohammed Bham, Principal Educational Psychologist, to [email protected]
Interview/Assessments will take place on Tuesday 16th May 2023.
