Systemic Psychotherapist / Clinical Specialist in Richmond

Achieving for Children is a Community Interest Company that has a public sector ethos, combined with the freedom to innovate enabling us to do things differently. As a not-for-profit social enterprise owned by three local authorities (Windsor & Maidenhead, Kingston and Richmond), we offer the freedoms of a social enterprise with the employment benefits of local government.

Join a team that's officially Outstanding! Achieving for Children's services have now been rated Outstanding by Ofsted in both Richmond and Kingston. Our services are praised for exceptional care and a workforce that puts children at the centre of everything we do. If you want to be part of a team that's setting the standard for excellence, we want to hear from you.

There are 2 available roles, one is based in Kingston and one will be based in Richmond. If you have a preference, please include this in your supporting statement.

As a Clinical Specialist/Systemic Psychotherapist in the EHS Safeguarding Service you will be passionate about improving the well-being and welfare of children and young people who are known to the Safeguarding team, either as Children in Need, on Safeguarding / Child Protection plans or looked after and putting them at the centre of all you do. You will provide Systemic consultations and reflective space to the social care team, high quality evidenced based systemic interventions, be part of an established team and be afforded many different opportunities to use your skills. This includes assessment, therapeutic work, running groups, supervision and management of staff, consultation and training. We welcome creative and innovative ways to deliver services. In addition to individual supervision and line management, you will have access to many exciting development opportunities. You will also be part of a Team of 6 Systemic Psychotherapists in EHS providing access to peer supervision and support.

This role will attract a health market supplement in addition to the existing salary.

The purpose of this post is to improve the mental health and protection of Children and Young People who are known to the Safeguarding Service, either as Children in Need, on Child Protection Plans or Looked after and putting them at the centre of all you do. As a Systemic Psychotherapist in the safeguarding Service for Achieving for Children, you will be responsible for:

• Providing systemic consultation and reflective spaces to professionals, particularly our social workers and the team.
• Undertaking systemic assessments of cases which may be complex in nature in order to formulate, plan and deliver a range of interventions.
• Delivering systemic psychotherapy treatment to children and families who are open to the safeguarding team, as appropriate.
• Providing clinical supervision to qualified therapists, as required.
• Providing systemic workshops and training sessions to AfC staff.

To be a Clinical Specialist / Systemic Psychotherapist at AfC, you will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people as well as demonstrating the following points:

• Be qualified as a Systemic Psychotherapist and registered with UKCP.
• Be qualified as a Social Worker (desirable).
• Be able to provide consultation and training to a wide range of professionals.
• Have CAMHS experience in working with complex and vulnerable families.
• Be able to undertake systemic assessments and deliver high-quality therapy to children and families.

We are focused on creating a positive supportive environment, where you will have access to a really wide range of resources, as well as a competitive salary and all the perks to enable hybrid working. In AfC you will also have access to:

• 29 days annual leave, increasing to 33 days after 2 years and 35 days after 4 years with an additional day off in your birthday month.
• Tailored induction sessions commencing on the date you start working for AfC.
• Local Government salary and pension scheme (LGPS or Teachers Pension).
• Flexible working options - helping to keep a good work life balance.
• A comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
• A range of staff benefits and discounts.
• An excellent learning and development offer to support your career pathway.

Important Information:

• Start dates: Achieving for Children have meaning successful candidates join on a set date in each month.
• Right to work: The UK has introduced a new points-based immigration system affecting EU and Non-EU workers and sponsorship requirements.
• Equality: We particularly welcome applications from sections of the community who are currently underrepresented within our teams.
• Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and return your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.