At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the emotional well-being of children through direct and indirect psychological care.
- Company: Join ISM, a leader in therapeutic parenting interventions.
- Benefits: Competitive pro-rata salary, flexible remote work, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Part-time roles with excellent career growth in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of children and young people in care.
- Qualifications: HCPC registration and experience with children in trauma-informed settings required.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 72000 £ per year.
ISM is looking to recruit a range of registered psychologists to work remotely with our therapeutic parenting child care intervention framework. These are part‑time roles, 16 hours per week. You will provide psychological support directly (with children) and indirectly (with teams).
Your Role
- You will play a vital role in supporting the emotional and psychological well‑being of children and young people living in residential care.
- You will provide both direct therapeutic support to children and indirect input through consultation, formulation, and guidance with residential teams.
- Working collaboratively with care staff, social workers, and multi‑agency professionals, you’ll contribute to creating trauma‑informed, nurturing environments where young people can heal and thrive.
- Your role will include psychological assessments, intervention planning, reflective practice sessions, and staff training to enhance the overall quality of care and promote positive developmental outcomes.
Requirements
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Educational) or BPS Registered Associate Psychologist.
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Psychology.
- Demonstrated experience working with children and young people within residential, looked‑after, or trauma‑informed settings – THIS IS ESSENTIAL.
- Strong understanding of attachment, developmental trauma, and therapeutic care models.
- Ability to provide psychological formulation, consultation, and reflective practice to multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with children and staff alike.
- Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and ethical practice in line with HCPC and BPS standards.
- Willingness to travel between residential services and work flexibly to meet the needs of the children and teams.
Locations: Yorkshire | Cumbria | Scotland
Seniority level: Entry level
Employment type: Part‑time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries: Wellness and Fitness Services
Registered Psychologist in Bradford employer: ISM Psychological Services
As a leading psychological service provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the well-being of both our employees and the children we serve. Our remote team offers flexible working arrangements, competitive salaries, and ongoing professional development opportunities, ensuring that our psychologists can thrive in their roles while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people in residential care.
Contact Details:
ISM Psychological Services Recruitment Team
