Assistant Psychologist in Ormskirk

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. This role is based at Pontville School, an independent specialist day school providing high quality education for boys and girls. Based in Ormskirk, the school is regarded by many as the first choice for speech, language and social communication in the UK.

Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined‑up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro‑developmental conditions and special educational needs.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will develop your skills in building relationships and engaging children and young people in assessments and interventions under the direction of a qualified psychologist. You’ll be part of a multi‑disciplinary clinical team, supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people.

What we do for you

• Training: A full induction and on the job training
• Holiday: 35 days holiday including bank holidays
• Clinical Development: A leading programme of clinical learning and development
• Flexible benefits: Increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance
• Wellbeing: A host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
• Medical cover for costs like opticians or dentist appointments
• High‑street discounts
• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities
• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £2,000 bonus

This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi‑disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way.

Here’s a few things we’ll be looking for from you:

• A degree (or equivalent) in Psychology, eligible for graduate BPS membership, including components relating to young people and mental health or autism
• Experience working with young people who have developmental trauma and/or neurodevelopmental needs e.g. autism, SEMH and ADHD
• The resilience to deal with challenging situations
• A ‘can do’ attitude – a team player who helps others
• Honesty and empathy

At Witherslack Group, inclusion is part of who we are. We’re committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued and that they truly belong. We celebrate diverse perspectives, lived experiences, and the unique strengths that each person brings to our community. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.