Senior Psychologist - Band 8a
Pulse Associates Limited · Preston · posted 24 days ago
UK median £58,366
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| Percentile | Pay |
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| 25th | £38,468 |
| 50th | £58,366 |
| UK median | £58,366 |
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Job Title: Senior Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling or Forensic) Banding: Equivalent to Band 8a–8b Location: Preston, Lancashire Working Hours: 4 days, Term-Time Only Salary: £62,192 - £65,790 per annum
Join our client's service as a Senior Psychologist and become part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary clinical team supporting children and young people with complex needs including developmental trauma, neurodiversity, and special educational needs. Based in Preston, Lancashire, this role offers the opportunity to work across both education and residential settings, delivering high-quality assessments, interventions, and therapeutic support. You’ll be working in partnership with local authorities, CAMHS teams, and social care services, promoting positive outcomes for young people.
Responsibilities
As a Senior Psychologist, you will:
Lead on clinical assessments and therapeutic formulations for children and young people.
Develop and evaluate evidence-based intervention programmes.
Provide line management and supervision to regional psychologists.
Collaborate with education and care teams to embed therapeutic practices.
Deliver training, consultation, and reflective practice sessions.
Work closely with families, external agencies, and internal MDTs.
Promote safeguarding and contribute to child protection procedures.
Maintain accurate clinical records
Benefits
35 days holiday including bank holidays (term-time only roles available)
Comprehensive clinical induction and ongoing CPD
Flexible benefits including life insurance and medical cover
Employee wellbeing support and assistance programme
Beautiful working environments with purpose-built facilities
Recommend a friend bonus of £1,000
Career development opportunities across the group
Qualifications and Experience
Essential:
HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Experience in psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention
Understanding of developmental trauma, neurodiversity, and SEN
Ability to work collaboratively in MDTs and across settings
Desirable:
Supervision qualification and experience managing staff
Experience in education systems and challenging environments
Full UK driving licence
If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about the role, we encourage you to apply.
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