Band 8a/b Permanent Practitioner Psychologist

Job Title Practitioner Psychologist Banding Equivalent to NHS Band 8a/b Location Wakefield – within a specialist education and care setting supporting children and young people Working Hours Full-time (37.5 hours per week), part-time considered Typical hours: 8:00–16:00 or 8:30–16:30 (may vary) Salary Up to £65,000 pro rata Join Us as a Psychologist – Make a Real Difference Are you a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where your expertise truly matters? This is an opportunity to work in a specialist setting supporting children and young people with complex needs. Why this role stands out: • Competitive salary up to £65k • £2,000 annual training allowance • After 6 months, enjoy a 4-day working week • Term-time plus 2 weeks (46.6 weeks per year) • Leadership opportunities for 2 days per week when the Lead is at other sites Responsibilities In this role, you will: • Deliver psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions tailored to individual needs • Work collaboratively with education and care teams to embed trauma-informed and neurodiversity-aware practices • Provide consultation, reflective practice, and training to staff • Advocate for the voice and wellbeing of the children and young people you support • Contribute to service development and evidence-based practice Benefits • Up to £65,000 pro rata • £2,000 annual CPD/training allowance • Flexible working options (part-time considered) • 4-day working week after 6 months • Term-time plus 2 weeks • Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Qualifications and Experience Essential: • HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist • Experience working with children and young people with neurodiverse or SEMH needs • Ability to travel – full UK driving licence required Desirable: • Experience in education or care settings • Skills in consultation and service development If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and commitment. How to Apply Apply via the Pulse website . Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps. Why Work with Pulse • Dedicated consultant support • Access to a wide range of roles across the UK • Competitive pay and benefits • Commitment to your professional development Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities or additional needs. Please let us know if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.