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Clinical Psychologist – Residential Care & Specialist SEMH School

Location: Ripponden, West Yorkshire
Salary: Band 7/8a equivalent- depending on experience, pro rata.
Hours: Full-time / Part-time considered
Contract: Permanent

“Help children heal, connect, and thrive.”

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinical Psychologist to join our therapeutic team within a dynamic, trauma-informed service for children and young people living in residential care and attending our specialist SEMH school.

Our integrated model combines residential care, specialist education, and clinical input to provide holistic support for children with complex trauma histories, attachment difficulties, and neurodevelopmental needs. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will play a central role in supporting recovery, relational repair, and emotional development.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Conducting psychological assessments and formulations
  • Delivering individual, group, and systemic interventions
  • Supporting staff teams through consultation, reflective practice, and training
  • Working closely with education and care colleagues to embed trauma-informed practice
  • Contributing to care planning, risk assessment, and outcome monitoring
  • Engaging families where possible in therapeutic and systemic work

What We Offer:

  • Opportunity to train in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP), with supervision from accredited practitioners
  • A supportive clinical team with regular supervision and CPD
  • The chance to influence whole-system thinking in a truly child-centred setting
  • Access to a broad, multidisciplinary team including SLTs, OTs, and art therapists
  • A working culture that values reflective practice, curiosity, and relational safety

What We’re Looking For:

  • HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist (newly qualified or experienced)
  • Experience or interest in working with looked-after children, complex trauma, and SEMH needs
  • A collaborative, emotionally attuned approach and commitment to trauma-informed care
  • Knowledge of attachment theory, systemic thinking, and therapeutic models such as DDP, CAT, EMDR, or ACT is desirable

Join Us

This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children who have experienced significant adversity and to grow your expertise in a setting that values connection, compassion, and clinical excellence.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief covering letter to Nadia.khurram@timeouthomes.co.uk. For an informal conversation about the role, contact 01422 820510.

We welcome applications from psychologists at all stages of their careers who share our belief that every child deserves to feel safe, seen, and supported.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Application question(s):

  • Are you over the age of 21?
  • Have you completed your training?
  • Do you have a current driving licence?

Licence/Certification:

  • HCPC certification (required)

Work Location: In person

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