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Band 8a/b Permanent Practitioner Psychologist

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£65,000 monthly

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Job Description - 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.


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