Job Description

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist – Autism & Neurodevelopmental Services
Banding: Equivalent to Band 8a
Location: Keele, Staffordshire
Working Hours: Full-time, flexible working available
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you a skilled and enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of neurodivergent children and their families? Pulse is recruiting for a permanent Clinical Psychologist to join a dedicated and growing Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) based in Keele, Staffordshire. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of specialist autism services, working in a collaborative and forward-thinking clinical environment.

Responsibilities

As a Practitioner Psychologist,you will:

• Deliver specialist autism and neurodevelopmental assessments, formulations, and interventions for children and young people.
• Work collaboratively within a diverse MDT including Psychologists, LD Nurses, OTs, SALTs, Paediatricians, Assistants, Trainees, and volunteers.
• Prepare comprehensive psychological reports and communicate findings to families and professionals.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group interventions for children, families, and carers.
• Offer specialist consultation, advice, and training to colleagues and external professionals.
• Contribute to service development, evaluation, and audit in collaboration with the research team.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to Assistant and Trainee Psychologists.

Benefits

• Flexible working patterns, including home working
• Purpose-built, award-winning facilities
• Extensive CPD, reflective practice, and training opportunities
• Clinical and management supervision
• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing with service)
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Charity worker and Blue Light discounts
• Life assurance after 1 year
• Pension scheme
• Recommend-a-friend scheme
• Free on-site parking
• No out-of-hours, rota, or weekend expectations

Qualifications and Experience

We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:

• Doctorate (or equivalent) in Clinical Psychology
• HCPC registration
• Experience in autism and neurodevelopmental assessment and diagnosis
• Skilled in psychometric testing, cognitive/neuropsychological assessments, and clinical formulation
• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills
• Commitment to inclusive and person-centred practice
• Enhanced DBS with barred lists required

If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and dedication.

How to Apply

Click “Apply” via the Pulse website to submit your CV. A member of our recruitment team will be in touch to guide you through the next steps. Alternatively, contact us on 01992 305 604 for more information.

Why Work with Pulse?

Pulse is a trusted healthcare recruitment partner offering:

• Exclusive roles across the UK
• Personalised support throughout your job search
• Flexible opportunities tailored to your career goals

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know — we’re here to support you.