Job Description

Job Title

Psychologist

Banding

Equivalent to NHS Band 8a

Location

Hinckley, Leicestershire

Working Hours

Full-time or part-time options available

Salary

£54,584 – £64,085 per annum (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits

Make a Difference Every Day

Are you a qualified Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where you can truly change lives? We’re recruiting for a Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist to join the team at an independent specialist day school in Hinckley, Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, and associated challenges.

You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, full school holidays, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions for children and young people with complex needs.
• Work collaboratively with educational and residential teams to create therapeutic living and learning environments.
• Provide consultation, training, and guidance to staff to ensure clinically informed care.
• Contribute to a joined-up clinical model across schools and children’s homes.
• Support the development of strategies that promote positive outcomes for young people.

Benefits

• Full school holidays (including bank holidays)
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing clinical development programme
• Flexible benefits package (including life insurance options)
• Wellbeing tools and Employee Assistance Programme
• Medical cover for everyday health costs (opticians, dentist, etc.)
• High-street discounts
• Beautiful working environment with excellent facilities
• Recommend-a-friend bonus (£1,000 per referral)

Qualifications & Experience

Essential:

• HCPC registration as a Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist
• Experience in assessing, formulating, and delivering interventions for children and young people with complex needs
• Ability to provide consultation and training to staff teams
• Strong organisational skills and a proactive approach

Desirable:

• Experience within SEMH or SEND settings
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and neurodevelopmental conditions

If you don’t meet every requirement but feel you have the right skills and passion, we encourage you to apply!

How to Apply

Apply today via the Pulse website Once your application is received, our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps.

Why Work With Pulse

Pulse offers access to exclusive roles, competitive pay rates, and dedicated support throughout your career journey. We’re committed to helping you find the right role that matches your skills and aspirations.

Reasonable Adjustments

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and will provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to ensure accessibility.