Pulse
Band 8a/b Permanent Practitioner Psychologist
Wakefield
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- Seniority
- Mid level
- Stated salary
- £65,000 per year
- Work mode
- On-site / unstated
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- 1 Sept 2026
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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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