SEND Clinical Psychologist

About the role

We are seeking a committed and passionate SEND Clinical Psychologist to join our positive and collaborative team based in Uxbridge, with the option for hybrid working. This role sits within the new, small multidisciplinary EHCP Plus Team under the Educational Psychology Service, working closely with other SEND services to support children and young people (CYP) with complex needs who have an EHCP.

As a SEND Clinical Psychologist, you will:

• Provide specialist psychological support within educational settings, enabling CYP with SEND to access mainstream education and develop the emotional, social, and behavioural skills necessary for inclusive living and lifelong learning.
• Deliver high-impact interventions for CYP with complex needs, working collaboratively with schools, families, and professionals.
• Conduct specialist psychological assessments, design and monitor behaviour support plans, and offer expert advice and training to school staff, families, and carers.
• Support mainstream educational settings in implementing EHCP provision, promoting inclusion, and preventing suspensions, exclusions, and placement breakdowns.
• Lead on case planning, contribute to multi‑agency reviews, and provide expert input in tribunal and mediation cases.
• Champion inclusive practices, developing guidance and training to empower CYP with complex needs to achieve their potential.
• Play a key role in implementing elements of the Hillingdon SEND and AP Strategy Ambitions and improvement plan, following the Local Area SEND Ofsted Inspection.

• A qualified Clinical Psychologist with registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Experience in specialist psychological assessment and intervention for CYP with SEND, including those with significant learning disabilities, autism, and behaviours that challenge.
• Strong skills in consultation, training, and supporting educational staff and families.
• Commitment to inclusive education and improving outcomes for CYP with complex needs.
• Ability to work flexibly, travel within Hillingdon, and contribute to service development and innovation.

We are a team that values respect, collaboration, efficiency, integrity, and openness. We celebrate diversity, work together to improve outcomes, and are committed to delivering high‑quality, inclusive services for our community.

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work‑life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36‑hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non‑casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco‑friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24‑hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.

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