Overview
Job Title: Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner
Location: Cambian Northampton School
Type: Part-time, 8 hours per week
Salary: Equivalent to £30,000.00 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
About Us:
Cambian Northampton School is a specialist educational institution dedicated to supporting students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. We are committed to providing a nurturing environment where every individual can thrive and reach their full potential.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner to join our team on a part-time basis. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our students by offering therapeutic support within our school community.
Key Responsibilities:
- Work under the guidance of the psychologist and headteacher to offer therapeutic support to students at Cambian Northampton School, both onsite and through outreach programs.
- Provide low-level psychological interventions and consultations, following a consultation model clinically led by the psychologist.
- Collaborate closely with operational staff, including teachers, SENCO, Pastoral Coordinator, and the Head Teacher.
- Facilitate therapy and social groups/one-on-one sessions within the school and outreach settings.
- Plan and prepare therapy groups in consultation with the psychologist and headteacher.
- Plan Emotional literacy sessions and monitor these sessions for all students, collaborating with teaching staff.
- Conduct informal observations of young people within lessons and assist in planning actions to support integration, behaviour, and emotional literacy.
- Maintain up-to-date and appropriate records under the oversight of the psychologist and headteacher.
- Facilitate staff training on areas of mental health and associated behaviour.
- Maintain own Continuous Professional Development (CPD) as needed, attending all required training sessions.
- Ensure students are supported to reach their full potential and become successful adults.
General Responsibilities:
- Attend work reliably and punctually, following a flexible work pattern as required.
- Know and adhere to Cambian Group policies and procedures.
- Remain vigilant to protect individuals from abuse and report any incidents promptly.
- Participate in performance reviews and appraisal processes.
- Receive fortnightly clinical supervision from the psychologist.
- Maintain confidentiality of personal information.
- Uphold equal opportunities and respect individual differences.
- Contribute to effective team working and positive relationships.
- Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as reasonably compatible with the role objectives.
Health and Safety Responsibilities:
- Contribute to maintaining safe and secure learning and care environments by actively identifying and addressing potential hazards.
- Take proactive measures to ensure the physical safety of students, staff, and visitors within the school premises.
- Participate in regular safety inspections and adhere to safety protocols and procedures.
- Promptly report any safety concerns or incidents to the appropriate authorities.
- Take appropriate action in the event of an emergency to safeguard the well-being of individuals within the school community.
- Stay informed about health and safety regulations and guidelines, implementing best practices to minimize risks.
Safeguarding Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding by promoting a culture of vigilance and accountability within the school community.
- Take immediate action to protect individuals from all forms of abuse, including physical, emotional, sexual, neglectful, financial, or institutional abuse.
- Report any incidents or suspicions of abuse promptly to the designated safeguarding lead or relevant authorities.
- Cooperate fully with safeguarding investigations, providing accurate information and support as required.
- Maintain confidentiality and respect the privacy of individuals involved in safeguarding concerns, while prioritizing their safety and well-being.
- Stay updated on safeguarding policies, procedures, and legislation, actively participating in training and development opportunities to enhance safeguarding knowledge and skills.
- Foster an inclusive a
Salary: Up to £30,000.00 per annum (Pro Rata)
Location: Northampton, NN2 6LR
