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Honorary Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Assistant Programme
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Bloom Clinical Academy
Honorary Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Assistant Programme
Develop Your Future Career in Clinical, Educational and Neuropsychology
Location: Hybrid Working (Milton Keynes, St Albans and Home-Based)
Commitment: Part-Time Flexible Opportunities Available
Duration: Minimum 6–12 Months Preferred
Launch Your Career with the Bloom Clinical Academy
Are you considering a future career in Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Neuropsychology, Counselling Psychology, or a related profession?
The Bloom Clinical Academy Honorary Assistant Psychologist Programme offers an exceptional opportunity to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a highly specialist multidisciplinary neurodevelopmental service.
This Unique Programme Has Been Designed To Provide Aspiring Psychologists With Exposure To Areas Of Practice That Are Often Difficult To Access, Including
- Neurodevelopmental diagnostics
- Autism assessment
- ADHD assessment
- Trauma and attachment-informed practice
- Psychometric assessment
- Multidisciplinary working
- Specialist report writing
- Clinical formulation
- Child and adolescent mental health presentations
Working alongside experienced clinicians, you will gain valuable insight into specialist assessment pathways whilst developing the practical skills and experience required for future postgraduate training applications.
What Makes This Opportunity Unique?
Unlike many honorary roles that are primarily observational, our Assistant Psychologists become valued members of the clinical team and are provided with meaningful opportunities to contribute to service delivery.
You Will Gain Exposure To
Neurodevelopmental Diagnostics
- Autism assessments
- ADHD assessments
- Specialist Trauma and Attachment Assessments under the ASGSF
- Developmental Coordination Disorder (Dyspraxia) assessments
- Multidisciplinary diagnostic meetings
- Clinical formulation and decision-making processes
Trauma and Attachment
You Will Observe And Learn From Clinicians Specialising In
- Developmental trauma
- Attachment difficulties
- Complex presentations
- Trauma-informed assessment and intervention approaches
Specialist Psychometric Assessment
You will support clinicians with the administration, scoring and interpretation processes associated with a range of standardised measures and assessment tools.
Depending On Experience And Competencies, Opportunities May Include Supporting
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- Cognitive assessments
- Behavioural rating scales
- Autism assessment measures
- ADHD assessment measures
- Executive functioning assessments
- Emotional wellbeing measures
Clinical Experience Within a Specialist MDT
A key feature of the programme is direct exposure to multidisciplinary working.
You Will Work Alongside
- Clinical Psychologists
- Occupational Therapists
- Art Therapist
- Neurodevelopmental Practitioners
- Specialist Assessors
- Senior Clinical Leaders
- Consultant Paediatrician/Psychiatrist
This provides a unique opportunity to understand how different professional perspectives contribute to high-quality neurodevelopmental assessment and intervention.
Dedicated Supervision and Professional Development
All Honorary Assistant Psychologists/Clinical Assistants Will Receive
Monthly Clinical Supervision
Regular supervision will be provided by a Specialist Clinical Psychologist, offering opportunities to:
- Reflect on clinical experiences
- Develop formulation skills
- Explore professional development goals
- Discuss applications for postgraduate training
- Build confidence in psychological thinking and practice
Additional Learning Opportunities
You Will Also Have Access To
- MDT case discussions
- Specialist teaching sessions
- Clinical observations
- Professional development workshops
Exposure to nationally recognised training events delivered by Bloom Clinical
Responsibilities
Depending on experience and service needs, duties may include:
- Supporting clinicians during assessment pathways
- Assisting with psychometric administration and scoring
- Data collection and outcome monitoring
- Supporting report preparation
- Literature reviews and evidence gathering
- Clinical administration tasks
- Developing clinical resources
- Supporting service development projects
- Assisting with audit and research activities
Location and Working Pattern
This is a flexible hybrid opportunity.
Successful candidates will be expected to attend face-to-face clinical sessions across:
Milton Keynes
Our flagship assessment and therapy centre situated within a stunning 100-acre countryside setting featuring:
- Specialist assessment suites
- State-of-the-art sensory integration facilities
- Creative arts studios
- Dedicated training facilities
St Albans
Supporting our growing specialist clinic and multidisciplinary assessment service.
Home-Based Working
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Opportunities For Remote Working May Include
- Administrative tasks
- Research projects
- Data analysis
- Resource development
- Report support activities
Part-time and flexible arrangements will be considered to accommodate study and other commitments.
Who We Are Looking For
Essential
- Psychology graduate (minimum 2:1 preferred)
- Strong interest in neurodevelopmental conditions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work professionally within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to learning and professional development
Highly Desirable
- Previous Assistant Psychologist experience
- Experience working with children and young people
- Experience supporting neurodivergent individuals
- Knowledge of autism and ADHD assessment pathways
- Understanding of trauma-informed approaches
- Research experience
- Experience administering psychometric assessments
- Experience in education, CAMHS, community, or healthcare settings
Why Join the Bloom Clinical Academy?
The Bloom Clinical Academy was created to nurture the next generation of specialist clinicians.
This programme offers a rare opportunity to gain experience across neurodevelopmental diagnostics, trauma-informed practice, psychometrics, and multidisciplinary assessment within a supportive and highly specialist environment.
Many aspiring psychologists struggle to gain meaningful clinical experience prior to applying for postgraduate training. Our Academy has been specifically designed to bridge that gap by providing rich, supervised exposure to specialist clinical work.
Bloom Clinical Academy
Building the Future Workforce of Specialist Neurodevelopmental Services
Train. Develop. Specialise. Thrive.
Whether your ambition is Clinical Psychology, Educational Psychology, Occupational Therapy, Art Therapy, or another helping profession, the Honorary Assistant Psychologist/Clinical Assistant Programme offers an outstanding foundation for your future career.
To apply: Please email your CV and Covering Letter to info@bloomclinical.uk
We are expecting a high level of interest in this opportunity. As a result, we are unfortunately unable to provide individual feedback to unsuccessful applicants. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Early application is strongly encouraged.
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