Outcomes First Group
Lead Clinician
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Lead Clinician – Armley Grange School (Specialist Day School for Autism & Neurodivergence)
Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your clinical career—all while working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting?
Do you enjoy participating in research projects, special interest groups, and contributing to a wider clinical network that offers regular training and development opportunities?
Would you thrive in a role where you help foster independence through creative assessments and interventions within an education setting?
At Outcomes First Group (OFG), we’ve been recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for six consecutive years, and we value the work-life balance that lets you enjoy life outside of work.
Job Title & Details
📍 Location: Armley Grange School, Leeds (LS12 3QH) 💰 Salary: £50,000–£60,000 (DOE) ⏰ Hours: 37.5 hours per week (8:00am–4:00pm, Monday–Friday) 📅 Contract: Permanent (52 weeks), or flexible term-time options available 🚗 Essential: Full valid UK driving licence + access to your own vehicle
About Outcomes First Group
Outcomes First Group (OFG) is a leading educational provider dedicated to delivering exceptional, research-led, personalised education for children and young people with autism, neurodevelopmental disorders, SEMH, and complex needs.
- Smaller class sizes + tailored learning plans ensure individual success
- 97% of pupils progress to further education, employment, or training
- Trustee-led, not-for-profit organisational model ensures investment in pupil outcomes
- A specialist provider across the UK, operating under brands like Options Autism
Visit www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/our-services to explore our services.
About Armley Grange School
Armley Grange is an independent specialist day school supporting 5–19-year-olds with:
- Autistic Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
- Neurodivergence
- Developmental trauma
- Social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH)
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View further details: Armley Grange School - Options Autism
The Role: Lead Clinician
Key Responsibilities
Your role is a strategic blend of clinical leadership and direct practice:
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Leadership:
- Manage the in-house Clinical Team at Armley Grange
- Collaborate with School SLT and Regional Clinical Lead
- Set and oversee clinical service development
- Coordinate therapy caseloads while ensuring alignment with school needs
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Clinical Practice:
- Design and implement bespoke intervention plans for students with complex needs (including autism, SEMH, developmental trauma)
- Prioritise the delivery of targeted EHCP outcomes using OFG’s ‘all’, ‘group’, and ‘individual’ clinical frameworks
- Foster independence through creative, client-centred therapies
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Team Management:
- Provide supervision to the onsite clinical team
- Support professional growth through regular reflection and training
- Maintain safeguarding excellence and person-centred practice
Why it’s important: Our mission is to ensure every student flourishes in a safe, empowering environment where the pupil’s voice is central.
Essential Criteria 📋
- Qualification: Allied Health Professional in Speech and Language Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, or Psychotherapy
- Registration: HCPC-registered or another approved governing body professional registration
- Experience:
- Relevant experience working with autistic individuals and complex neurodivergent/client groups (SEMH, trauma, etc.)
- Proficiency in clear and concise medical/clinical report writing
- Supervision and team management experience (ideally in a multidisciplinary clinical setting)
- Independent yet collaborative working style—sharp with patience and adaptability
- Location & Access: Full UK driving licence + personal vehicle (travel is part of the role)
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Why Work for Outcomes First Group?
A Culture of Belonging & Growth
- Join over 350 clinical professionals in a supportive UK-wide network with regular opportunities for peer learning, reflection, and practice development
- Collect degrees of responsibility, from team leadership to clinical innovation
- Use your creativity to transform lives through tailored support
Flexible & Business-Focused Benefits
💙 Personal Wellbeing:
- £ Life Assurance
- Pension with boosted contribution flexibility
- “Your Wellbeing Matters” offer (mental health support, physical health checks, therapy access, tree-planting stipends)
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly:
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, and surrogacy support
- Paid fertility treatment benefits
📱 Practical Perks:
- Discounts on UK and international offers (vouchers & savings schemes)
- Electric vehicle and Cycle-to-Work Schemes
- Critical Illness Cover
🔍 Confidence in Safeguarding:
- Full enhanced DBS check (as part of the process)
- Social media checks before a formal offer
⚠️ Note: Applications are processed fairly—due to legal safeguarding procedures, timelines may vary.
Next Steps
For the full Job Description and Person Specification, refer to the references attached with the position.
DSRD_Application deadline: Apply early! Please submit your application fast—we reserve the right to close vacancies early.
Job Reference: 314380
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