Active Care Group

Assistant Psychologist

The closing date is 23 September 2025

Job summary

Come and join one of the UK's largest providers of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people - no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Are you a psychology graduate looking to gain hands-on clinical experience in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment? We have an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Woodlands Neurological rehabilitation centre in York.

Working under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist, you will support the delivery of psychological services to individuals with acquired neurological conditions and their families. This is an excellent role for someone looking to develop their career in clinical neuropsychology or related fields.

About Active Neuro

Woodlands is part of Active Neuro, the recently launched specialist division of Active Care Group. Active Neuro is redefining specialist care for individuals with acquired and traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, and complex neurological conditions.

With significant investment across our services, we are combining clinical excellence, cutting-edge rehabilitation technology, and a 24/7 therapeutic model to create the most advanced neurorehabilitation pathway in the UK.

Join us in our vision to provide expert, compassionate care to those with the most complex needs. Apply today and be part of a service where your contribution matters.

Please note - this advert will close once we have received a sufficient number of applications.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

Details

Date posted

27 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,305 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009225

Job locations

York - Woodlands

York

Yorkshire

YO10 3HU


Job description

Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

We're happy to accept applications for full and part-time hours. Please state your preference on your application.

What you'll be doing:

  • Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights
  • Deliver clinical interventions under direct supervision
  • Work with colleagues to assess patients and review their care in preparation for MDT meetings
  • Assist in the formulation of care plans requiring psychological treatment, under the direct supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist
  • Ensure all clinical documentation is of a high standard and patient notes are maintained and filed in the appropriate way
  • Assist in the design and implementation of service evaluation and research projects for specialist services
  • Provide a high level of communication with internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintain and contribute to the standards of professional care, ethics, policies, and procedures

What to look forward to:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
  • Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
  • A Nest Personal Pension account
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
  • We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
  • Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
  • ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Job description

Job responsibilities

What you'll be working:

We're happy to accept applications for full and part-time hours. Please state your preference on your application.

What you'll be doing:

  • Keep people safe from any harm and protect their human rights
  • Deliver clinical interventions under direct supervision
  • Work with colleagues to assess patients and review their care in preparation for MDT meetings
  • Assist in the formulation of care plans requiring psychological treatment, under the direct supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist
  • Ensure all clinical documentation is of a high standard and patient notes are maintained and filed in the appropriate way
  • Assist in the design and implementation of service evaluation and research projects for specialist services
  • Provide a high level of communication with internal and external stakeholders
  • Maintain and contribute to the standards of professional care, ethics, policies, and procedures

What to look forward to:

  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
  • Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
  • A Nest Personal Pension account
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials – like going to the dentist or opticians
  • We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
  • Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1500 by recommending someone you know
  • ……and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) eligible for graduate membership of the BPS.

Experience

Essential

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Experience working as an Assistant Psychologist in adult services.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Organised, motivated, and able to work independently under supervision.
  • A genuine interest in clinical neuropsychology and rehabilitation.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • A degree in Psychology (2:1 or above) eligible for graduate membership of the BPS.

Experience

Essential

  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
  • Experience working as an Assistant Psychologist in adult services.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Organised, motivated, and able to work independently under supervision.
  • A genuine interest in clinical neuropsychology and rehabilitation.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

York - Woodlands

York

Yorkshire

YO10 3HU


Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

York - Woodlands

York

Yorkshire

YO10 3HU


Employer's website

https://activecaregroup.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner - AHP

Kerry Childs

kerry.childs@activecaregroup.co.uk

Details

Date posted

27 August 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,305 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

009225

Job locations

York - Woodlands

York

Yorkshire

YO10 3HU


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