# Band 8a/b Permanent Practitioner Psychologist at Pulse

> Remote · region unclear · Unspecified · Other · open. Source: https://alderhq.app/jobs/greenhouse%3Apulse%3A7534391003 (read 2026-11-04).

## Facts (observed)

- Company: [Pulse](https://alderhq.app/companies/pulse)
- Location text: Wakefield; Turnford Office
- Where it can be done from (inferred): Remote · region unclear (evidence: "Location: Wakefield; Turnford Office")
- Posted: 2025-11-20 (349 days ago)
- First seen by alder: 2026-11-03 · last verified: 2026-11-04
- Reposted: 0 times · edited: 0 times
- Apply on the employer's site: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/pulse/jobs/7534391003

## Pay and sponsorship

- Posted pay: £65k per year (from the description)

## Description (the employer's text)

### Job Title

Practitioner Psychologist

### Banding

Equivalent to NHS Band 8a/b

### Location

Wakefield – within a specialist education and care setting supporting children and young people

### Working Hours

Full-time (37.5 hours per week), part-time considered

Typical hours: 8:00–16:00 or 8:30–16:30 (may vary)

### Salary

Up to £65,000 pro rata

### Join Us as a Psychologist – Make a Real Difference

Are you a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where your expertise truly matters? This is an opportunity to work in a specialist setting supporting children and young people with complex needs.

### Why this role stands out

- Competitive salary up to £65k
- £2,000 annual training allowance
- After 6 months, enjoy a 4-day working week
- Term-time plus 2 weeks (46.6 weeks per year)
- Leadership opportunities for 2 days per week when the Lead is at other sites
### Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

- Deliver psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions tailored to individual needs
- Work collaboratively with education and care teams to embed trauma-informed and neurodiversity-aware practices
- Provide consultation, reflective practice, and training to staff
- Advocate for the voice and wellbeing of the children and young people you support
- Contribute to service development and evidence-based practice
### Benefits

- Up to £65,000 pro rata
- £2,000 annual CPD/training allowance
- Flexible working options (part-time considered)
- 4-day working week after 6 months
- Term-time plus 2 weeks
- Supportive multidisciplinary team environment
### Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Experience working with children and young people with neurodiverse or SEMH needs
- Ability to travel – full UK driving licence required
Desirable:

- Experience in education or care settings
- Skills in consultation and service development
If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and commitment.

### How to Apply

Apply via the Pulse website. Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps.

### Why Work with Pulse

- Dedicated consultant support
- Access to a wide range of roles across the UK
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Commitment to your professional development
### Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to supporting applicants with disabilities or additional needs. Please let us know if you require adjustments during the recruitment process.

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