Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist - Ilford


Company:	bMindful Psychology
Salary:	from £45,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London
Working pattern:	Field-based
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	20 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Nov 2026

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Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist psychological assessments using a range of tools (tests, rating scales, observations, and multi-agency information)

• Formulate and implement tailored therapeutic intervention plans

• Deliver one-to-one therapy sessions and provide ongoing reviews with parents/carers

• Consult with educators, parents, and care providers to support holistic therapeutic care

• Exercise professional judgment in assessment, formulation, intervention, and discharge planning

• Advise colleagues on psychological aspects of risk assessment and management

• Monitor and evaluate the progress of interventions

• Maintain accurate, confidential client records in line with professional and legal standards

• Contribute to service development, team meetings, and supervision sessions

A full Job Description is available on request.

Qualifications and Skills

• Recognised qualification in psychotherapy or related discipline

• Registration with a professional body (HCPC, BACP, BABCP, UKCP, ACP)

• Experience working with children and young people, ideally within the Child Looked After sector

• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic approaches

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build rapport with children, families, and professionals

• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

What We Offer

At bMindful Psychology, you’ll join a purpose-driven, supportive team where your work makes a genuine difference.

We offer:

• Competitive salary

• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays

• Optimise Health Plan

• Company pension

• Onsite parking

• Employee assistance programme and wellbeing initiatives

• Employee referral scheme

• Paid travel expenses

• Indemnity Insurance reimbursement (Pro Rata)

• Blue Light Discount eligibility

Essential requirements

• Recognised qualification in psychotherapy or related discipline • Registration with a professional body (HCPC, BACP, BABCP, UKCP, ACP) • Experience working with children and young people, ideally within the Child Looked After sector

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