Trainee Forensic Psychologist

Job description

Package Description

Trainee Forensic Psychologist
Salary: £30,000 PA
Car Allowance: £3,600 PA
Location: Shrewsbury (or areas nearby), to cover services including North Wales and the borders
Service: Activity and Intervention Services
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role
We've launched a new clinical provision within our Activity and Intervention (A&I) services: specialist 90-day programmes combining outdoor adventure, education, and targeted therapeutic support to help young people build confidence and prepare for community living.

We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Trainee Forensic Psychologist to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your clinical skills while delivering evidence-based psychological support within residential children's homes. You will play a key role in supporting children and young people with complex needs, helping to improve outcomes through therapeutic practice and informed intervention.

Key Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a qualified Psychologist:

• Support development and implementation of the Keys therapeutic care model
• Collaborate with operational and clinical colleagues to embed high-quality, trauma-informed practice
• Contribute to assessment and formulation of children and young people's needs
• Provide psychological guidance for risk assessment and management
• Deliver training and guidance to residential staff to strengthen practice and understanding
• Promote wellbeing, learning, and inclusion of children and young people
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to reports in line with professional standards
• Conduct psychological research relevant to children and young people with complex needs

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Undergraduate Psychology degree (or equivalent) with GBC
• Completion of academic training towards registered status (e.g. accredited MSc or BPS Forensic Psychology Stage 1)
• Experience working psychologically with vulnerable children or in residential care settings
• Experience of multidisciplinary team (MDT) working
• Strong interest in forensic psychology and supporting children with complex needs
• Full clean driving licence and access to a car
• Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• Willingness to travel regularly to allocated residential homes

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care and therapeutic approaches
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Passion and commitment towards Keys EPIC values
• Commitment to building strong relationships with the team around the child

What Keys can offer

• Structured training and development opportunities within forensic psychology
• Regular clinical supervision and support
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a specialist setting
• Hybrid working model for improved work-life balance
• Competitive salary with car allowance

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Shrewsbury

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Salary indication

£30,000 Per Year

Published at

22-07-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No