Child Psychoanalytical Psychotherapist

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Join our growing Therapies and Network Department at Amicus, a children’s Therapeutic Community dedicated to helping vulnerable and traumatised children recover and thrive. We are seeking a passionate professional to provide psychoanalytical psychotherapy, working collaboratively with our supportive, reflective Therapies and Network Team.

Hours : 20 per-week worked over 2.5 days : Monday 12pm to 4.30pm; Wednesday 8.30am to 4.30pm and Thursday 8.30am to 4.30pm.

Location: Fontwell, West Sussex

About Amicus:

Members of the Royal College of Psychiatrists, we provide therapeutic care and education to children aged 4–16 (maximum age 11 on admission).

Grounded in psychoanalytic and group relations theory, our model ensures therapeutic care permeates all aspects of our school and children’s homes.

Role Highlights:

Deliver therapy sessions for residential and day-placement children.

Provide reflective practice, clinical supervision, and consultation to staff, carers, and professionals.

Contribute to research, audits, and outcomes measurement within our Therapeutic Community.

Collaborate with internal and external professionals to support children’s recovery from trauma.

What We Offer:

· Supportive management and team culture.

· High levels of clinical supervision and reflective spaces.

· Comprehensive professional development, including psychoanalytic practice.

· 30 days annual leave (pro rata), company pension, life insurance, and Blue Light Card eligibility.

· Free meals on working days and free parking.

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• Sick pay

Requirements:

• Professional registration with ACP, UKCP, BPC, BAPT or PTUK
• Own transport or non-reliance on public transport is essential.
• Commitment to safeguarding and willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.

Interviews: week beginning 26th October

For more information or an application pack, contact Poppy or Kayleigh (HR Department) at recruitment@theamicuscommunity.com or call 01243 544107.

Make a real difference join Amicus today!