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Psychology Assistant • Falkland
Outcomes First Group
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1. Can you tell us about your background in psychology and why you are interested in this Assistant Psychologist role? Can you tell us about your background in psychology and why you are interested in this Assistant Psychologist role?
2. What do you know about Outcomes First Group and our commitment to special needs education? What do you know about Outcomes First Group and our commitment to special needs education?
3. How do you prioritise work-life balance, and how do you think it contributes to your effectiveness as a psychologist? How do you prioritise work-life balance, and how do you think it contributes to your effectiveness as a psychologist?
4. Can you discuss your relevant experience working with children and young people? What were some challenges you faced and how did you overcome them? Can you discuss your relevant experience working with children and young people? What were some challenges you faced and how did you overcome them?
5. Describe a time when you utilised different research methods in your previous work or study. What was the outcome? Describe a time when you utilised different research methods in your previous work or study. What was the outcome?
6. What experience do you have with quantitative and qualitative data collection? Can you provide specific examples? What experience do you have with quantitative and qualitative data collection? Can you provide specific examples?
7. Tell us about a project you've worked on as part of a multi-disciplinary team. What role did you play and what did you learn from that experience? Tell us about a project you've worked on as part of a multi-disciplinary team. What role did you play and what did you learn from that experience?
8. Given that this role involves working with vulnerable children, how do you ensure their safety and well-being in your work? Given that this role involves working with vulnerable children, how do you ensure their safety and well-being in your work?
9. How do you engage children and young people in the therapeutic process, especially when they may be reluctant or scared? How do you engage children and young people in the therapeutic process, especially when they may be reluctant or scared?
10. In your opinion, what makes a nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people? How would you contribute to that in this role? In your opinion, what makes a nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people? How would you contribute to that in this role?
11. What methodologies do you find most effective for evaluation in psychological work with children? Why? What methodologies do you find most effective for evaluation in psychological work with children? Why?
12. Can you provide an example of a report you’ve written based on research findings? What was the focus and how was it received? Can you provide an example of a report you’ve written based on research findings? What was the focus and how was it received?
13. How do you view your role in supporting other health professionals in a multi-disciplinary team? How do you view your role in supporting other health professionals in a multi-disciplinary team?
14. What ongoing professional development do you pursue and how do you keep up with advances in psychology? What ongoing professional development do you pursue and how do you keep up with advances in psychology?
15. Outcomes First Group emphasises a culture of respect and inclusivity. How do you demonstrate these values in your work? Outcomes First Group emphasises a culture of respect and inclusivity. How do you demonstrate these values in your work?
16. What does “safeguarding” mean to you, and how do you ensure that you adhere to safeguarding principles in your practice? What does “safeguarding” mean to you, and how do you ensure that you adhere to safeguarding principles in your practice?
17. What are your thoughts on conducting group work with children in a school setting? What strategies would you use to make this effective? What are your thoughts on conducting group work with children in a school setting? What strategies would you use to make this effective?
18. How do you handle feedback or criticism from supervisors, particularly in the context of sensitive work involving children? How do you handle feedback or criticism from supervisors, particularly in the context of sensitive work involving children?
19. Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach to meet the needs of a child or young person. What considerations did you take into account? Describe a situation where you had to adapt your approach to meet the needs of a child or young person. What considerations did you take into account?
20. What do you hope to achieve in your first year as an Assistant Psychologist at Falkland House School? What do you hope to achieve in your first year as an Assistant Psychologist at Falkland House School?
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{"interviewQueryText":"What are some good interview questions in British English for the job description below?\n\n-------------------------------------------\n\nPsychology Assistant with Outcomes First Group in Falkland, Scotland, United Kingdom\n\nFull Job Description Does working 4 days a week but with FULL pay sound like a dream?!* It doesn't have to be! Have a better work/life balance and come and work for Outcomes First Group! Job Title: Assistant Psychologist Location: Falkland House School, Fife Salary: £22,425 - £25,500 (DOE) Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon - Fri, 08.30am - 4.30pm Contract: Permanent, Term-Time (41 weeks) About the role We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our clinical team. This exciting role will involve working under the supervision of a psychologist to carry out tasks that will involve group work, 1:1 work, research, audit and evaluation.Our well-established teams within OFG, maintain a nurturing and supportive environment where the pupils in our care can flourish, always putting them at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and our pupils are heard, respected and involved in decisions that affect them wherever possible.When it comes to looking after the people in our care we strive for excellence. With this in mind, we are looking for an Assistant Psychologist who shares our vision; to build incredible futures by empowering people in the UK to be happy and to make their way in the world. Location: - Falkland House School, Fife Falkland House School About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of special needs education. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate for.We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the fifth year running.Our divisional brands include Acorn Education and Options Autism.For more information on the group please visit: https://www.outcomesfirstgroup.co.uk/ Essential Criteria: Psychology degree (2:1 or above) Relevant experience of working with children and young people First-hand experience of a range of research methods First-hand experience of quantitative and qualitative research, including different methods of data collection, research designs, analysis and final report writing Experience of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Experience of teaching and/or supporting of other health professionals Experience or knowledge of relevant client group (service specific) What’s in it for you? We offer a friendly and inclusive working environment where our people are heard, respected and hugely valued. We want our employees to come to work with energy, determination and most importantly we want them to be happy in their work. We are well aware that it is our highly skilled teams that make Outcomes First Group the success it is, and we want this to continue. This is why we provide a range of benefits designed to support you, not just in your work life but also on a personal level too. We want you to be the best you can be and offer genuine opportunities for career development and progression. An extra day’s holiday for a special day of your choice (birthday, child’s first day at school etc.) Professional support network Contributory Pension Employee Rewards Hub – access to discounts, offers and cashback with 100s of retailers Career pathways and a dedicated learning and development team The Hub – employee discounts, recognition cards, well-being centre Cycle to Work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Salary Finance We offer a flexible benefits scheme which allows you to adjust your benefits to suit your circumstances. Work 4 days, be paid for 5 *T&C's apply - following successful completion of the probation period For further information on this role please refer the Job Description and Person Specification attached. To discuss this role in more detail, please contact: recruitment@ofgl.co.uk At Outcomes First Group we are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS Vacancy ID: 254703 #1 "}