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- 8618 - Trainee Occupational Psychologist
Job description
Overview of the job
The post holder will work as part of the National Assessment Team in order to:
Provide psychological support to ensure that assessment services adhere to professional psychological guidelines, testing best practice and the highest ethical standards contributing towards an integrated model for organisational development.
To assist with the design, implementation, quality assurance, evaluation and statistical analysis of operational assessments for recruitment and promotion to operational, non-operational and specialist roles across NOMS and where resources permit the MoJ.
To maintain accurate, secure and confidential results databases.
To support the data/statistical analysis of all assessment results and the production of technical assessment and comprehensive candidate feedback reports.
To support the design, implementation and delivery of best practice policy for supporting and making reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities through assessments.
To carry out relevant research activities as directed to ensure that the design of all selection processes are in line with ‘best practice’ and remain at the leading edge of assessment and selection. - Dorothy Perkins Workwear
What to wear to work - European Federation of Psychologists Association
EFPA is the leading Federation of National Psychologists Associations. It provides a forum for European cooperation in a wide range of fields of academic training, psychology practice and research. - European Federation of Psychologists Association
EFPA is the leading Federation of National Psychologists Associations. It provides a forum for European cooperation in a wide range of fields of academic training, psychology practice and research. - Graduate Occupational Psychologists 10x Psychometrics - Guildford
Founded by Professor Peter Saville, 10x Psychometrics is a highly innovative, dynamic company located at the Surrey University Research Park, Guildford, Surrey (UK).
The Role
We are looking for a highly numerate occupational psychology graduate with a keen interest in psychology and psychometrics in the workplace. An understanding of selection development, test design and health and wellbeing at work is essential as is good knowledge of SPSS. As a member of the 10x research and development team, the successful candidate will be working to improve the structure, performance and well-being of businesses, teams and individuals. Along with the ability to travel, being comfortable working in a collaborative environment where ideas are shared and challenged is essential for this role.
Desired Qualifications
An undergraduate-level degree in Psychology
A Master's-level degree in Occupational Psychology
We treat people fairly before, during and after the recruitment process and understand the benefits a mixed staff population brings. We are an equal opportunities employer and strive to create an inclusive work environment; if you require any workplace adjustments during the selection procedure, please inform us so we may accommodate your needs as an individual.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £25,000.00 to £30,000.00 /year
Required education:
Bachelor's - Graduate Occupational Psychologists 10x Psychometrics - Guildford
PCL is a firm of leading business psychologists specialising in effective HR assessment solutions. We work with clients globally to enhance their employee recruitment, development and engagement decisions, as well as to harness the power of their leaders. With over 20 years’ experience, we are committed to providing solutions that are underpinned by cutting-edge research. Our reputation is built on delivering world-class innovations that have helped to significantly increase organisational effectiveness.
We have a great opportunity for a Graduate Occupational Psychologist who is interested in assessment. PCL is committed to high quality assessment solutions for its clients, both bespoke and off the shelf. This position provides an excellent starting point for a career in assessment encompassing both the application of psychometric assessments and delivery of client solutions. - https://www.southampton.ac.uk/psychleavers/careers/psychology_careers/occupational_psychology.page
Find out more about becoming an Occupational Psychologist!
As an Occupational Psychologist you would be applying psychological knowledge to help improve the effectiveness of organisations and ensure that employees are working to the best of their abilities and are satisfied with their job.
As an Occupational Psychologist your job would entail:
Working in a consultancy role or in-house as an employee of the company to ensure organisational development by working with the managers and collaborating with all members of the work force.
Assessment and training
Health and Safety
Research - Occupational Psychologist Defence People Research and Evidence Ministry of Defence Closing date: 8 Mar 2018
Job description
A Starting salary above the minimum for the grade may be available to the successful candidate depending on their specialist skills and sector knowledge; however this will not be available to existing civil servants. - Occupational Psychology Career Journey (BPS)
From the British Psychological Society - Psychological Testing Centre (BPS)
The British Psychological Society’s Psychological Testing Centre (PTC) provides information and services relating to standards in tests and testing for test takers, test users, test developers and members of the public. - The Association of Business Psychologists
Business Psychology website - The British Psychological Society
The BPS Website - The Chartered Institute of Personnel Development
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