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Job Description Posted Tuesday 23 December 2025 at 01:00Clinical Psychologist Part Time Location: LiverpoolHours: 18 hours per weekBrainkind is a charity that aims to improve the lives of peoplewith brain injuries in the UK.Our assessment centres, rehabilitation units and hospitals use expert neurorehabilitation to support people to regain the skills they have lost. We treat people with a range of brain injuries - sustained through trauma, illness, substance abuse and more - to recover and meet their personal goals.Our employees are incredibly passionate about the jobs they do - you will find a strong team spirit across our services and amazing colleagues who always pull together and look out for each other.MAIN PURPOSE:To work as part of a multi/inter disciplinary team, providing clinical psychology and neuropsychology input within the Brainkind neurobehavioral model to service users with acquired brain injury. You will consult with internal and external professionals, family members and service users. You will engage in relevant research and advise other professionals as appropriate.MAIN TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Clinical / Professional Practice<ul><li>To provide specialist psychological/neuropsychological assessment of adults with acquired brain injury referred to BIRT and related services, utilising and interpreting information from a variety of sources including psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with service users, family members and others involved in the service user's care.</li><li>To coordinate Service User's care as appropriate and agreed with your supervisor, in the role of keyworker/clinical lead.</li><li>To formulate and implement plans of specialist psychological and/ or neuropsychological intervention to support the neurorehabilitation of adults with acquired brain injury as part of the multi/inter disciplinary team, based on current evidence-based best practice.</li><li>To elicit personal goals from service users and translate this to specific, measurable, achievable, relevant timed SMART goals with the team.</li><li>To undertake a range of psychological therapeutic and rehabilitation interventions, drawing on a range of psychological models and employing a range of modalities (individual, family, and group) adapted and tailored to the needs of the individual and the context and ongoing evaluation of the outcomes of the intervention.</li><li>To contribute specialist psychological advice to the multi/inter disciplinary formulation, appropriate therapeutic approaches, or intervention plans, and be involved in, or oversee specialist psychological aspects of their implementation in collaborations with other staff.</li><li>To undertake psychologically based risk assessment and risk management for relevant service users and provide advice on the psychological aspects of risk to the multi/inter disciplinary team.</li><li>To be responsible for maintaining a high standard of clinical record keeping in accordance with Brainkind, professional and national standards for Health Care records.</li><li>To be responsible for relevant data collection on work activities, as required,</li><li>To communicate through a variety of methods (written, virtual, verbal) to a high standard, in a timely and appropriate manner, in line with confidentiality policies to ensure delivery of a high-quality service.</li><li>To consult with and provide specialist psychological guidance to carers and families of service users.</li><li>To exercise autonomous professional judgement and responsibility for the psychological management of service users on own caseload seeking appropriate supervision as required.</li><li>To participate in regular on call support for the unit on a rota basis.</li><li>To demonstrate a duty of care to equipment and resources supplied by Brainkind.</li><li>To remain informed of current research and evaluations to support evidence-based practice in own professional work and to contribute this perspective in the multi-disciplinary team.</li><li>To contribute to project management and complex audits, assisting colleagues to develop service provision.</li><li>To coordinate administration of agreed outcome measures.</li><li>With approval via the relevant process initiate and conduct psychologically based research relevant to the care of adults with acquired brain injury, as agreed with the Consultant Neuropsychologist,</li><li>You will keep abreast of developments in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology particularly in the field of neurorehabilitation.</li></ul>.ABOUT YOU:<ul><li>Degree in Psychology, accepted by BPS for Graduate Basis Registration (GBR) or equivalent.</li><li>Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (BPS accredited) or its equivalent to meet requirements to register as a practitioner psychologist with the HCPC.</li><li>Registered with the HCPC</li><li>Knowledge of relevant legislation in relation to the service user group.</li><li>Relevant experience in producing clinical reports.</li><li>An understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity &amp; Inclusion, and an alignment to Brainkind values.</li><li>Ability to communicate at all levels, both oral and written to a range of audiences.</li><li>Ability to research, analyse and manage complex multi-factorial clinical information from a range of sources.</li><li>Resilient with the ability to work with unpredictable service users i.e. demanding, verbally and physically aggressive.</li><li>Ability to effectively work as part of a Inter / Multidisciplinary Team.</li></ul>RewardsYou can look forward to excellent benefits, including handy discounts on many brands and services.<ul><li>A competitive salary of £28,136 per annum (Actual Salary)</li><li>38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) (pro rata)</li><li>Buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave.</li><li>Health Cash Plan</li><li>Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)</li><li>Excellent training and support</li><li>Group life assurance.</li><li>Free parking</li><li>Company Pension</li><li>Long Service and Staff Awards</li></ul>We also put a big focus on employee wellbeing and support. It matters to us that you feel at your best. Career development is a priority. We will ensure you get all the training and learning opportunities you need to achieve your goals.To join our friendly team,click the Apply Now button. Please note we will be shortlisting and interviewing candidates on a rolling basis until the role is filled therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible. All successful candidates are subject to compliance checks including 3 years of checkable references and DBS/PVG checks Brainkind are a Disability Confident Employer. As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy. Brainkind is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive organisation. It is a place where we recognise, celebrate, and live our values which includes offering a range of inclusive employment policies and staff engagement forums to support employees from all backgrounds.

Clinical Psychologist - Liverpool

Those Huge Small Victories Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. Get out what you put in This role is based at Felden Hall School. Opening in Spring 2026, Felden Hall School is an independent, specialist day school providing high quality education for boys and girls. Based in Hemel Hempstead, the school meets the needs of pupils with special educational needs including ADHD, autism, speech, language &amp; communication difficulties and social &amp; emotional difficulties. The initial age range will be 5-16 years. Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children's homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs. As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people. Our Senior Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children's homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children. What we do for you We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people - plus you'll get: Training: A full induction and on the job training Holiday: You'll work hard at WG, so you'll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays Clinical Development: If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development Flexible benefits: meaning you can increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance - check out our benefits here Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Bring your whole self to work Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs - and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we're looking for will: Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people Be a member of a multi-disciplinary team, receiving regular supervision and supported in your CPD Have lengthy sector experience and a background in team supervision are all vital Be a car driver, as there's some travel involved This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You'll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way. Interested in joining us? Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD

Senior Psychologist

Search here to find a new job, a new career, an opportunity to up skill or to simply change your career direction. Become part of our team. We care for you as much as you care for others. There's a place for you at CNWL. We're passionate about delivering first class patient centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, a community clinic or the patient's own home. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Providing top quality care depends on our ability to employ the best people. We're always looking to recruit outstanding people who will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we're hoping to find our future leaders and we'll support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career. With a diverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more - whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL. Job Overview Job reference: 333-D-HJ-1918-A Band: NHS AfC Band 7 Site: HMP Downview, Sutton, Surrey Salary: £38,682 - £54,710 per annum (incl. HCAS) Contract: Permanent Hours: Full time - 37.5 hours per week Closing date: 06 January 2026 Main duties of the job <ul> <li>Deliver Modified Forensic Dialectic Behavioural Therapy to women screened into the OPD pathway, including individual and group based treatment. Attend weekly DBT consultation meetings and adhere to DBT principles.</li> <li>Develop individual formulations and apply theoretical models of the psychology of mental health and personality disorder and offending to observed behaviour, cognitive, emotional and interpersonal patterns for service users who present with complex clinical needs.</li> <li>Undertake delivery of individual and group therapy including outreach support and stabilisation with prisoners at HMP Downview as directed.</li> <li>Provide clinical supervision to the team's psychological therapists, assistant psychologists, trainees and other team members when appropriate.</li> <li>Work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service's policies and procedures.</li> </ul> Working for our organisation Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust is a Top Employer Award Winner. We work in partnership to provide responsive and dependable primary care, mental health, intellectual disability and substance misuse services to diverse and culturally rich communities. By joining CNWL's Health &amp; Justice Directorate you will be joining a large department of psychologists and psychological therapists that provide a variety of mental health and OPD services across prisons, the youth estate, secure hospitals and the community. Our staff are dynamic and welcoming and the networking and CPD opportunities are central to our services ethos. All staff receive regular supervision and are supported with career aspirations and progression. All sites in Surrey offer free use of the onsite leisure facilities and free parking for staff. CNWL NHS Foundation Trust are committed to safeguarding all children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow safe recruitment practices to protect children and vulnerable adults. All employees are employed on a non discriminatory basis in accordance with the Equality Act 2010 and other relevant legislation. We are an equal opportunities employer. Qualifications <ul> <li>Relevant clinical qualification within health or social care professions with accreditation and registration with the relevant clinical body (e.g. HCPC) and eligibility for membership of the SfDBT or equivalent.</li> <li>Accredited membership of the BABCP (via having a recognised qualification in one of the core mental health professions e.g. nursing, psychology, medicine, social work, occupational therapy with additional CBT qualification or evidence of having achieved the Knowledge Skills and Attitudes (KSA) route).</li> <li>Doctoral level training in clinical, forensic or counselling psychology or its equivalent, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS.</li> <li>HCPC Registered as a Practitioner Psychologist.</li> <li>Pre or Post qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.</li> <li>Training or qualification in risk assessment.</li> <li>Completion of accredited DBT Training.</li> </ul> Other <ul> <li>Ability to work in a secure environment, in line with HMPS policy and procedure - to obtain and maintain enhanced security clearance.</li> </ul> Previous Experience <ul> <li>Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment across care settings, including outpatient, secondary care community, primary care and in patient settings.</li> <li>Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups across whole life course presenting problems with high severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse.</li> <li>Experience of working effectively in multidisciplinary settings and representing psychology within multi-disciplinary care.</li> <li>Experience of working with clients from a range of cultural and ethnic groups and within a multicultural framework.</li> <li>Experience of working within the personality disorder pathways.</li> <li>Experience of working within a prison environment and or a forensic environment.</li> <li>Experience of trauma informed care.</li> </ul> Skills, Knowledge, Abilities <ul> <li>Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment intervention and management frequently requiring sustained and intense concentration.</li> <li>Well developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, complex, highly technical and/or clinically sensitive information to clients, their families, carers and other professional colleagues both within and outside the NHS.</li> <li>Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non professional groups.</li> <li>Ability to demonstrate an understanding of the Women's Offender Personality Disorder Pathway and how to identify and support women on the pathway.</li> <li>Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. people with additional disabilities).</li> <li>Can apply psychological knowledge creatively in developing new initiatives.</li> <li>Ability to write reports for varied audiences, including courts and purchasers of services.</li> </ul> Employer certification / accreditation badges You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service. Contact information If this sounds like the job for you and you would like some more information, please contact Sarah Wilkins (w/c 27th October) .

Clinical/Forensic Psychologist/Forensically Modified DBT Psychological Therapist

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist Location : Havering (This service has step free access) Salary: £50,000 (Full time equivalent) Shift Pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00 (May be required to work outside the hours as per service and resident requirements) Closing Date: 11 January 2026 About the Role A stimulating and rewarding opportunity has arisen for a Practitioner Psychologist with a Forensic background. You will work alongside the Group Psychological Lead and other members of the team within our Independent Approved Premises (IAP) to deliver psychological services to residents and staff. In this role, you will apply your skills and knowledge in building new teams and expand our operational delivery within our IAP. You will play a strategic role in our organisational growth with new services, with a focus on shaping service delivery; offering specialist advice, supervising assistant psychologists and postgraduate research. Our IAP's support residents who have left prison and are based within a residential setting to reintegrate into the community. They are given support and guidance to aid their reablement, resettlement and rehabilitation post prison. You will contribute towards them achieving goals necessary for their personal development and move on within the community. Key Responsibilities include: <ul> <li>Providing high quality psychological services, contributing to the delivery of Approved Premises aims as specified by the Ministry of Justice.</li> <li>Ensuring all services are delivered in accordance with HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics.</li> <li>Demonstrating clinical leadership by setting direction for the psychological service and driving high standards for quality, safety and ongoing improvement.</li> <li>Exercising clinical responsibility for residents' psychological care, showing skill and judgement in selecting appropriate assessments and interventions.</li> <li>Consulting with other parties contributing to a resident's diagnosis, formulation, treatment and risk management in the community.</li> <li>Create opportunities to collaborate with peers including AP-based psychologists nationally and OPD pathway psychologists delivering services to APs.</li> <li>Model and facilitate a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and respected.</li> </ul> About You We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Registered Psychologist with a strong clinical and forensic background to join our team. The successful candidate will be HCPC-registered with doctoral-level training and experience working with complex client groups. We're looking for a proactive self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment. You'll be an excellent communicator, able to convey complex and sensitive information with clarity and empathy. A team player at heart, you'll build meaningful relationships, champion diversity and inclusion, and embody our values of compassion, empowerment, and innovation in everything you do. We're looking for: <ul> <li>Doctoral level training accredited by the HCPC in forensic, clinical or counselling psychology</li> <li>Experience working as a registered psychologist in the criminal justice system or forensic mental health setting</li> <li>Experience of the psychological assessment and treatment of clients presenting with a range of enduring mental health conditions, complex psychological difficulties and risks to self and others</li> <li>Experience working in a psychologically informed environment and providing informed consultation to others</li> <li>Ability to teach, train, consult, and deliver clinical supervision</li> <li>Understanding of criminology, psychology, and behavioural patterns, and how they link with different behaviours and engagement</li> <li>Ability to understand and apply safeguarding protocols as they arise</li> <li>Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency</li> </ul> Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria. What we Offer <ul> <li>25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service</li> <li>Employer Pension Contribution</li> <li>Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card</li> <li>Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more</li> <li>Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work</li> <li>Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans</li> <li>Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling</li> <li>Life Assurance Scheme</li> <li>Cycle-to-work scheme</li> <li>Annual Staff Awards</li> <li>EDI Ambassador programme</li> </ul> About Social Interest Group (SIG) SIG is a not for profit organisation providing thousands of people with good quality support and care in residential, drop in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change. We believe good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities. Join us on our mission to empower independence through trauma informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets. Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group. Additional Information Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages. Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below. For Recruitment related enquiries, or if you need support with making your application for example due to learning needs or a disability, please email or call our central office on to request a call back. Please note that this will take you through to our Central Administration team, who will then communicate your enquiry with us and we will arrange to call you back. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions. Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.

Forensic Psychologist

Deliver Exceptional Care with MedGen Are you a compassionate and reliable Registered Mental Health Nurse ready to make a real impact? Join MedGen and help us deliver exceptional care in Glasgow We're seeking skilled Registered Mental Health Nurses to deliver high-quality, person-centred mental health care, working collaboratively with service users, carers, GPs, social work, and third-sector partners. You will play a key role in assessment, care coordination, crisis intervention, and ongoing support for adults with a range of mental health needs. Key Responsibilities <ul> <li>Deliver outstanding nursing care</li> <li>Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team</li> <li>Administer medications and treatments as prescribed</li> <li>Provide support, education, and reassurance to families and carers</li> <li>Monitor and assess patient progress, responding to changes promptly</li> <li>Maintain accurate, up-to-date patient records</li> <li>Supporting in the community</li> <li>Maintaining active engagement</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Minimum 6 months experience</li> <li>Registered with the NMC</li> <li>PMVA trained</li> <li>Based in Scotland</li> <li>A valid driving licence with access to your own car (Preferred)</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills</li> </ul> Why Work with MedGen? We know that, to achieve our vision, it is our people who will make the big difference. In order to attract the strongest talent, we offer a competitive reward and benefits package. <ul> <li>We offer competitive unmatched rates of pay.</li> <li>Our PAYE payment scheme means you'll get paid quicker with no unexpected taxes.</li> <li>Flexible working to suit your lifestyle - Take control of when you want to work.</li> <li>Travel and accommodation reimbursements - Working as a locum healthcare professional provides you with the opportunity to visit places you never thought you could and meet new colleagues who will teach you things you never knew.</li> <li>Referral reward schemes</li> <li>Support when you need it- 24/7 365 days - Call us anytime on .</li> </ul> Our Recruitment Process <ul> <li>Initial Screening: We review your experience and qualifications.</li> <li>Reference Checks: We verify your experience with previous employers.</li> <li>Digital Interview: Conducted by a registered nurse.</li> <li>Verification: Identity and "Right to Work" documents are checked.</li> <li>PVG Check: Ensuring a high standard of care and safety.</li> <li>Health Assessment: Occupational health check and proof of immunisations.</li> <li>Training Verification: Current training in Basic Life Support and Manual Handling required.</li> </ul> Apply Today!

Registered Mental Health Nurse

Overview Currently we have an excellent opportunity for a Practitioner Psychologist to join a specialist Clinical Psychology and Therapy Team (CPAT). This service works indirectly with children and families by embedding psychological thinking into Family Help Teams across West Cornwall. Instead of direct client work, the role focuses on supporting social workers, domestic violence workers, counsellors, and other professionals to apply trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches in their practice.Salary: Band 8a (NHS equivalent) + benefits (can offer as Band 7 Preceptorship) Position: Practitioner Psychologist - Indirect Support to Family Help Teams Hours: Full-time (can consider PT), hybrid model (5 days per week, including 1 day WFH) Setting: Indirect Support - CYP &amp; Families Location: West Cornwall (Penzance &amp; Redruth) + 1 day/week Truro base Your key responsibilities <ul><li>Provide consultation, supervision, and reflective practice to Family Help Teams</li><li>Support professionals with trauma-informed and attachment-based approaches</li><li>Deliver training on psychological models and frameworks</li><li>Influence decision-making with psychological insight and evidence-based practice</li><li>Contribute to workforce development across children's services</li><li>Collaborate with CAMHS, schools, health and voluntary sector partners</li><li>Support service design and development initiatives</li></ul> Qualifications and experience <ul><li>Postgraduate qualification in Applied Psychology (Clinical, Forensic, Counselling)</li><li>HCPC registration (or working towards)</li><li>Experience supporting children, young people, and families indirectly</li><li>Strong knowledge of trauma and attachment theory</li><li>Skills in supervision, training, and multi-disciplinary collaboration</li></ul> What benefits are on offer <ul><li>NHS pension scheme</li><li>Protected CPD time and training budgets</li><li>Weekly CPD, supervision, and reflective practice</li><li>Opportunities for career progression (8a 8b 8c 8d)</li><li>Hybrid working model with flexibility</li><li>Continuation of NHS service benefits</li><li>Supportive and collaborative multi-disciplinary environment</li></ul> What can Athona offer you? <ul><li>Experts in the healthcare sector offering a professional and supportive service</li><li>Nationwide vacancies available in the NHS, Charities, Social Enterprises and private sector</li><li>Provide support from start to finish, including negotiations on terms and onboarding</li><li>Overseas support for candidates not familiar with the UK</li><li>A supportive team who truly care about your career, taking the time to understand your needs and help you achieve your aspirations</li><li>Support beyond placement, making sure you're happy with your new job and it continues to fulfils your career goals.</li></ul>Interested? Simply apply above today to enjoy these excellent career prospects and reap the rewards of making a real difference to others, every day.If you are interested in learning more about this job role or any other opportunities through Athona, get in touch with Lewis on or drop an email to

Practitioner Psychologist

Principal Clinical/Forensic Psychologist with sponsorshipThis position comes with sponsorship if you are in the UK , have the correct experience and looking to switch sponsor. PLEASE do not apply if you are NOT in the UK.<ul><li>Location:Thatcham, Berkshire</li><li>Role Type: Principal Clinical/Forensic Psychologist</li><li>Services Provided: Medium and low secure services, rehabilitation flats, and Psychiatric Intensive Care Units (PICUs).</li></ul>- Main Responsibilities: - Deputise for the Lead Psychologist.- Support service development and provide clinical supervision.- Offer 1:1 and group interventions.- Contribute to multidisciplinary team care planning and research.- Engage in continuous professional development (CPD). Requirements- Doctorate in Psychology (BPS accredited and HCPC approved).- HCPC registration and eligibility for Chartered Membership of the BPS.- Experience with psychological assessments and treatments for complex needs within secure or PICU services. Benefits- Annual Salary: £60,500.- Leave: 33 days (including bank holidays) plus your birthday off.- Other Perks: Free lunch, career development opportunities, pension contributions, life assurance, enhanced maternity package, wellbeing support, and various discounts.Full details of the roles will be made available to shortlisted applicants.

Principal Clinical / Forensic Psychologist - with sponsorship

Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of our client for a Band 5 Registered Mental Health Nurse to work on an agency basis for a NHS Mental Health hospital, based within Bradford, which offers a range of specialist services to support individuals with acute and complex mental health needs. The successful candidate will be able to choose their own shift pattern, enabling a healthy work life balance.SHIFTS: Available Monday to SundaySHIFT PATTERNS: Long Days: Nights: 19.30-08.00 SKILLS REQUIRED: Previous NHS experience essential and at least one year experience working within a similar role.Specialisms: You'll have the opportunity and choice to work across varied and specialist services, including:<ul> <li>Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for adults (18+) detained under the Mental Health Act.</li><li>Acute inpatient support for females aged 18-65 experiencing mental health crisis.</li><li>Dedicated acute inpatient care for males aged 18-65 with mental illness.</li><li>24-hour care supporting individuals with behavioural and psychological symptoms of dementia.</li><li>Low Secure Services for Men</li></ul> The Role:<ul> <li>Provide a high standard of care to individuals (adults) with mental illness.</li><li>Develop therapeutic relationships to optimise patient engagement.</li><li>Contribute to patient assessments, compiling a plan of care alongside the individual, and monitoring patient progress.</li><li>Follow all codes of conduct, standards and legislation, respecting the rights of others and promoting ethical practice.</li></ul> The Person: <ul> <li>NMC-registered Mental Health Nurse (RMN)</li><li>Minimum 12 months post-registration experience within the UK</li><li>Strong clinical knowledge of acute mental health conditions</li><li>Passionate about delivering person-centred care in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Team-focused with excellent communication skills</li></ul> Benefits<ul> <li>Flexible hours and working pattern</li><li>£250 sign-up bonus</li><li>£350 Referral Bonus</li><li>Dedicated and experienced one-to-one consultant support</li><li>Competitive rates of pay for temporary and fixed contract work</li><li>Subsidised training /FREE mandatory training </li></ul> If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and develop your mental health nursing career within a diverse and innovative setting, we'd love to hear from you.Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Apply today - This role is available for an immediate start please forward your CV as soon as possible to apply.

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFEWe have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our Integrated Mental Health team at HMP Preston, a category B Prison located in Lancashire, housing around 750 patients. The site is based just of off the A59 and is accessible via public transport. Within this role you will work collaboratively with the Integrated Mental Health and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service, as well as line managing an Assistant Psychologist and supporting them with the delivery of interventions. HoursMonday to Friday 9am-5pmSalaryThis position is full time, you'll receive an annual salary between £54,908 and £65,268 per annum - depending on experience.How will we support you?• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course• Competency framework• Regional and national career development opportunities• Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs• Clinical supervision and service oversight support from the Cluster Lead Psychologist and support from the wider national Psychological therapies teamCandidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.What you'll be doingAs a Senior Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will: <ul> <li>Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT)</li><li>Undertake psychological assessments</li><li>Support complex multi-disciplinary formulations</li><li>Deliver psychological interventions to cases of complexity</li><li>Deliver and oversee 1:1 and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme</li><li>Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required</li><li>Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate</li></ul> If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.It doesn't stop there we also offer:<ul> <li>Discounts on shopping and leisure activities</li><li>Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development</li><li>24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it</li><li>Free gym on site</li><li>Indemnity insurance costs will be covered</li></ul> What we'll look for in youThe Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We're the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.Practice Plus Group's purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: <ul> <li>we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated</li><li>we act with integrity</li><li>we embrace diversity</li><li>we strive to do things better together</li></ul> We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.Qualifications and skills required: <ul> <li>Registered with professional body or regulatory body as appropriate to psychological therapy discipline i.e., HCPC/BPS</li><li>Qualified Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist</li><li>Experience working with psychological trauma</li></ul> Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Step Into Your Future Career - Aspiring Assistant Clinical Psychologist Role - Build Your Career from the Classroom!Bedford Full-Time £460 - £500 Education and Training SeptemberAre you a recent Psychology or Criminology graduate in and around bedford with a deep interest in mental health, behaviour, or clinical practice? Are you working towards a career as a Clinical Psychologist, Forensic Psychologist, or Mental Health Practitioner?This Bedford role is your opportunity to gain the hands-on experience and professional development in the education and training environment needed to confidently progress into an Aspiring Assistant Clinical Psychologist post-and beyond.What This Role Offers: A Launchpad for an Aspiring Assistant Clinical Psychologist Direct experience working with children and young people in educational and/or specialist clinical settings First-hand exposure to a wide range of SEN (Special Educational Needs) and SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) presentations Opportunities to assist with behavioural interventions, emotional regulation strategies, and therapeutic frameworks Mentorship and daily collaboration with qualified psychologists, SEN specialists, and multi-disciplinary teams Access to over 200 CPD-certified training courses tailored to prepare you for postgraduate pathways, such as the Clinical Psychology Doctorate or Assistant Psychologist rolesWho We're Looking For Graduates with a degree in Psychology, Criminology, or a related subject Passionate individuals looking to build experience ahead of careers in clinical, forensic, or educational psychology Aspiring Assistant Psychologists eager to understand real-world psychological practice and clinical settings Reflective, empathetic, and resilient professionals with excellent communication and interpersonal skills Full-time availability and the ability to commute to BedfordWhy This Role MattersThis Aspiring Assistant Clinical Psychologist position offers real-world clinical experience that strengthens future applications to Assistant Clinical Psychologist posts and postgraduate psychology training. It's the ideal stepping stone for those serious about making a long-term impact in the mental health field.Take the First Step Toward a Career in Clinical Psychology as an Aspiring Assistant Clinical PsychologistApply now to begin your journey in Bedford-and start making a difference from day one in the Education and Training environment.

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