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Clinical Psychologist/Psychotherapist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Do you have a passion for young people's mental health?Do you thrive in multi-disciplinary settings where psychological skills are highly valued?</p> <p>Working in a very friendly and dynamic CAMHS Service, we have an exciting full-time opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist based mainly in our Buxton Core CAMHS Team. We are happy to consider flexible options.</p> <p>You will support our psychological therapies pathways, and this is most likely to be in our DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy) or CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) Team; according to service needs.</p> <p>You will also support the service transforming our ROMs (Routine Outcome Measures) delivery or support our existing clinical supervision programme; according to service needs. There are opportunities for indirect working (e.g. consultation).</p> <p>Our Service has 10 teams with excellent track records working closely together, with opportunities for gaining different experiences to develop your portfolio. Our internal training programme for staff is positively-rated and clinical supervision practice is highly valued. We value the diversity of our clinicians, and the skill sets they bring.</p> <p>Whilst this is an 8a post we are very happy to receive applications from soon to be or newly qualified Clinical Psychologists in a preceptorship role (with a structured development plan to progress with regular support). We have well established links with the training courses and regularly have trainees on placement.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>As a Clinical Psychologist in Core CAMHS you will:</p> <p> Provide specialist psychological/therapy-based assessments, formulations and interventions for children and young people with moderate to severe mental health difficulties</p> <p> Provide a pivotal lead role in supporting our Service (either improving our Routine Outcome Measures delivery or supporting our existing Clinical Supervision Programme (according to service need)</p> <p> Be client-centred and a goal-focused member of our multi-disciplinary service, championing ROMs and contributing to service developments, as appropriate.</p> <p> Empower and support young people on their journey to recovery</p> <p> Offer clinical advice and support, consultations, supervision and training for professionals in our CAMHS Service.</p> <p> Be an active member of an experienced multi-disciplinary service and contribute to team and service developments.</p> <p> Contribute to case discussions and a 'careteam' approach to formulation.</p>   <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>The founding principles of the NHS have significantly influenced our "Leading the Chesterfield Way", and our Proud to CARE values. This means leading with care, openness, integrity and embedding an inclusive culture. We know that people have a life and responsibilities outside of work and we offer flexibility and a whole raft of support to care for your physical and mental well-being. This role is hugely important to us and we look forward to hearing from you.</p> <p>Located in the heart of the peak district, in the beautiful spa town of Buxton, this post (at one of our Core CAMHS bases) offers a fantastic location with circular walks, parks, spa facilities, a range of shops and cafes; and boasting impressive Georgian and Victorian architecture.</p> <p>There will be some opportunities to carry out work at one of our other bases in the historic market town of Chesterfield: either at our main hospital on a greenfield site with abundant countryside and lovely views or our newer CAMHS base (where some therapy clinics are currently based) ideally located near Chesterfield train station and the town centre.</p> <p>Please see the Job Description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.</p> <p>Please find out more about our service at camhsnorthderbyshire.nhs.uk</p> <p>Follow us on Facebook and on Twitter: @hrcrhft @WellbeingCRH @royalhospital</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>27 August 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 7</p>
  
  

  
  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      Depending on experience
      
        B7 £47,810 - 54,710 or B8a £55,690-£62,682 per annum, pro rata
      
    </p>
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Full-time,
        
      
        
          Part-time,
        
      
        
          Flexible working
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>166-FC-7383538</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Chesterfield Royal Hospital</p>
      <p>Calow</p>
      <p>Chesterfield</p>
            <p>S44 5BL</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>Please see the Job description and Person Specification in the attachments. This document contains a full detailed description of the role and what the main responsibilities and duties are along with the criteria that are required.</p>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
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          Qualifications and Training
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Doctoral Qualification in Clinical Psychology (or about to qualify)</li>
        
        <li>HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist or expected to be so (for candidates still to complete training)</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Additional training post-doctorate</li>
          
          <li>Training in a specific therapy: DBT</li>
          
          <li>Specific Training and/or accreditation in another evidenced-based therapy (e.g. CBT, IPT, Systemic)</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
      <h3 id="skill_category_2">
        
          Personal Attributes
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Ability to tolerate and manage highly distressing emotional issues</li>
        
        <li>Ability to manage and work with organisational stress and to effectively manage the stress of others</li>
        
        <li>Ability to engage in sustained mental effort involving tasks demanding intense concentration</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Valid driving licence</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Skills and Knowledge
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Knowledge of appropriate psychological models of assessment, formulation and intervention for young people with mental health problems</li>
        
        <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
        
        <li>Research and evaluation skills</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Well-developed consultation skills with professionals</li>
          
          <li>Excellent formulation skills and able to convey complex ideas in straightforward, accessible style</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Ability to work professionally and co-operatively in multi-disciplinary team.</li>
        
        <li>Experience in working with children, young people and families in a community setting.</li>
        
        <li>Experience and knowledge of working with young people with mental health problems.</li>
        
        <li>Experience of managing risk in clinical presentations.</li>
        
        <li>Evidence of engagement with clinical supervision.</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>CAMHS specific experience</li>
          
          <li>Experience of working with young people with neurodiversity</li>
          
          <li>Experience of identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns in clinical practice</li>
          
          <li>Experience of working with people with complex trauma and attachment difficulties</li>
          
          <li>Contribution to service evaluations, projects or research in the mental health field</li>
          
          <li>Experience of supervising other clinicians</li>
          
          <li>Experience of some level of team or service development</li>
          
          <li>Supervision of Trainee Clinical Psychologists</li>
          
          <li>Experience of utilising/monitoring routine outcome measures (ROMs) with clients</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Demonstrates our Proud to CARE Values
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to Care</li>
        
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        Person Specification
      
    
    
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_1">
          
            Qualifications and Training
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Doctoral Qualification in Clinical Psychology (or about to qualify)</li>
          
          <li>HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist or expected to be so (for candidates still to complete training)</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Additional training post-doctorate</li>
            
            <li>Training in a specific therapy: DBT</li>
            
            <li>Specific Training and/or accreditation in another evidenced-based therapy (e.g. CBT, IPT, Systemic)</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_2">
          
            Personal Attributes
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Ability to tolerate and manage highly distressing emotional issues</li>
          
          <li>Ability to manage and work with organisational stress and to effectively manage the stress of others</li>
          
          <li>Ability to engage in sustained mental effort involving tasks demanding intense concentration</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Valid driving licence</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_3">
          
            Skills and Knowledge
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Knowledge of appropriate psychological models of assessment, formulation and intervention for young people with mental health problems</li>
          
          <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
          
          <li>Research and evaluation skills</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>Well-developed consultation skills with professionals</li>
            
            <li>Excellent formulation skills and able to convey complex ideas in straightforward, accessible style</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_4">
          
            Experience
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Ability to work professionally and co-operatively in multi-disciplinary team.</li>
          
          <li>Experience in working with children, young people and families in a community setting.</li>
          
          <li>Experience and knowledge of working with young people with mental health problems.</li>
          
          <li>Experience of managing risk in clinical presentations.</li>
          
          <li>Evidence of engagement with clinical supervision.</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
          <h4>Desirable</h4>
          <ul>
            
            <li>CAMHS specific experience</li>
            
            <li>Experience of working with young people with neurodiversity</li>
            
            <li>Experience of identifying and responding to safeguarding concerns in clinical practice</li>
            
            <li>Experience of working with people with complex trauma and attachment difficulties</li>
            
            <li>Contribution to service evaluations, projects or research in the mental health field</li>
            
            <li>Experience of supervising other clinicians</li>
            
            <li>Experience of some level of team or service development</li>
            
            <li>Supervision of Trainee Clinical Psychologists</li>
            
            <li>Experience of utilising/monitoring routine outcome measures (ROMs) with clients</li>
            
          </ul>
        
      
      
        <h3 id="skill_category_5">
          
            Demonstrates our Proud to CARE Values
          
        </h3>
        
        <h4>Essential</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Compassion, Ambition, Respect, Encouragement - Proud to Care</li>
          
        </ul>
        
        
      
    
  



      
  
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    <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
    <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
    <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
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      Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
      <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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        <h3 id="dbs-message">Disclosure and Barring Service Check</h3>
        <p>This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="tier-two-sponsorship">Certificate of Sponsorship</h3>
        <p>Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/uk-visas-and-immigration" target="_blank"> UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
        <p>From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/criminal-records-checks-for-overseas-applicants" target="_blank"> Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab)</a>.</p>
      

      
        <h3 id="uk-registration">UK Registration</h3>
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          Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 
          <a href="https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/working-health/overseas-health-professionals" target="_blank">NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).</a>
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    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Chesterfield Royal Hospital</p>
      <p>Calow</p>
      <p>Chesterfield</p>
            <p>S44 5BL</p>
    
  

  
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        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Chesterfield Royal Hospital</p>
          <p>Calow</p>
          <p>Chesterfield</p>
                    <p>S44 5BL</p>
        
      

      
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        <h3 id="employer_website_heading">Employer's website</h3>
          
            <p><a href="https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/" target="_blank">https://www.chesterfieldroyal.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)</a></p>

Clinical Psychologist - CORE CAMHS

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Fixed Term: 2 years | 10 hrs per week |Proposed interview date: 09 October 2025</strong></p> <p>The Yorkshire &amp; Humber Neonatal Operational Delivery Network (Y&amp;H NODN) is looking for an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our Allied Health Professional (AHP) and Psychology Team. This strategic role supports the development and delivery of equitable, psychologically informed care across 19 neonatal units in the region, following the National Neonatal Critical Care Review and NHS Long Term Plan.</p> <p><strong>About You: </strong>You are a compassionate and forward-thinking person with:</p> <ul>  <li> <p>HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist</p> </li>  <li> <p>Doctorate-level training in Clinical Psychology</p> </li>  <li> <p>Extensive neonatal CPD and a maintained Personal Professional Profile</p> </li>  <li> <p>Significant post-qualification neonatal experience at Band 8a or above</p> </li>  <li> <p>A passion for collaborative, network-based working</p> </li> </ul>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>Reporting into the Neonatal Network Manager, your responsibilities will include:</p>
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<p>Lead strategic initiatives to embed psychological support across neonatal services</p>
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<p>Collaborate with Network leadership to define priorities and deliverables</p>
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<p>Facilitate matrix working with multidisciplinary teams, LMNS, MMHS, and third-sector partners</p>
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<p>Support service development, commissioning, and gap analysis to promote equity</p>
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<p>Represent the network in national clinical psychology forums and working groups</p>
</li>
</ul>
<p>This is a unique opportunity to shape neonatal psychological care across Yorkshire &amp; Humber, improving outcomes for babies, families, and staff.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.</p>
<p>We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.</p>
<p>We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.</p>
<p>Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.</p>
<p>As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.</p>
<p>We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>08 September 2025</p>

  
    <h3>Pay scheme</h3>
    <p>Agenda for change</p>

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 8c</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £76,965 to £88,682 a year
      
        per annum, pro rata
      
    </p>
  
  

  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Fixed term</p>

  
    <h3 id="contract_duration_heading">Duration</h3>
    <p>24 months</p>
  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Part-time,
        
      
        
          Flexible working,
        
      
        
          Home or remote working
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>425-25-7391503</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust</p>
      <p>Western Bank</p>
      <p>Sheffield</p>
            <p>S10 2TH</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.</p>
<p>Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.</p>
<p><strong>Diversity Statement</strong></p>
<p>At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.</p>
<p>Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at <a href="mailto:scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net" target="_blank">scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net</a>. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.</p>
<p>#LI-Onsite</p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.</p>
<p>Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.</p>
<p><strong>Diversity Statement</strong></p>
<p>At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.</p>
<p>Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at <a href="mailto:scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net" target="_blank">scn-tr.recruitment.team@nhs.net</a>. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.</p>
<p>#LI-Onsite</p>
    
  


      
  
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          Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
      <ul>
        
        <li>HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist</li>
        
        <li>Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS</li>
        
        <li>Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.</li>
        
        <li>Post-qualification specialist training in particular psychotherapeutic approaches e.g. ACT, CFT, VIG, Infant Mental Health, CBT</li>
        
        <li>Evidence of extensive Neonatal CPD in line with recognised competencies and maintenance of a Personal, Professional Profile</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Educational qualification, e.g. Cert Ed/PgDip etc</li>
          
          <li>Leadership course/module or recognised Leadership qualification</li>
          
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          Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Significant demonstrable experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologist</li>
        
        <li>Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings including outpatient, community, primary care, in-patient and residential care settings 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 exercising full clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and treatment, both as a professionally qualified care coordinator and also within the context of a multidisciplinary care plan</li>
        
        <li>Evidence of significant post-graduate neonatal experience at Band 8a or above</li>
        
      </ul>
      
      
        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Specialist experience in the area of perinatal mental health</li>
          
        </ul>
      
    
    
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          Other
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health</li>
        
        <li>Formal training in supervision of other psychologists or equivalent experience</li>
        
        <li>Ability to work autonomously, providing specialist advice to the organisation, working to tight and often changing timescales</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
        <ul>
          
          <li>Well-developed knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in highly complex groups (e.g. complex PTSD, dual diagnoses, etc.) and an understanding of neurodiversity and implications for intervention and parental experience on the unit</li>
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist</li>
          
          <li>Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS</li>
          
          <li>Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice.</li>
          
          <li>Post-qualification specialist training in particular psychotherapeutic approaches e.g. ACT, CFT, VIG, Infant Mental Health, CBT</li>
          
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Neonatal Operational Delivery Network Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Senior Clinical Psychologist

<p> Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your clinical career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? </p><p>Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider clinical network that meets regularly for training &amp; development? </p><p>Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist assessments and interventions fostering independence within an education setting? </p><p>Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced clinical offer through supporting the growth of colleagues, apprentices, students and therapy assistants? </p><p>How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? </p><p>Does working 4 days a week 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! </p><p><strong>Job Title: </strong> <strong>Lead Clinician - Practitioner Psychologist </strong> </p><p><strong>Location: </strong> <strong>Bluebank School - Derbyshire S41 8LQ</strong> </p><p><strong>Salary: </strong> <strong>£50,000 - £60, 000 FTE DOE </strong> </p><p><strong>Hours: </strong> <strong>37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday</strong> </p><p><strong>Contract: </strong> <strong>Permanent </strong>(Term time only, or flexibility around a full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) </p><p><strong>Essential: HCPC registration, full valid UK driving licence and access to own vehicle </strong> </p><p>In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. </p><p><strong>About the Group:</strong> </p><p>Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. </p><p><strong>Our Vision</strong> </p><p>Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. </p><p><strong>Our Mission</strong> </p><p>We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. </p><p><strong>Our Promise</strong> </p><ul><li>WE LISTEN. We never assume.</li><li>WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen.</li><li>WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. </li></ul><p>Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. </p><p><strong>The role:</strong> </p><p>We are looking for a Lead Clinician - Practitioner Psychologist to manage our in-house Clinical Team at Bluebank School based in Derbyshire. The postholder will work collaboratively with both the school's Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Regional Clinical Lead. The role will be split between clinically leading the team and holding a therapy caseload. Working collaboratively with the team, the postholder will deliver bespoke assessment and intervention plans for our students who may present with complex profiles of need as a result of autism and other types of neurodivergence, developmental trauma and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs. Meeting the needs of EHCP plans will be a primary focus in this role, target led, via the OFG 'all', 'group' and 'individual' clinical ways of working, embedded into our clinical practice. They will also be responsible for coordinating the line management of the members of the onsite clinical team and leading on the service development of the clinical school-based service, alongside the school SLT and Regional Clinical Lead. </p><p>Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Lead Clinician who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. </p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Bluebank School - Derbyshire S41 8LQ -<strong> Bluebank School </strong>forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting young people aged 11 - 16</p><ul><li>Bluebank School opening Spring 2026</li><li> School Finder - Acorn </li></ul><p><strong>For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. </strong> </p><p><strong>Essential Criteria:</strong> </p><ul><li>Doctorate or BPS stage 2 qualification - must be a registered psychologist and with the HCPC.</li><li>Valid and up to date professional Registration &amp; membership of professional body e.g. BPS</li><li>Experience within the specialist client group; working with autistic individuals and/or those with complex needs.</li><li>Clear and concise report writing relating to clinical and research activities</li><li>Experience of providing supervision and supporting a therapy team</li><li>Ability to work independently</li><li>Ability to work dynamically and within a growing and developing clinical service</li><li>Experience of multi-professional work with teams or services within the designated specialty preferred</li><li>Full UK valid driving licence and access to own vehicle </li></ul><p><strong>Why work for us?</strong> </p><p>Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: </p><p> <strong>Benefits</strong> </p><p><strong>Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:</strong> </p><ul><li>Life Assurance </li><li>Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions </li><li>"Your Wellbeing Matters" - access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks </li><li> You'll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time to do the things that make you happy. 4DWW is subject to successful completion of probation and is not a contractual benefit</li><li>Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.</li><li>A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits </li><li>100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad </li><li>Cycle to Work Schemes </li><li>Electric Car Purchase Scheme </li><li>Critical illness cover  </li></ul><p><strong>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</strong> </p><p><strong>We reserve the right to close vacancies early, please submit your application at the earliest opportunity.</strong> </p><p><strong>Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.</strong> </p><p> <strong>Job Ref: </strong> 287796</p>

Lead Clinician

<p><strong>Locum Educational Psychologist - Flexible, High-Paying Contract</strong></p> <p><strong>Benefits as a Locum Educational Psychologist:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p><strong>Competitive Rates</strong> - Earn up to <strong>£600 per day</strong> for face-to-face assessments, with rates negotiable depending on experience.</p> </li><li> <p><strong>Flexible &amp; Hybrid Working</strong> - Enjoy a blend of on-site assessments and remote report writing. Tailor your schedule to suit your lifestyle.</p> </li><li> <p><strong>Ongoing Contract</strong> - Secure long-term work with consistent caseloads and stability.</p> </li><li> <p><strong>Work Outside IR35</strong> - Operate via your LTD company for maximum autonomy and flexibility.</p> </li><li> <p><strong>Meaningful Caseload</strong> - Focus on high-impact statutory assessments, tribunal cases, and targeted interventions.</p> </li><li> <p><strong>Professional Autonomy</strong> - Manage your own workload while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.</p> </li></ul> <p><strong>About the Role:</strong></p> <p>A respected Local Authority is seeking skilled <strong>Locum Educational Psychologists</strong> to join their team on an ongoing contract basis. </p> <p><strong>Your Responsibilities:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>Conduct in-person psychological assessments with children and young people in educational settings.</p> </li><li> <p>Deliver high-quality statutory advice and tribunal contributions where required.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with schools, families, and multidisciplinary teams to provide actionable recommendations.</p> </li><li> <p>Complete accurate and timely reports in line with statutory requirements.</p> </li></ul> <p><strong>What We're Looking For:</strong></p> <ul> <li> <p>HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist (Educational) - Essential.</p> </li><li> <p>Cofident in conducting both direct and observational assessments.</p> </li></ul> <p><strong>Interested?</strong>Apply today to secure this outside IR35 locum opportunity with up to £650 per day on an ongoing contract. A smooth onboarding process and supportive team await!</p>

Educational Psychologist Hybrid

Are you looking for an employer who can offer you opportunities for growth and development in your psychological therapy career- All whilst working within a friendly multidisciplinary team in a rewarding education setting? <br><br> Do you want to have opportunities to participate in research projects, special interest groups and form part of a wider psychological therapy network that meets regularly for training &amp; development? <br><br> Do you want to have flexibility and be able to work creatively to deliver specialist psychological assessment and intervention fostering independence within an education setting? <br><br> Do you want to be part of developing an enhanced psychological therapy offer through supporting the growth of apprentices, students and therapy assistants? <br><br> How about working for an employer who has been awarded a 'Great Place to Work' for the 5th year running? <br><br> Does working 4 days a week 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! <br><br> <b>Job Title: </b> <b>Practitioner</b> <b>Psychologist </b> <br><br> <b>Location: </b> <b>Meadowcroft School - Wakefield, WF1 4AD</b><br><br> <b>Salary: </b> <b>Up to £65k (FTE, DOE) plus £3000 Welcome Bonus (Welcome Bonus is payable as one payment of £1,500 after completion of one month and one further payment of £1,500 upon completion of your final probation period. T&amp;C's Apply)</b><br><br> <b>Hours: </b> <b>37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, hours to overlap with core school hours </b>(Part time hours may be considered) <br><br> <b>Contract: </b> <b>Permanent </b>(Term time only, or flexibility around full-time contract can be discussed based on your personal circumstances) <br><br> In a world where the demand for clinical support is increasing daily, we understand the importance and value of the work you carry out. Your unique skills and expertise are critical to building better outcomes for our pupils. This is why we aim to have a multidisciplinary clinical team for each of our sites to provide this vital provision in collaboration with our education teams. Creating an environment where our pupils can truly flourish and grow in independence is key. <br><br> <b>We understand the value of helping our employees develop in their careers. For clinicians to achieve their Continued Professional Development (CPD) goals we offer a £2000 training allowance, so that you can complete role specific training tailored to your individual requirements once your probation has been completed.</b> <br><br> <b>About the Group:</b> <br><br> Outcomes First Group is the leading provider of world-class education. Our schools are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales, with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the children and young people we educate for. Our Acorn schools are there to meet the social and emotional needs of pupils who have faced trauma or adversity, equipping them for life's important steps. Our Options Autism schools support autistic pupils to value their uniqueness and access the world in their own way. Another division, Momenta Connect, supports young people to overcome barriers and engage with education. While our most recent addition, Blenheim Schools, enables outstanding futures through high-quality independent and international schools. <br><br> <b>Our Vision</b> <br><br> Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. <br><br> <b>Our Mission</b> <br><br> We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. <br><br> <b>Our Promise</b> <ul><li>WE LISTEN. We never assume. </li><li>WE WORK TOGETHER. To make the remarkable happen. </li><li>WE ARE ACCOUNTABLE. To each other and for one another. </li></ul> Our Promisedescribes the sort of people we are and our commitment to how we treat each other, work together and behave. It represents what's truly important to us as individuals and as a team. It is easily translatable into behaviours we all practice and experience every day. It's the golden thread that runs through every leader, team and individual. <br><br> <b>The role:</b> <br><br> We are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist to join our in-house clinical team at Meadowcroft school. <br><br> Working collaboratively with the education team, you will deliver psychological assessment and intervention to pupils who may have experienced developmental trauma, be neurodivergent or have SEMH needs. You will work within the standards provided in the OFG Psychological Practice Ways of Working. This will guide your practice within an education setting and clarify your roles and responsibilities, while taking into account the requirements of your governing and professional bodies. You will be given responsibility for holding a psychological caseload, with the full support of your designated clinical supervisor and site lead, also contributing to school development, staff training and consultation as required. This post would suit a resilient, creative and enthusiastic individual. <br><br> Our Clinical Teams help maintain a person-centred, empowering approach always putting the pupils we support at the forefront of everything they do. All our settings maintain a strong safeguarding culture, and the pupils we support are heard, respected, and involved in decisions that affect them. We strive for excellence, which is why we are one of the leading service providers in the UK. With this in mind, we are looking for a Practitioner Psychologist who shares our vision to use innovative approaches to enhance the quality of life and outcomes of the pupils we support. <br><br> <b>Location: Meadowcroft School - Wakefield, WF1 4AD - Meadowcroft School </b>forms part of our Acorn Education brand, and is an independent specialist day school, supporting children and young people aged 5 - 19. <ul><li> Meadowcroft School </li><li> School Finder - Acorn </li></ul> <b>For further information regarding this vacancy please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached. </b> <br><br> <b>Essential Criteria:</b> <ul><li>Registered with the HCPC </li><li>Doctoral level degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic/Educational Psychology (or equivalent if qualified prior to introduction of relevant Doctorate) </li><li>Relevant previous experience, working in related settings or with related client group </li><li>Experience of effective multi-disciplinary working (working with both clinical and non-clinical, internal and external agencies) </li><li>Experience of effectively communicating with/working with families/relatives and carers </li><li>Experience of effectively working at different systems within an organisation e.g. service development, group and individual levels. </li><li>Experience of working via a model of: 'assess, plan, do and review </li><li>Experience of effectively using consultation as a method of service delivery. </li><li>Adequate competence in all core areas of psychological practice, meets HCPC practice standards. </li><li>Knowledge of client group and their needs. </li><li>Knowledge of trauma informed practice and neuro-diversity. </li><li>Ability to develop formulations and use these to inform clinical intervention plans and recommendations for others. </li><li>Ability to develop and deliver training to different cohorts of people </li><li>Ability to write coherent and accurate clinical records, including observation records, consultation records, reports and intervention plans </li><li>Excellent communication with people on complex matters and ideas and in complex situations. </li><li>Effective IT skills, or aptitude to learn effective IT skills, to use core computer programmes and platforms. </li><li>Ability to work effectively with a range of professionals, problem solving with others to achieve excellent service development outcomes. </li><li>Ongoing evidence of CPD. </li><li>Ability to use evaluation tools to demonstrate and improve service effectiveness and outcomes. </li><li>Ability to make independent clinical decisions when necessary. </li><li>Excellent time management and organisational skills. </li><li>Ability to prioritise multiple work demands and meet work deadlines. </li><li>Undertake relevant Group induction training on commencement in post. </li><li>Commitment to the values of the organisation. </li><li>Flexible approach to working environments. </li><li>Ability and willingness to travel on company business. </li><li>Full driving licence and access to a car. </li></ul> <b>Desirable</b> <ul><li>Experience of working with specific client group (e.g. neuro-diverse and/or social, emotional and mental health) and setting type (e.g. schools and/or residential care). </li><li>Experience of providing supervision to others. </li><li>Working knowledge of current philosophies and principles underpinning services for those within the specific client group. </li><li>Knowledge of legislation and its implications for both clinical practice and professional management in relation to the client group. </li><li>Post qualification training in topics related to role, service and/or client group </li><li>Training in evidence-based interventions/approaches </li></ul> <b>Why work for us?</b> <br><br> Alongside working with a network of over 350 clinical colleagues with regular forums for peer reflection and practice development, Outcomes First Group offer an array of flexible benefit options: <br><br> <b>Benefits</b> <br><br> <b>Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward and flexible benefits package including:</b> <ul><li>£2,000 training allowance </li><li>Life Assurance . click apply for full job details</li></ul>

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