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<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p><strong>Are you a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist with a passion for Forensic Mental Health?</strong></p><p>We're looking for a Psychologist to join our team at Ash Ward, a 12-bed Male Low Secure inpatient unit based in Bridgwater. We provide person-centred care for men with complex mental health needs across Somerset and the South West, working within a trauma-informed, psychologically and medically led model of care. You'll be part of a skilled multidisciplinary team including psychiatry, nursing, occupational therapy, and psychology.</p><p>Our focus is on reducing distress, managing risk, and promoting independence and social inclusion, with the ultimate goal of supporting safe and timely discharge.</p><p>Our Trust also has a Community Forensic Team with other psychologists, giving you access to wider support, collaboration, and shared expertise beyond the ward environment.</p><p><strong>Why join us?</strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a forward-thinking Trust, recently recognised with the HSJ Award for Mental Health Innovation of the Year</li><li>Part of the South West Provider Collaborative, giving you access to training and leadership development</li><li>Opportunities for research and academic collaboration with Exeter University</li><li>Support trainees</li><li>Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule that supports work-life balance</li></ul><p>We welcome informal conversations with the current post-holder. Please contact Tracy Jardine to arrange.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <ul><li>Provide highly specialised psychological assessments and interventions for service users with severe and enduring mental health difficulties and forensic risk profiles.</li><li>Deliver comprehensive risk assessments, psychological formulations, and treatment plans tailored to individual needs.</li><li>Offer consultation, supervision, and training to the multidisciplinary team (MDT) and support reflective practice.</li><li>Contribute to the development of the forensic service and maintain close links with the Somerset Forensic Community Team and other psychologists across the region.</li><li>Engage in research and audit activities, promoting evidence-based practice and service development.</li><li>Support safe and effective discharge planning in collaboration with community teams.</li></ul>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At <strong>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</strong>, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:</p><ul><li><strong>Flexible working options</strong> to help you balance work and life</li><li><strong>NHS pension scheme</strong> for long-term financial security</li><li><strong>Generous annual leave allowance</strong> to recharge and relax</li><li>A strong focus on <strong>career development</strong> to help you grow and achieve your potential</li></ul><p>Additionally, you'll gain access to our <strong>Blue Light Card</strong>, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.</p><p>We are proud to foster a <strong>diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce</strong>, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.</p><p><strong>Why Somerset?</strong> Somerset offers the perfect blend of <strong>idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty</strong>, and <strong>breathtaking coastlines</strong>, with vibrant cities like <strong>Bristol</strong>, <strong>Bath</strong>, and <strong>Exeter </strong>just a short drive away - and only two hours to <strong>London</strong>.</p><p>The region is home to excellent <strong>educational facilities</strong>, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.</p><p><strong>Somerset truly has it all</strong> - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>09 December 2025</p>

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

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 8a</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
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      £55,690 to £62,682 a year
      
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  <h3 id="contract_type_heading">Contract</h3>
  <p>Permanent</p>

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Full-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>184-OL-GR-3489</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>Broadway House</p>
      <p>Broadway Park</p>
      <p>Bridgwater</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA6 5LX</p>
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    <h2>Job description</h2>
    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>As a Clinical/Forensic Psychologist within Ash Ward, you will:</p><ul><li>Work autonomously within a trauma-informed model of care, providing psychological oversight for service users.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of psychological care pathways, ensuring the MDT has access to psychologically informed frameworks.</li><li>Interpret and integrate complex data from multiple sources, including psychological and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments, and multi-agency information.</li><li>Make expert clinical decisions regarding treatment options, drawing on a range of therapeutic models.</li><li>Provide specialist consultation to external agencies, including high secure hospitals, prisons, and the Ministry of Justice.</li><li>Supervise assistant psychologists, trainees, and other staff, and offer opportunities for coaching and mentoring.</li><li>Participate in strategic planning, service audits, and quality improvement initiatives.</li></ul>
  

  
    
      
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      <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
      <p>As a Clinical/Forensic Psychologist within Ash Ward, you will:</p><ul><li>Work autonomously within a trauma-informed model of care, providing psychological oversight for service users.</li><li>Lead the development and delivery of psychological care pathways, ensuring the MDT has access to psychologically informed frameworks.</li><li>Interpret and integrate complex data from multiple sources, including psychological and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments, and multi-agency information.</li><li>Make expert clinical decisions regarding treatment options, drawing on a range of therapeutic models.</li><li>Provide specialist consultation to external agencies, including high secure hospitals, prisons, and the Ministry of Justice.</li><li>Supervise assistant psychologists, trainees, and other staff, and offer opportunities for coaching and mentoring.</li><li>Participate in strategic planning, service audits, and quality improvement initiatives.</li></ul>
    
  


      
  
    <h2>Person Specification</h2>
    
    
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          Qualifications
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Doctoral Clinical Psychology or equivalentRegistered with HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>Accreditation in NICE approved therapy e.g., CBT or CATRelevant specialist CPD training in psychological therapy with long term mental health problemsClinical Supervision training</li>
          
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          Experience
        
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      <h4>Essential</h4>
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        <li>Significant experience of working with people with long term mental health problemsCompetence in core psychological assessment formulation and skills intervention skills and in neuro-psychological assessmentTeaching and training psychology to staff and other professionals</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>Research and development work in area relevant to people with long term mental health problemsExperience of providing a psychological service to inpatient services.</li>
          
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            Qualifications
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Doctoral Clinical Psychology or equivalentRegistered with HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Accreditation in NICE approved therapy e.g., CBT or CATRelevant specialist CPD training in psychological therapy with long term mental health problemsClinical Supervision training</li>
            
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            Experience
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Significant experience of working with people with long term mental health problemsCompetence in core psychological assessment formulation and skills intervention skills and in neuro-psychological assessmentTeaching and training psychology to staff and other professionals</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Research and development work in area relevant to people with long term mental health problemsExperience of providing a psychological service to inpatient services.</li>
            
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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>
    <p>
      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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        Additional information
      
    
    
      
        <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>
        <p>
          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>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Broadway House</p>
      <p>Broadway Park</p>
      <p>Bridgwater</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA6 5LX</p>
    
  

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

  



  
      
        <h2>Employer details</h2>
        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Broadway House</p>
          <p>Broadway Park</p>
          <p>Bridgwater</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA6 5LX</p>
        
      

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

NHS Jobs

Forensic/Clinical Psychologist

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>We are seeking compassionate, dedicated Peer Specialists ready to use their personal journey to inspire hope and guide others through self-defined mental health crisis.</p> <p>The Retreat - based in Weymouth (subject to final arrangements in a move of current base) offer an open access crisis mental health service every evening; providing a welcoming, safe space for people to come and receive support, without referral or judgement.</p> <p>The partnership between lived and clinical experience is fundamental to the ethos and values of the Retreats, and you will work alongside Registered Practitioners in this role. As a vital member of our team, you will provide practical support and peer-led guidance to help visitors and their support networks regain control and hope while navigating challenging moments and moving forward in their recovery. By sharing your lived experience, you will foster trust, hope and promote self-determination.</p> <p>You'll receive comprehensive induction and specialist training, including trauma-informed care and collaborative working practices, to ensure you can use your experience to create real, lasting impact.</p> <p><strong>Full and part time hours are available (minimum 15 hours or 2 shifts per week). The service operates 365 days of the year, and whilst all reasonable flexible working requests will be considered, shift times are set at 16:00-midnight, in line with the opening hours of the service.</strong></p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>To utilise your own lived experience of mental health, by using it intentionally in therapeutic conversation with others.</p>
<p>To support people presenting in mental health crisis, who are likely to be experiencing and displaying significant distress and vulnerability, providing compassionate and non-judgemental care.</p>
<p>Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.</p>
<p></p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.</p>
<p>We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.</p>
<p>Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do, and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities, and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.</p>
<p>Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion, and expertise in all we do.</p>


      
        
  <h2>Details</h2>
  <h3 id="date_posted_heading">Date posted</h3>
  <p>09 December 2025</p>

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

    
      
        <h3>Band</h3>
      
      <p>Band 3</p>
  
  

  
  
    <h3>Salary</h3>
    <p>
      £19,949 to £21,278 a year
      
        p.a.
      
    </p>
  
  

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

  

  
    <h3 id="working_pattern_heading">Working pattern</h3>
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          Part-time
        
      
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  <h3 id="reference_number_heading">Reference number</h3>
  
  <p>152-M239.25B</p>
  

  
    
      
        <h3 id="employer_location_heading">Job locations</h3>
      
      
      <p>The Retreat West</p>
      <p>Ranelagh Road</p>
      <p>Weymouth</p>
            <p>DT4 7JD</p>
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    <h3>Job responsibilities</h3>
    <p>For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.</p> <p>We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.</p> <p>As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact <a href="mailto:dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net" target="_blank">dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net</a></p>
  

  
    
      
        Job description
      
    
    
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      <p>For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.</p> <p>We understand that using AI can be a useful and supportive tool when completing your application. However, we have also seen an increase in the over-reliance of AI tools which is negatively impacting applications as they remove candidates individuality, and it becomes much harder to get a sense of who you are and your authentic experience. If you do use AI, it should be used to enhance your application and not to create your supporting statement in its entirety. If we suspect you have used AI to create your supporting statement and this does not match your experience, we may withdraw your application.</p> <p>As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact <a href="mailto:dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net" target="_blank">dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net</a></p>
    
  


      
  
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          Knowledge and Skills
        
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        <li>Own lived experience of mental health, with willingness and ability to intentionally and appropriately share this in support of others.</li>
        
        <li>Peer Specialist training programme completed or willingness to undertake.</li>
        
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        <h4>Desirable</h4>
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          <li>Recovery Education Centre courses or equivalent attended in last 5 years.</li>
          
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          Job specific experience
        
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        <li>Experience supporting people experiencing distress</li>
        
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          <li>Previous working in a mental health, or care setting.</li>
          
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          Information Technology
        
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        <li>Demonstrable experience of computer literacy and Office based applications.</li>
        
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          <li>Experience using an electronic patient records system.</li>
          
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          Personal qualities/attributes
        
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        <li>Able to work effectively as part of a team</li>
        
        <li>Demonstrate compassionate and non-judgemental response to people in distress /crisis</li>
        
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          Additional requirements
        
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        <li>Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.</li>
        
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          <li>Own lived experience of mental health, with willingness and ability to intentionally and appropriately share this in support of others.</li>
          
          <li>Peer Specialist training programme completed or willingness to undertake.</li>
          
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          <h4>Desirable</h4>
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            <li>Recovery Education Centre courses or equivalent attended in last 5 years.</li>
            
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          <li>Experience supporting people experiencing distress</li>
          
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            <li>Previous working in a mental health, or care setting.</li>
            
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            Information Technology
          
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          <li>Demonstrable experience of computer literacy and Office based applications.</li>
          
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            <li>Experience using an electronic patient records system.</li>
            
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            Personal qualities/attributes
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Able to work effectively as part of a team</li>
          
          <li>Demonstrate compassionate and non-judgemental response to people in distress /crisis</li>
          
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            Additional requirements
          
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        <h4>Essential</h4>
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          <li>Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively.</li>
          
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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>
  

  

  


 

      
  
    <h2>Employer details</h2>
    <h3>Employer name</h3>
    <p>Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>The Retreat West</p>
      <p>Ranelagh Road</p>
      <p>Weymouth</p>
            <p>DT4 7JD</p>
    
  

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

  



  
      
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        <h3>Employer name</h3>
        <p>Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>The Retreat West</p>
          <p>Ranelagh Road</p>
          <p>Weymouth</p>
                    <p>DT4 7JD</p>
        
      

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

Peer Specialist - The Retreat West

<h2>Job summary</h2>
  <p>Are you a skilled clinical psychologist passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health challenges? Join our dynamic team and take on a pivotal role within our Rehabilitation Pathway, which comprises of Willow Ward, inpatient rehab and The Mental Health Rehabilitation Team, community.</p><p>In this role you will be responsible for providing highly specialised Clinical Leadership across the rehabilitation services in somerset for service users with complex severe and enduring mental health difficulties across the rehabilitation pathway. You will be responsible for coordinating and providing specialist assessment, formulation, consultation, training and supervision.</p><p>As part of the leadership team, you will deliver clinical leadership when required and play a vital role in designing and shaping new services. Collaboration with senior staff in the Adult Psychology and Psychological Therapies Service will ensure the effective implementation of best practice.</p>



  <h3>Main duties of the job</h3>
  <p>You will independently manage complex cases as an autonomous practitioner, applying guidelines, policies, and research, and seeking consultation when needed. You will support capacity monitoring and caseload management within the Rehabilitation Pathway to ensure efficiency and equitable access.</p><p>Responsibilities include providing expert consultancy to staff and professionals on assessment, case formulation, and interventions; delivering specialised psychological assessments and treatments; and participating in multidisciplinary discussions and planning. You will deputise for senior colleagues as agreed.</p><p>You will identify training needs, contribute to the service's development strategy, and deliver teaching and training as required. Additionally, you will ensure teams have access to an evidence-based framework for understanding and supporting clients with severe and enduring mental health difficulties through advice, consultation, and dissemination of specialist knowledge.</p>



  <h3>About us</h3>
  <p>At <strong>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</strong>, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:</p><ul><li><strong>Flexible working options</strong> to help you balance work and life</li><li><strong>NHS pension scheme</strong> for long-term financial security</li><li><strong>Generous annual leave allowance</strong> to recharge and relax</li><li>A strong focus on <strong>career development</strong> to help you grow and achieve your potential</li></ul><p>Additionally, you'll gain access to our <strong>Blue Light Card</strong>, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.</p><p>We are proud to foster a <strong>diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce</strong>, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.</p><p><strong>Why Somerset?</strong> Somerset offers the perfect blend of <strong>idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty</strong>, and <strong>breathtaking coastlines</strong>, with vibrant cities like <strong>Bristol</strong>, <strong>Bath</strong>, and <strong>Exeter </strong>just a short drive away - and only two hours to <strong>London</strong>.</p><p>The region is home to excellent <strong>educational facilities</strong>, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.</p><p><strong>Somerset truly has it all</strong> - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.</p>


      
        
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  <p>01 December 2025</p>

  
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  <p>184-OL-GR-3200</p>
  

  
    
      
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      <p>Broadway House</p>
      <p>Broadway Park</p>
      <p>Bridgwater</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA6 5LX</p>
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          <li>Significant specialist post qualification experience in the field of severe mental illness.Experience of work across service settings and agencies.Supervision experience with all grades of staff.Experience of Service Development/Project Work</li>
          
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            <li>Consultancy work in multi-professional settings.Service development/ project work.R&amp;D work in specialist area.Experience managing Services</li>
            
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          <li>Own transport available for work purposes.Full UK driving licence.</li>
          
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            <li>Accreditation in NICE approved therapy, e.g. CBT or CAT</li>
            
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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>
  

  
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    <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>
  

  
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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>
      

      
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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>
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    <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
    <h3>Address</h3>
    
      
      <p>Broadway House</p>
      <p>Broadway Park</p>
      <p>Bridgwater</p>
      <p>Somerset</p>
      <p>TA6 5LX</p>
    
  

  
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        <p>Somerset NHS Foundation Trust</p>
        <h3>Address</h3>
        
          
          <p>Broadway House</p>
          <p>Broadway Park</p>
          <p>Bridgwater</p>
          <p>Somerset</p>
          <p>TA6 5LX</p>
        
      

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

Clinical Psychologist - Rehabilitation Pathway

<p>Staff Partners are currently looking for <strong>Mental Health Support Workers</strong> with a passion for delivering outstanding care.</p> <p>We are supporting a Private mental health hospital in the <strong>Taunton</strong> covering all aspects of Mental Health. At Staff Partners we have nationwide contracts with some of the largest, and most highly regarded private institutions in the country. Because of this, we are looking for enthusiastic Support Workers to begin picking up work as soon as possible.</p> <p>Both ADHOC work and Block bookings are available, and we are keen to find the best fit for you. We have a quick, easy and free compliance process, please dont hesitate to get in touch.</p> <p><strong>Please do not apply if you do not have a current PMVA Certificate. Applicants without will not be considered.</strong></p> <p><strong>Main Duties:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Provide care to people with mental health conditions</li> <li>Learn about individuals specific needs &amp; provide help in the most appropriate way</li> <li>Assist with medical &amp; welfare needs</li> <li>Report on medical &amp; welfare needs as required</li> <li>Safeguard</li> </ul> <p><strong>You will have </strong></p> <p> Knowledge of the Mental Health Act</p> <p> Patient centric &amp; commitment to delivering high quality care</p> <p> Fine tuned decision making skills</p> <p> Excellent organisational capability</p> <p> Effective communication skills</p> <p> Flexibility and a strong can do attitude</p> <p><strong>Why work with Staff Partners:</strong></p> <p> Excellent hourly rates</p> <p> Weekly pay</p> <p> As many shifts as you would like</p> <p> Be the first to hear about shifts we are preferred suppliers to many hospitals/sites</p> <p> Block bookings available</p> <p> A free fast track and very easy registration process</p> <p> Your own specialist consultant</p> <p> Training and support</p> <p> Excellent referral bonus</p> <p>For more information or to have a confidential chat on how I could help please feel free to contact me (Leanne) at Staff Partners</p>

Mental Health Support Worker

<p>Location: Covering across residential homes, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, Torquay, Plymouth &amp; Dorset</p> <p>We all know that the Coronavirus is changing the way we go about our everyday lives but, at The Cambian Group, there is one thing that doesn't change - our absolute commitment to the children and young people in our care.</p> <p>We are making sure that the support we offer is constant, reliable and of the highest quality and it is our fantastic staff who are making this happen.</p> <p>Amidst all the uncertainty, as everything we do changes, how about changing your story too and, in turn, help to change the lives of our children and young people?</p> <p>Cambian Group, the UK's largest provider of specialist services in children's residential care, education, mental health rehabilitation and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated individual to join the company as a Mental Health Practitioner. The post will require someone with previous experience of working in CAMHS settings, specifically within Looked After Children's services.</p> <p>We offer excellent training and career progression opportunities as well as a variety of staff benefits.</p> <p>Job Role</p> <p>You will be providing a therapeutic service to young people placed within community residential setting by assessing and identifying their needs and meeting them through consultation and training to Residential and Care staff, direct therapeutic work, care planning and management in conjunction with the Multi-disciplinary team.</p> <p>Dependant on your experience you may be required to supervise other Mental Health Practitioners, Clinical Psychology Trainees, Healthcare Students, and Assistants.</p> <p>The core of your role you will be providing specialist assessments of children and young people within the residential setting. So, subsequently, you will formulate and implement plans of therapeutic intervention/management of children and young people's presentation based on psychological understanding the difficulties within the current evidence-based practice, in conjunction with the wider MDT at the setting.</p> <p>Further duties are described in the attached Job Description.</p> <p>Candidate Profile</p> <p>We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated, forward thinking Mental Health Practitioner to join our friendly team.</p> <p>Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed.</p> <p>Essential:</p> <p> Registered with the relevant professional organisation (HCPC, NMC)</p> <p> Be a strong team player, with excellent communication skills</p> <p> Have excellent communication, organisational and time management skills</p> <p>Beneficial</p> <p> Previous experience in working with children &amp; adolescents is advantageous</p> <p> CAMHS experience</p>

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