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Are you an experienced Senior Psychologist looking for a new challenge in a rewarding environment, where you can make a real difference? If so, then join the team at Gateway Recovery Centre in Widnes, Cheshire as a Lead Psychologist and enjoy support from a regional network of Psychologists as you flourish in your career. With experience from the NHS or the private sector as a Senior or Lead Psychologist, you will carry a caseload that includes assessing service users with complex needs and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within mental health care services. What you will be doing: You will work 37.5 hours a week as the Lead Psychologist for a service for men and women with complex mental health needs. As a Lead Psychologist, you will be responsible for the psychological provision of the hospital, including individual and group interventions, diagnostic and cognitive assessments, MDT working, and risk assessments. You'll lead the psychology department in providing a variety of therapeutic approaches to service users, including CBT and third-wave therapies, EMDR, and DBT, and will provide guidance, support and supervision to your team of Psychologists, therapists, Assistant Psychologists, and Trainee Psychologists, including responsibility for mentoring and their training (with support from the Learning &amp; Development Team). You will also work as part of MDTs, supporting the clinical teams in the care provision of service users across the hospital. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork, supervision and CPD, with support from a regional network of Psychologists. As a Lead Psychologist you will be: <ul> <li>Responsible for the delivery of highly specialist psychological care to service users with complex and contentious mental health conditions, in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.</li><li>Working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team and ensure that the service users' engagement in their care pathway.</li><li>Supporting clinical team working, including both direct and indirect interventions, such as, delivery of staff training programmes.</li><li>Supporting the clinical team and area of service in developing new initiatives and ways of working.</li><li>Taking a key role in psychology service developments, providing an evidence-based approach to new clinical initiatives.</li><li>Undertaking risk assessment and risk management for individual service users and providing highly specialist advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment/management.</li><li>Maximising current opportunities to make improvements to the service area.</li><li>Leading the recruitment of psychology staff.</li><li>Attending and contributing to Clinical Leads and Hospital Governance Meetings</li><li>Supporting in the development and implementation of policies that enhance staff safety and risk management.</li><li>Working with internal and external agencies in order to enhance treatment pathways for service users.</li></ul> To be successful as a Lead Psychologist, you'll have: <ul> <li>To be registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.</li><li>Successful completion of a Doctorate level qualification in applied psychology either through the British Psychological Society or a recognised training body, enabling registration with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.</li><li>Proficiency in assessing, formulating, and working therapeutically with service users.</li><li>Ability to identify and proactively resolve problems and challenges within the service.</li><li>Experience in supervising others, including junior and sernior members of the psychology team.</li><li>High level knowledge and expertise in working with trauma</li><li>Experience in working with people with complex mental health and social needs that are relevant to the population in the service area.</li><li>Proficiency in psychological assessments and formulation skills and an aptitude for learning new assessment methods</li><li>Competency in cognitive functioning/management tools and formulation</li><li> Experience implementing a range of highly specialist psychological assessments and therapies.</li><li>Experience in risk assessments, including violence and sexual risk assessments, such as HCR-20 or RSVP assessments.</li></ul> Where you will be working: Location: Bennett's Lane, Widnes, Warrington, WA8 0GT The service is commutable from Preston, Blackburn, Rochdale, Bolton, Manchester, Stockport, Warrington, Cheshire, Liverpool You will be working at the Gateway Recovery Centre, a state-of-the-art facility which provides care for men and women with complex mental health requirements. The hospital is split into four distinct areas: <ul> <li>Male Autism Service for the challenging and complex needs of adults with Autism and Asperger's syndrome</li><li>Assessment and rehabilitation for women with complex mental health needs and personality difficulties</li><li>Specialist inpatient service for older men with complex mental health and physical health needs.</li><li>Low secure care setting for men with a mental illness with or without personality disorder/mild LD</li></ul> You will be working alongside the team with the aim to improve the mental health and wellbeing of service users and to help them develop and maintain healthy relationships with others. Gateway Recovery Centre will work to reduce risk behaviours associated with mental health conditions so that our patients can ultimately live successful and fulfilling lives within the community. What you will get: <li>Annual salary of up to £70,000 to £75,000</li><li>The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off!</li><li>Flexible working opportunities considered</li><li>Free meals and parking</li><li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li><li>Career development and training with access to regular clinical supervision, continuous training opportunities, shape and lead service developmentPension con</li>

Lead Psychologist

Aspiring Child Psychologist - Guildford - Graduates and Trainees - Psychology - Criminology - SEMH - SEN - Special Needs - Mental HealthAre you a recent Psychology Graduate looking to kick-start your career in the Mental Health Sector?Are you looking for a role where you can support the mental health of vulnerable young and at-risk young people? A well-respected specialist school near Guildford is looking for an Aspiring Child Psychologist to support children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. The students range between 10 and 16 years old, and face a range of SEMH needs, and challenges including trauma, anxiety, OCD, and behavioural issues. The students therefore need an Intervention and Pastoral Assistant who will be dedicated to being a consistent role model, is committed to building strong relationships, is empathetic and up for a challenge! The school is located in the beautiful Surrey Hills of Guildford and has on-site parking. As an Aspiring Child Psychologist, you must be open-minded, resilient, and knowledgeable about mental health. The perfect candidate will have experience with SEN children and/or adults in any setting. Graduates in Psychology, Criminology or Counselling would also be perfect for this position. If you are looking to kick-start your career in Psychology, Mental Health or Education, then this role is the perfect opportunity for you graduates and trainees. You really will be having a positive impact on the lives of children and young people who need it most. Start date ASAP 89- 105 per day, Mon-Fri, 8.30am-4pm, term time only Excellent on-site training, support and CPD is provided to ensure safeguarding of all students You MUST have right to work in the UK in order to apply - no Visa sponsorship Must be able to travel to Guildford / surrounding areasApply now or contact Judith Oakley at Academics Ltd: (phone number removed) (url removed)Candidates registering with Academics Ltd will need to have or apply for an Enhanced DBS and/or overseas police check where appropriate. Aspiring Child Psychologist - Graduates and Trainees - Guildford

Aspiring Child Psychologist

Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference and changes lives for the better? Join the team at The Chimneys as a Clinical Psychologist and Head of Therapies and enjoy support from a regional network of healthcare professionals. You will be working at The Chimneys a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services (higher support needs). The Chimneys is a 23 bed service, set across two wards. The service supports women who have a mental health need and/or a diagnosis of a Personality Disorder. People may also have other co-morbid diagnoses such as mild learning disability and co-existing physical health conditions or be transitioning from CAMHS services. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and CPD at The Chimneys, where you will have continuous access to a range of training opportunities to move your career forward. You will be responsible for the overall clinical leadership of the therapies team at The Chimneys which will include developing of clinical pathways, clinical governance and provision of high-quality clinical supervisions. You will be responsible for the systemic development and provision of specialist psychological and occupational therapy services for service users, including the development and provision of services that meet the agreed service priorities. As a member of the Senior Management Team, you will lead and oversee the specialised psychological programme and the transdisciplinary team where you will provide supervision and training to your peers to ensure they understand the concepts and principles underpinning the framework and the specialised skills required to work successfully within this service model. You will have experience and knowledge in carrying a designated caseload, including assessing service users with complex needs, and designing and delivering specialist psychological treatment within a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services. We value your professional growth and offer numerous career development opportunities. Our extensive range of courses is designed to help you grow and succeed in your career. It's a career that brings pride and fulfilment a true representation of what delivering great healthcare should feel like. As part of the senior leadership you will be required as part of your duties to have on call responsibilities. As a Clinical Psychologist Therapy Lead, you will be: <ul> <li>Deliver strategic and clinical strategies to grow and further develop a Level 2 mental health rehabilitation inpatient services care pathway.</li><li>Support in regional development projects</li><li>Identify and develop new services</li><li>Ensure all non-medical therapeutic approaches are underpinned by a conceptual model, have an empirical evidence base, and that their effectiveness is measured.</li><li>Ensure that all members of the Multi-disciplinary team have access to and understanding of the concepts and principles underpinning framework and the specialised skills</li><li>Working autonomously to provide a specialist psychology service to service users as agreed by Consultant Psychiatrist, and in discussion with wider MDT</li></ul> To be successful in this role you will need: <ul> <li>Doctoral Degree in Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychology</li><li>Further training in at least one relevant specialist therapy</li><li>Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council</li><li>Knowledge of current national policies, legislation, and professional standards in practice.</li><li>Chartered Member of the BPS</li><li>Evidence of engagement in ABI networks.</li><li>Post-doctoral level knowledge and application of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis</li></ul> What you will get: <ul> <li>Offering competitive annual salary</li><li>25 days annual leave (inc Bank Holidays) - plus your birthday off!</li><li>Free meals and parking</li><li>Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a great work-life balance.</li><li>24 hour GP Service to ensure you are the best you can be</li><li>Career development and training to help you achieve your career goals.</li><li>Pension contribution to secure your future.</li><li>Life Assurance for added peace of mind.</li><li>Enhanced Maternity Package so you can truly enjoy this special time.</li></ul> There is also a range of other benefits including retail discounts, special offers and much more. About your next employer: You will be working for an established, stable and agile company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities &amp; Autism, Children &amp; Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally. Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person's individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure.

Therapy Lead Clinical Psychologist

These assessments can be done remotely and are offered outside IR35.If you are interested in this work please send your updated CV in the first instance. JBG81_UKTJ . click apply for full job details

South East Council - Educational Psychologist

The Senior Psychologist will lead the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based psychological interventions for service users with complex trauma presentations. As a clinical specialist, you will provide expert assessment, formulation, and intervention, ensuring that psychological care is tailored to the needs of asylum seekers and refugees. Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri Duration: 12 months FTC, with possibility of 3-year extension (subject to project funding) Location: Birmingham/Sandwell (5-day in-person role working in the project clinic) Salary: £52,866.48 - £64,614.57 per annum Job Purpose: A key aspect of the role is clinical leadership, including supervision and training for psychologists, assistant psychologists, and caseworkers to ensure psychological principles inform all aspects of service delivery. The postholder will drive the integration of trauma-informed practices, contribute to clinical governance, and support outcome monitoring. They will also play a pivotal role in supporting pathways for stabilisation and trauma-focused therapy. Working closely with the Mental Health Activity Manager (MHAM) to uphold clinical standards, the Senior Psychologist will focus on the direct provision and supervision of psychological interventions, rather than broader operational and service management functions. Additionally, they will engage with external stakeholders to promote best practices in psychological care and facilitate seamless referral pathways. Knowledge, Skills &amp; Experience: Knowledge: <ul> <li>Doctorate in Clinical/ Forensic/ Counselling Psychology with HCPC registration.</li> <li>Further advanced training in relevant specialist treatment delivery (e.g. CBT, EMDR, NET)</li> <li>Advanced expertise in complex trauma, PTSD, and comorbid mental health conditions, particularly in refugee and asylum-seeking populations.</li> <li>In-depth understanding of trauma-informed care models, stabilization techniques, and stepped-care approaches.</li> <li>Extensive knowledge of evidence-based trauma therapies, including TF-CBT, EMDR, NET, and third-wave approaches.</li> <li>Strong working knowledge of safeguarding policies, risk assessment protocols, and ethical guidelines (e.g., HCPC, BPS, NICE guidelines).</li> <li>Understanding of mental health policy, advocacy, and service commissioning within humanitarian and third-sector settings.</li> </ul> Skills: <ul> <li>Highly developed clinical assessment, formulation, and treatment planning skills for complex cases.</li> <li>Strong leadership, mentoring, and clinical supervision abilities to support junior psychologists and multidisciplinary teams.</li> <li>High-level risk assessment and crisis intervention competencies.</li> <li>Strong interdisciplinary teamwork, with the ability to liaise effectively with external agencies and humanitarian stakeholders.</li> <li>Proficiency in research, audit, and data-driven service evaluation to support evidence-based practice.</li> <li>Highly developed skills in effectively communicating complex, ethically sensitive, and clinically relevant information both orally and in writing to clients, their families, carers, and professional colleagues across different healthcare and humanitarian settings.</li> </ul> Experience: <ul> <li>At least three years of post-qualification experience, with significant experience delivering trauma-focused therapy.</li> <li>Experience providing clinical leadership and supervision to Psychologists, Assistant Psychologists, or trainees.</li> <li>Demonstrated ability to manage high-risk and complex clinical cases.</li> <li>Strong record of multidisciplinary team collaboration and policy engagement.</li> <li>Experience working with refugees, asylum seekers, or survivors of trafficking and torture.</li> <li>Research, service evaluation, or policy development experience.</li> <li>Prior work in humanitarian, NGO, or third-sector organisations would be an asset to the role</li> <li>Experience in the practical use of personal IT equipment and Microsoft Office 365 suite. The ability to effectively collaborate and communicate within a hybrid working environment utilising Teams, SharePoint, One Drive and Yammer.</li> </ul> Right to work in the UK - Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. HOW TO APPLY: Please apply on our website by submitting a copy of your CV together with a letter of motivation (please upload as one document) by the closing date: Friday 25 July 2025, 11.59pm (BST) Incomplete applications will not be considered. We look forward to receiving your application!

Senior Psychologist

Educational Psychologist 9 month interim contract - Inside IR35 £628 per day South West, Local Authority Hybrid or remote Due to an increase in service demand, this local authority is looking for additional capacity to support the team as they carry out statutory assessments. There is opportunity for a number of excellent Educational Psychologists to join for a long standing contract from September 2025. Your duties as Educational Psychologist: <ul> <li>The carry out statutory assessments including school visits</li> <li>To manage demand of plans and time allocation</li> <li>Complete minimum one plan a week</li> </ul> Experience needed as Educational Psychologist: <ul> <li>Must have previous experience as an EP within a Local Authority setting</li> <li>Degree in Educational Psychology</li> <li>Registered HCPC</li> </ul> If you re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please reach out on (phone number removed) or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact) Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.

Educational Psychologist

Locum Educational Psychologist Somerset (In-Person Work Only) Up to £1250 per day Outside IR35 Flexible Locum Opportunity Leaders in Care is expanding our Locum Educational Psychology Project Team and we are now inviting applications from HCPC-registered Educational Psychologists who are available for face-to-face work in Somerset click apply for full job details

Educational Psychologist - BNES F2F

Band 8a Clinical Psychologist - Make a Difference in Crisis &amp; Home Treatment Care We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our client's team within a Crisis and Home Treatment Service in West London. If you're ready to embrace a rewarding role that offers challenge, autonomy, and the chance to support individuals during their most vulnerable moments-you've just found it. Top-Level Details: <ul> <li> Job Title: Clinical Psychologist </li><li> Band: 8a </li><li> Location: West London </li><li> Team: Crisis &amp; Home Treatment </li><li> Duration: 3 months (likely extension) </li><li> Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm </li><li> Start Date: ASAP </li><li> Rate of Pay: £35 p/h umbrella </li><li> Essential Requirements: HCPC registration and experience in adult mental health </li></ul> A Day in the Life in Crisis Mental Health Care: As a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist working within a Crisis and Home Treatment Team, your role will be vital in delivering high-quality psychological support to adults experiencing acute mental health episodes. Your day may begin with MDT handovers and planning urgent care pathways. You'll carry out rapid psychological assessments, support crisis de-escalation, and deliver focused therapeutic interventions. Your expertise will shape care plans, guide risk management strategies, and support discharge planning to ensure continuity of care at home. You'll also provide formulation-based input during MDT discussions, working alongside psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and support staff. In the afternoon, you may be called upon to offer guidance on complex presentations or review patients in their homes or in the community. Through your clinical input, you'll help reduce hospital admissions, shorten crisis episodes, and empower individuals to stabilise in their own environment. Requirements and Qualifications: <ul> <li> Registration: HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist </li><li> Experience: Significant experience in adult mental health, ideally within crisis, HTT or CMHT settings </li><li> Skills: Strong assessment, formulation, and short-term intervention skills </li><li> Teamwork: Ability to collaborate closely within multidisciplinary settings </li><li> Commitment: A compassionate approach to crisis recovery and patient-centred care </li></ul> Why work with Hunter? <ul> <li> Work with the UK's most experienced mental health recruitment team </li><li> Access exclusive roles across NHS and private sectors </li><li> Get paid promptly and reliably every week </li><li> Receive personalised support from consultants who understand your field </li><li> Benefit from fast-track compliance and onboarding </li></ul> This is your opportunity to make a real difference in a fast-paced and meaningful clinical setting. If you're ready to take on this challenge, apply now!Email Cameron McCoy at Or call to discuss the role further.

Band 8a Psychologist role

Clinical / Counselling Psychologist (Part-Time)Salary: £48,250 - £58,250 (pro rata, dependent on experience)Contract Type: Permanent - Part-Time (15 hours per week)Location: Southampton, Hampshire Are you a compassionate, HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist looking for a flexible part-time opportunity? We are currently seeking a dynamic professional to join a multidisciplinary team at a well-established inpatient mental health facility in Southampton. This is a rewarding role supporting individuals experiencing acute mental health difficulties and eating disorders. What You'll Be Doing: <ul> <li> Individual Therapy: Provide one-to-one psychological interventions on a specialist inpatient eating disorder ward. </li><li> Group Therapy: Lead and facilitate evidence-based therapeutic groups across both eating disorder and general adult acute mental health wards. </li><li> Reflective Practice: Participate in and facilitate reflective sessions, including regular DBT consultation meetings. </li></ul> Desirable Skills &amp; Experience: <ul> <li> Experience delivering therapy groups based on CBT, DBT, and/or ACT frameworks </li><li> Previous work in NHS outpatient or inpatient mental health services </li><li> Interest or experience in eating disorder treatment (desirable but not essential) </li></ul> This role offers a chance to gain unique experience in acute mental health and specialist eating disorder care, with support and development from an experienced psychology team.

Clinical / Counselling Psychologist

Location of assessments BedfordshireSalary Package: 550 - 600Benefits for the Locum Educational Psychologist:<ul><li>Flexible working - Hybrid working </li><li>Locum flexible statutory work</li><li>Educational Psychology assessments</li><li>High pay of 600 per day</li><li>Supportive team of people</li><li>Fast Payments</li><li>Can pay to your LTD or umbrella</li><li>You can start as soon as possible if available</li></ul>NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable local authorities in the Bedfordshire area in order to help them find a Locum Educational Psychologist for the team. They are a well established, strong and supportive team. This role is a hybrid working role, you will have to carry out assessments in person and write the reports from home. Responsibilities of the Locum Educational Psychologist:<ul><li>EHCN assessments, statutory work</li></ul>Requirements:Must have in-depth knowledge of statutory frameworks in relation with EHCP childrenMust be a registered educational psychologistMust have experience with carrying out locum educational psychology assessmentsPlease send your CV over to (url removed) or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a 200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.

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