Lead Paediatric Psychologist – Long-Term Conditions

Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Brighton; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional mental health service provider is seeking a Band 8a Psychologist to lead the Long-Term Conditions segment within the Paediatric Psychological Support Service at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton. This role involves managing a clinical caseload, supervising junior staff, and fostering collaborations with healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will possess doctoral-level qualifications in applied psychology, professional registration, and experience with children in health contexts. Flexible working arrangements are available to support a balanced work/life dynamic.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in psychological assessment and treatment in various care settings.
• Registered Practitioner Psychologist with HPC.
• Experience with multicultural client groups.

Responsibilities

• Supervise band 7 psychologists and trainees.
• Manage clinical caseload of 4 cases weekly.
• Liaise with medical teams and social services.

Skills

Working with children

Specialist psychological assessment

Supervision of clinical cases

Cultural competency in psychology

Research methodology knowledge

Education

Doctoral level training in applied psychology

Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist

Tools

Clinical supervision tools

Job description

A regional mental health service provider is seeking a Band 8a Psychologist to lead the Long-Term Conditions segment within the Paediatric Psychological Support Service at the Royal Alexandra Children's Hospital in Brighton. This role involves managing a clinical caseload, supervising junior staff, and fostering collaborations with healthcare teams. The ideal candidate will possess doctoral-level qualifications in applied psychology, professional registration, and experience with children in health contexts. Flexible working arrangements are available to support a balanced work/life dynamic.