Assistant Psychologist

NHS; Baildon; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a full-time Assistant Psychologist to support the psychological care of patients. The ideal candidate will be degree-qualified in Psychology and BPS accredited. This role includes contributing to assessments, implementing care plans, and delivering programs. The salary is £28,613 per year with excellent benefits and career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Free meals on shift

CPD opportunities

Clinical supervision and peer support

Qualifications

• Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable).
• Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role.
• Strong academic background.

Responsibilities

• Support and enhance psychological care of patients.
• Contribute to assessments and reporting.
• Plan and deliver individual/group programmes.

Skills

Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above)

BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited

Experience in health care

Passionate about learning

Education

Master's degree in Psychology (preferable)

Job description

We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You’ll be working full time, 40 hours a week, Monday to Friday, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Elowen Hospital.

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2 864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service‑user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details – Date posted: 05 November 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £28,613 to £28,613 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: VPD1308BB7

Location: Shipley, DE75 7JH

Job responsibilities

We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Elowen Hospital.

This role will be working 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.

You’ll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.

Cygnet Elowen Hospital, our new hospital for adults located in Derbyshire, exemplifies our commitment to excellence in health care. Opening in 2025, this new service will offer a safe and secure care pathway tailored for individuals with eating disorders, as well as those with complex personality disorders with disordered eating.

Your Day‑to‑Day

• We are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist.
• Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written)
• Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment
• Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes
• Administration, audit, research and service development

We are looking for someone who is

• Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent
• BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited
• Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role
• Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)

Why Cygnet? We offer you

• Salary: £28,613 pa
• Company pension scheme
• A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card
• Most of our sites provide free meals on shift
• Internal and external CPD opportunities
• Opportunities to become involved in research
• Clinical supervision and peer support

Requirements

Contracted hours: 40 per week

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

This vacancy may close prior to this date if a large number of applications are received.

Cygnet Health Care has been providing a national network of high quality specialist services for over 30 years. In this role you’ll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Employer details

Employer name: Cygnet Health Care

Address: Shipley, DE75 7JH

Website: https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/