Assistant Psychologist

Antistatique; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Bournemouth is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to support the Dorset All Age Eating Disorder Service. This fixed-term position involves providing professional psychological care, conducting assessments under supervision, and participating in project work. Ideal candidates will have a degree in psychology and skills in independent work. The role requires flexibility to travel between community sites and offers the chance to contribute to meaningful work in mental health services.

Qualifications

• Experience in psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to team guidelines.
• Skills in administration and project contributions.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological care under supervision.
• Conduct audits and collect data.
• Teach and contribute to project work.

Skills

Independent work

Data collection and analysis

Interpersonal skills

Understanding of eating disorders

Education

Relevant psychology degree

Job description

Overview

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and motivated band 4 Assistant Psychologist to join our Dorset All Age Eating Disorder Service (DAEDS) Community Team, based at Spring Court, Kings Park Hospital. DAEDS offers treatment to people of all ages from across Dorset (including Bournemouth and Poole) with moderate to severe eating disorders registered with GP practices within Dorset. This service is designed to help individuals, and their families/carers, overcome a range of different eating disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional psychological care, including assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychologist;
• Work independently according to a plan agreed with a qualified psychologist and within the overall framework of the Team's policies and procedures;
• Assist in clinically‑related administration, conducting audits, collecting data and statistics, and developing audit and/or research projects;
• Teach and contribute to project work.

Eligibility & Application Notes

If you are interested in this role, and have any questions please contact Dr Elspeth Darley, Senior Counselling Psychologist.

The Assistant Psychologist post is a fixed‑term contract based at Spring Court, Kings Park Hospital, Bournemouth. DAEDS has an additional site at Trinity Court, Trinity Street Dorchester so flexibility to travel between community bases would be ideal.

This is a fixed‑term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

About Dorset HealthCare

boute At Dorset HealthCare we are 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. We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us outstanding in 2019. Its 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.

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.

Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teachddangos 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.

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.

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