Assistant Psychologist

Nightingale Hammerson; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Bradford is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support and enhance the psychological care of patients. The role involves assessments, clinical formulation, and developing treatment programmes. Candidates should have at least a 2:1 degree in Psychology and be BPS accredited. Salary is £27,825 per year with benefits including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

Discounts (e.g., NHS card)

Free meals on shift

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to assessments, scoring and reporting.
• Assist the Qualified Psychologist with clinical formulation and care plans.
• Plan, deliver, and evaluate individual/group programmes.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in interdisciplinary teams

Passionate about learning

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above)

Master's degree in Psychology (preferable)

Job description

Overview

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

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 Hospital Wyke

Cygnet Hospital Wyke provides a comprehensive pathway of acute admissions services for men. Our team works closely and collaboratively with service users, their families and the referrer to provide a seamless pathway from referral to discharge.

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 with:

• 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’re 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 Master’s degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)

Why Cygnet? We’ll offer you…

• Salary: £27,825pa
• 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.

Salary / Benefits: From: £27,825 To: £27,825 per year