Assistant Psychologist

South West Yorkshire Partnership Teaching Nhs Foundation Trust; Calverley; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

The Calderdale CAMHS Neurodevelopmental Assessment Teams at South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust are seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to support diagnostic assessments of children with autism or ADHD, working alongside Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists and other professionals.

You will contribute to school observations, assessments (QB test, WISC-V/WAIS-V), multidisciplinary discussions, and service improvements.

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Psychology (2:1) required.
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Practical experience with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
• Desirable: experience administering neuropsychological assessments.

Responsibilities

• Complete school observations and assist in assessment clinics.
• Administer QB test and cognitive assessments (e.g., WISC-V, WAIS-V).
• Contribute to MDT discussions and service improvements/audits.
• Provide support for clinical supervision and training within the team.

Job description

Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to join Calderdale CAMHS Neurodevelopmental Assessment Teams. The team offers diagnostic assessments to children where there are concerns regarding Autism Spectrum Conditions or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. The post holder will be a fully integrated member of the multidisciplinary team and work alongside our qualified Clinical Psychologists, Speech and Language Therapists, and Specialist Mental Health Practitioners and Neurodevelopmental Practitioners to assist with a variety of clinical tasks. The role would suit those who love working with children and young people and have an interest in diagnostic assessments alongside psychological formulations. We are also looking for applicants who intend to pursue a career in clinical psychology and who wish to apply for the doctorate training. Appropriate training will be provided and you will receive regular clinical supervision from a clinical psychologist. All employees of the Trust are strongly encouraged to have their up-to-date flu vaccination to protect staff and patients. If you would like to speak to someone about this post please contact Dr Paula Clarke, Clinical psychologist on 01484 262380.

Main duties of the job

The role will include, but is not limited to, completing school observations, assisting in assessment clinics, administering the QB test and cognitive assessments, such as the WISC-V and WAIS-V, contributing to multidisciplinary team discussions and taking part service improvements, evaluation and audit. You will need to be highly motivated, a quick learner and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. You will also need to have a good understanding of the key features of autism and ADHD. At the time of advertising, this role does not meet the minimum requirements (salary threshold or occupational requirements) set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. For this reason, unfortunately we are unable to sponsor anyone on a visa for this role at this moment in time. We are happy to accept applications from candidates who can prove their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes. Such applications will be considered alongside all other applications.

About us

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the west Yorkshire secure provider collaborative. Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities, we do this by providing high-quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non-clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers. We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups, we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities. Being a foundation Trust means we are accountable to our members, who can have a say in how we are run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust. Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment. We do reserve the right to close vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

Details

Date posted: 30 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £28,392 to £31,157 a year Pro Rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number: C9378-CK2580

Job locations: Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre, Great Albion Street, Halifax, HX1 1YR, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Clinical responsibilities include protocol based psychological assessments of clients, assisting in the formulation and delivery of care plans, assisting in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups or clinical projects, working with other staff to assess community patients, and attending and contributing to multi-disciplinary meetings.

Person specification

Essential qualifications

• An Honours degree in Psychology (2:1).
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.

Essential experience

• Practical experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities and/or psychological/behavioural/neurological problems.

Desirable experience

• Experience of paid work in direct care provision, particularly in the care group of the specialty of this post.
• Experience of administering and scoring neuropsychological assessments.

Essential personal attributes

• An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines.
• An ability to interact effectively with people with mental health problems or learning disabilities.
• Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
• Able to travel throughout the catchment area, without unnecessary delays.
• A current driving licence and access to a car during the working day is essential (reasonable adjustments will be considered for any applicants who are unable to drive due to a disability).

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: South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

Address: Laura Mitchell Health and Wellbeing Centre, Great Albion Street, Halifax, HX1 1YR, United Kingdom

For questions about the job, contact: Claire McGuinness, [e-mail], 01484262380