Assistant Psychologist

Sabp; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

The Meadows in Epsom, part of Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, is seeking an Assistant Psychologist on a fixed-term, part-time basis. You will work under a Clinical Psychologist, contribute to group interventions and 1:1 support for older adults with dementia-related needs.

As a Band 4 role, you will join a multidisciplinary team and have opportunities for professional development, with formal supervision and access to a wide range of staff networks.

Qualifications

• Experience designing projects and analysing outputs.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision of a Clinical Psychologist, contribute to patients' journeys back to health.
• Delivery of group interventions and 1:1 intervention with supervision.
• Collection of outcome measures and cognitive screening assessments.

Skills

Collaborative working

Project design

Data analysis

Holistic care focus

Education

BPS-accredited Psychology degree 2.1+

Tools

SPSS for Windows

Job description

Job summary

The Meadows is a three bedded assessment and treatment unit for older adults (generally over the age of 65) who are either living with dementia related and dementia related mental health challenges or who are experiencing mental health difficulties. The Meadows aims to provide person-centred care that fosters the patients' respect, dignity, privacy and spirituality by providing holistic support within a multi-disciplinary team framework.

We are pleased to advertise a vacancy for an Assistant Psychologist to join us on The Meadows. You will be joining an enthusiastic, supportive and well-staffed Therapies Team, which includes Speech and Language Therapy, Dietetics, Activity Coordinators, Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy.

Main duties of the job

The post would suit a keen, energetic individual who is passionate about the psychological care and well-being of older adults who are acutely unwell. Under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist, the post holder will be responsible for contributing to patients' journeys back to health. This role is diverse and includes delivery of group interventions, development of Positive Behaviour Support plans, 1:1 intervention and support (with supervision), cognitive screening assessments and taking responsibility for the collection of outcome measures. It also involves working together with other members of the multi-disciplinary team, as well as with carers and external agencies e.g. care homes, support agencies, social services. The post-holder will also be part of the wider Older Adults Psychological Services department. There is both substantial formal supervision and informal support, including an Assistant Psychologist group and excellent opportunities for professional development within the Trust. Please note that all interviews will be held in person on The Meadows - no exceptions are able to be made.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Details

Date posted: 21 October 2026 Pay scheme: Agenda for change Band: Band 4 Salary: £29,812 to £32,715 a year incl 5% Fringe HCAS Contract: Fixed term Duration: 12 months Working pattern: Part-time Reference number: 325-28112463-HOSP

Essential Experience

• Experience of working in relevant area, either voluntary or paid
• Experience of working collaboratively with others
• Experience in designing projects and analysing the outputs
• Competent in the use of SPSS for Windows including setting up databases, statistical analysis and presentation of results
• Evidence of being passionate about ensuring a high-quality holistic approach to the provision of psychological care and support to people who use services within the specified clinical area

Essential Qualifications

• Psychology degree accredited by BPS at 2.1 or above OR Psychology degree accredited by BPS at 2.2 and additional relevant Masters qualification OR Degree plus master's level conversion qualification accredited by BPS (BPS - British Psychological Society)

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: Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Address: The Meadows, Horton Lane, Epsom, KT19 8PT, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://www.sabp.nhs.uk/working-for-us

For questions about the job, contact:

Clinical Psychologist Kirstie Naomi Chandler, [e-mail], 01372203425

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