Assistant Psychologist

Practice Plus Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Leeds is seeking a full-time Assistant Psychologist to join their mental health team at HMP Leeds. This role involves supporting the management of conditions such as PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £32,346 per annum and includes extensive training and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Bespoke induction training

Competency framework

Career development opportunities

Learning Management System access

Qualifications

• Experience supporting individuals with PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, and Trauma.
• Ability to work in a challenging environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to mental health support.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of mental health conditions in a prison environment.
• Assist the Regional Psychologist with patient care.
• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Support for mental health conditions

Ability to work collaboratively

Experience in psychology

Job description

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Leeds, a busy category B prison located in Armley. HMP Leeds has a capacity of around 1,100 males.

This is a rare opportunity to join the team, working alongside the Regional Psychologist and wider team, delivering an outstanding service to patients. This role offers the chance to work in an ever-changing, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting the management of conditions such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, etc.

Hours:

This is a full-time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 16:00.

Salary:

This position is full-time, with an annual salary of up to £32,346 per annum, depending on experience.

How will we support you?

• Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
• Competency framework
• Regional and national career development opportunities
• Access to our bespoke Learning Management System to support your learning needs
• Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK. Due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.