Assistant Psychologist

NHS; London; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking two motivated Assistant Psychologists to join their Newham Emotional and Behavioral team. This role offers valuable experience in a community-based setting, supporting clinicians in providing specialist services to neurodivergent children and their families, with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Graduate membership of the BPS.
• Experience in a healthcare setting.
• Understanding of multicultural issues.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical work in the FDT and NDT.
• Assist with consultations and referrals.
• Contribute to ADHD and Autism screening.

Skills

Communication

Organisational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Degree (1 or 2.1) in psychology

Tools

SPSS

Word

Excel

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking two motivated Assistant Psychologists to join our Newham Emotional and Behavioral (E&B) team, working in the Front Door Team (FDT) and Neurodevelopmental Team (NDT). One post will support the clinical work of the FDT by processing new referrals, liaising with referrers, assisting with consultations, and contributing to the screening pathway for ADHD and Autism.

The other post will support clinicians in providing a specialist service within CAMHS to neurodivergent children, young people, and their families. This community-based role offers evidence-based episodes of care, including assessments, formulation, and group/individual interventions.

Main duties include opportunities to learn and consolidate clinical skills in various modalities, receive weekly supervision with a clinical psychologist, co-run workshops and groups, shadow or conduct psychometric testing under supervision, and support audits and data management with FDT/NDT Clinical Leads.

The post holders will contribute to a positive multidisciplinary team environment and may undertake specialist pathway work. This position provides valuable experience for those aiming to pursue a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with opportunities for professional development and supervision.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving quality of life for all we serve. Our values are: We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive. We seek individuals who embody these qualities in supporting service users, carers, colleagues, and partner organizations.

Details

• Date posted: 21 May 2025
• Pay scheme: Agenda for Change
• Band: Band 5
• Salary: £34,521 to £41,956 per annum
• Contract: Fixed-term
• Duration: 12 months
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 363-SS7192664
• Location: Newham CAMHS, York House, 411 Barking Road, London, E13 8AL

Job description

The key responsibilities for the Assistant Psychologist roles are detailed in the attached job description, including essential and desirable requirements.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification/Training (Essential)

• Degree (1st or 2.1) in psychology; eligibility for Graduate membership of the BPS

Experience (Essential)

• Experience in a healthcare setting
• Understanding of working with a multicultural population
• Knowledge of statutory and voluntary agencies involved in services for children and families
• Relevant experience such as conducting audits, evaluation projects, or research contributions
• Skills in qualitative research interviews and analysis

Desirable Experience

• Screening for ADHD and Autism
• Work with children and young people
• Understanding of discrimination & disadvantage impacts on mental health
• Experience with neurodevelopmental conditions
• Work in multicultural settings, including with interpreters

Knowledge (Essential)

• Effective liaison with referrers and multidisciplinary teams
• Outcome data analysis and understanding service/commissioning context
• Workload planning and prioritization
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written, for complex and sensitive information
• Meeting organization, minute-taking, professional communication

Desirable Knowledge

• Clinical and service reporting skills
• Research and statistical skills; access to evidence-based resources
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Access, Word, Excel, SPSS
• Independent working and effective use of supervision

Other (Essential)

• Ability to manage organizational stress and support others
• Physical ability to sit for extended periods
• Concentration and focus during various tasks
• Handling distressing/emotional circumstances professionally
• Respectful, negotiation, and confrontation management skills

Additional Notes

This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks. Applicants requiring UK Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome; see UK Visas and Immigration guidance for overseas criminal record checks.

Employer: East London NHS Foundation Trust, Newham CAMHS, York House, 411 Barking Road, London, E13 8AL. Website: https://www.elft.nhs.uk/