Assistant Psychologist

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This job is for an Assistant Psychologist position at the Health and Justice Directorate, Specialist Service Care Group.

The position is full-time and based at HMP Manchester. Responsibilities include clinical duties, workforce and service development, risk assessment and management, research, audit, evaluation, administration, and professional development. The post holder will work under the supervision of a clinical psychologist within a multidisciplinary team providing psychological and mental health care to offenders. The candidate should have strong clinical and interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively in a challenging prison environment. A degree of 2:1 or above, accredited by the BPS, is required.

Main duties of the job

The role involves working with mental health teams and the prison to improve offenders' psychological well-being. Tasks include gathering information for formulations, supporting assessment development, evaluating Talking Therapies, contributing to understanding service-user presentation, and supporting psychologically informed practices.

Working for our organization

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 staff across more than 160 locations. We provide inpatient and community mental health services in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist services across Greater Manchester and beyond. Manchester offers a vibrant environment with a mix of urban and natural attractions, and our staff enjoy opportunities for development and innovation.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached Job Description/Person Specification for full details.

• Pay enhancements include 30% additional for evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays, and 60% for Sundays and bank holidays.
• Annual leave starts at 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years.
• Additional benefits include cycle to work scheme and salary sacrifice car scheme.

Person specification

Education

• 2:1 Degree
• An interest in social justice

Registration

• Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Applicants with experience in mental health, learning disability, or drug and alcohol services, either as a service user or carer, are encouraged to apply.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding vulnerable groups and promoting diversity, including BAME, Disabled, and LGBT+ communities. Informal inquiries and support are welcome.

Sponsorship

We are an approved sponsor for the Skilled Worker visa. Applications requiring sponsorship will be considered, but not all roles are eligible. Eligibility checks will be conducted, and employment offers may be withdrawn if the role is not eligible or if the right to work cannot be evidenced.

Experience outside the NHS

Relevant experience outside the NHS will be considered in salary calculations. We aim to attract diverse skills to deliver inclusive healthcare services.