Assistant Psychologist

Integrated Care System; Rushmere St Andrew; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading provider of neuro-rehabilitation services is looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join a supportive team. This full-time role in Ditchingham offers opportunities to develop clinical skills while contributing to rehabilitation programs for adults with neurological conditions. Suitable candidates will have a relevant Psychology degree and healthcare experience.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Free on-site parking

Company pension

Free Employee Assistance Programme

Annual Employee Awards Evening

Employee Recognition Schemes

Career progression within the company

Free DBS check

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology with 2:1 or higher.
• Experience in healthcare, ideally with neurological conditions.
• Enthusiastic about clinical development in neuro-rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to neuro-rehabilitation programs for adults with neurological conditions.
• Develop and apply psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Clinical development

Psychological assessments

Education

Psychology degree (2:1 or higher)

Job description

All Hallows Neuro Rehabilitation Centre cares for adults who require nursing care and rehabilitation programs because of their long-term neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury. We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to join our transdisciplinary neuro-rehabilitation team.

Main duties of the job

This is a full-time position, based in Ditchingham, Norfolk. The role would ideally suit an Assistant Psychologist who has a Psychology degree 2:1 or higher, alongside experience in healthcare, ideally brain injury, and who would like to develop their clinical skills further in this specialist field.

About us

CareTech is a leading provider of specialist neuro-rehabilitation services for male and female adults.

Job responsibilities

• Location: Ditchingham, Suffolk
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Salary: £14.71 per hour
• Be part of a dynamic and supportive team including Clinical Neuropsychology, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Nursing, and Rehabilitation Medicine.
• Contribute to neuro-rehabilitation programs tailored for adults with neurological conditions, including acquired brain injury.
• Develop and apply psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to care planning.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reports.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and training.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay
• Free on-site parking
• Company pension
• Free Employee Assistance Programme
• Annual Employee Awards Evening
• Employee Recognition Schemes
• Career progression within the company
• CareTech Foundation - Opportunity to apply for family and friends grants
• Free DBS check (disclosure expense covered by employer)

Application process

Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS disclosure prior to employment. Due to high application volumes, we will contact only those selected for interview within 7-10 days of receiving your CV.

Person Specification

General Requirements

• Relevant Psychology degree (2:1 or higher)
• Experience in healthcare, preferably with neurological conditions
• Enthusiasm for clinical development in neuro-rehabilitation

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required, with costs covered by the employer.