Assistant Psychologist

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Southampton is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support qualified clinical psychologists working with children and their families. This position involves therapeutic interventions, conducting neuropsychological assessments, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Psychology and have relevant experience. The role offers a part-time fixed-term contract with a salary of £31,049 to £37,796.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Psychologist, HCA or equivalent.
• Previous work with children and young people.
• Experience/knowledge of clinical neuropsychological assessment.

Responsibilities

• Support qualified clinical psychologists with therapy and assessments.
• Attend psychology team meetings and share insights.
• Assist in clinical, research, and administrative work.

Skills

Communication

Neuropsychological assessment

Teamwork

Education

First Class or Upper Second Class Degree in Psychology

Eligibility for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the BPS

Job description

Job Summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.Please see below for the detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist to support the work of the qualified clinical psychologists working with children and their families, supporting staff teams and working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues. There is a varied range of work, which will include therapeutic interventions as well as conducting neuropsychological assessments with children and young people. You will also support the clinical, research and administrative work of the wider psychology team, and you will be required to attend psychology team meetings. You will receive training for the role and regular supervision. As a team, we place a strong emphasis on self-care, supporting one another in our roles and offering development opportunities to Assistant Psychologists. The Child Psychology team provides a strong foundation from which we can offer high-quality services to children, their families, and our multidisciplinary colleagues.

About Us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

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Details

Date posted

25 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£31,049 to £37,796 a year pa or pa pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

188-CL230725

Job locations

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• Experience as an Assistant Psychologist, HCA or equivalent2. Previous work with children and young people3. Experience/knowledge of clinical neuropsychological assessment, standardised test administration, scoring and interpretation
  
  

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• Experience as an Assistant Psychologist, HCA or equivalent2. Previous work with children and young people3. Experience/knowledge of clinical neuropsychological assessment, standardised test administration, scoring and interpretation
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

Qualifications / training required

• A First Class or Upper Second Class Degree in Psychology
• Eligibility for the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychology Society. A Psychology degree on the list of approved courses: https://portal.bps.org.uk/Accredited-Courses or international qualification with current graduate membership of the BPS demonstrating that your degree has been assessed as equivalent.
  
  

Desirable

• Further training or MSc in associated/related field including neuropsychology, clinical psychology, research design and analysis or similar.
  
  

Previous or relevant experience necessary

Essential

• Experience as an Assistant Psychologist, HCA or equivalent.
  
  

Desirable

• Experience of working with people who have neurological conditions.
• Experience with clinical neuropsychological assessment, standardised test administration, scoring and interpretation.
• Experience conducting research as a graduate.
• Experience carrying out statistical analysis
• Understanding of neurological investigations such as neuro-imaging and electrophysiology
  
  

Essential

Aptitudes and skills required

• Ability to communicate sensitive information in an effective and respectful manner.
  
  

Desirable

• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with complex neuropsychological and neurological disabilities.
• An understanding of psychology applied to health care and particularly to a neuropsychological context.
  
  

Values and behaviours

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Patients First
• Always Improving
• Working Together
  
  

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Address

Southampton General Hospital

Tremona Road

Southampton

SO16 6YD

Employer's website

https://www.uhs.nhs.uk/home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)

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