Assistant Psychologist - CAMHS WEST ICA

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Redruth; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to join their CAMHS Multi-Disciplinary Team in Redruth. The role involves delivering psychological interventions, conducting assessments, and collaborating with clinical staff to enhance young people’s mental health. Candidates should possess a degree in psychology and experience with mental health challenges. This position promises professional development opportunities within a supportive environment, alongside competitive salary and travel expense reimbursement.

Benefits

Ongoing supervision and professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to make a real impact on young people's mental health

Qualifications

• Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support individual and group interventions.
• Carry out psychological assessments and wellbeing checks.
• Collaborate with the MDT, providing formulations and staff support.
• Coordinate and analyse outcome measures to track progress.
• Contribute to audits and research shaping evidence-based practice.
• Work under supervision of a qualified psychologist.

Skills

Capacity to communicate condition-related information in emotionally charged environments

Education

Psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society

Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society

Job description

Closing date: 16 December 2025

Assistant Psychologist – CAMHS WEST ICA

Are you passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives? Do you thrive in a dynamic, supportive clinical environment? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re seeking a motivated Assistant Psychologist to join our CAMHS Multi‑Disciplinary Team. You will support clinical staff and deliver psychological interventions that help young people and families achieve positive mental health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and support individual and group interventions.
• Carry out psychological assessments and wellbeing checks to ensure young people feel safe and supported.
• Collaborate with the MDT, providing formulations and staff support.
• Coordinate and analyse outcome measures to track progress.
• Contribute to audits and research shaping evidence‑based practice.
• Work under the supervision of a qualified psychologist with great development opportunities.

Travel

Work across two CAMHS sites (travel expenses reimbursed).

What We Offer

• A supportive, inclusive team environment.
• Ongoing supervision and professional development.
• The chance to make a real impact on young people’s mental health.

Qualifications – Essential

• Psychology degree accredited by the British Psychological Society.
• Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Experience of working with people with mental health difficulties.

Qualifications – Desirable

• Experience of carrying out basic psychometric tests (e.g. cognitive screens).
• Experience working as an Assistant Psychologist or in a similar role.
• Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Skills and Aptitude – Essential

• Capacity to communicate condition‑related information to clients and relatives in an emotionally charged environment.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

West ICA CAMHS
Wilson Way
Redruth
TR15 3QE

Employer’s website

https://www.cornwallft.nhs.uk/

Salary: £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro rata)