Assistant Psychologist - Clinical Support & Research

Nightingale Hammerson; Colchester; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Colchester is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to contribute to assessments and implement psychological treatment plans. Ideal candidates should have a Psychology degree with BPS accreditation and experience in health care. The position offers a salary of £28,612.50 per year alongside various benefits including a pension scheme, CPD opportunities, free meals, and the chance to get involved in research.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Comprehensive employee assistance programme

Free meals

Internal and external CPD opportunities

Opportunities to be involved in research

Clinical supervision and peer support

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent.
• BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited.
• Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting.
• Implementing care plans for psychological treatment.
• Planning and evaluating individual/group programmes.

Skills

Assessment and reporting skills

Clinical formulation

Planning and delivery of programmes

Research and service development

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above)

Master's degree in Psychology (preferable)

Job description

A leading mental health service provider in Colchester is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to contribute to assessments and implement psychological treatment plans. Ideal candidates should have a Psychology degree with BPS accreditation and experience in health care. The position offers a salary of £28,612.50 per year alongside various benefits including a pension scheme, CPD opportunities, free meals, and the chance to get involved in research.