Assistant Psychologist | Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust; Poole; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in the UK is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support children and young people in emotional resilience. This role involves delivering wellbeing check-ins, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and contributing to service evaluation. Applicants should have a BPS accredited psychology degree and experience working with young populations. The position offers opportunities for professional development within a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Clinical supervision opportunities

Training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in a mental health or educational setting.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regular wellbeing check-ins to young people and families.
• Support emotional wellbeing using evidence-based methods.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate records in line with protocols.
• Contribute to service development and evaluation.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Empathetic approach

Evidence-based approaches

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Psychology degree (BPS accredited)

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Assistant Psychologist to join our dynamic community CAMHS team, supporting children and young people who are currently on waiting lists for different specialist interventions. This role is a vital part of our early intervention strategy, offering structured wellbeing calls to promote emotional resilience, provide psychoeducation, and ensure ongoing support during the waiting period.

Offered on a 12 month fixed term working 37.5 hours per week. The post is based in Bournemouth and Christchurch Core CAMHS. The service has adopted the THRIVE model of care, which aims to identify and deliver clinical interventions that are based on the family need.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Responsibilities

• Deliver regular wellbeing check-ins via phone or video call to young people and their families.
• Use evidence-based approaches to support emotional wellbeing and signpost to appropriate resources.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and elevate concerns where necessary.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records in line with service protocols.
• Contribute to service development and evaluation through data collection and feedback.

About You

• A psychology degree (BPS accredited) and relevant experience working with children or young people in a mental health or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and empathetic approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a supportive team.
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality.

Opportunities for clinical supervision, training and development are available as well as involvement in CAMHS transformation.

This is a fixed term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.

We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves. We believe in equal opportunities and celebrate diversity.

Application deadline: Wednesday 26 Nov 2025.