Assistant Psychologist - Forensics - Milton Keynes and Aylesbury

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare foundation in the UK is seeking a full-time Assistant Psychologist to assist in delivering psychological services in forensic settings. The role includes conducting assessments, developing care plans, and supporting therapeutic groups in a multi-disciplinary environment. Candidates should possess experience in similar clinical settings and a commitment to safeguarding vulnerable populations. Opportunities for professional development are included. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Career progression opportunities

Generous annual leave

NHS discounts

Pension

Cycle to work scheme

Staff support networks

Qualifications

• Experience working within forensic or similar clinical settings is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and vulnerable adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clinical Psychologists in developing psychological formulations.
• Carry out structured risk and neuropsychological assessments.
• Coordinate and run therapeutic groups.

Skills

Experience in forensic clinical settings

Team collaboration

Risk assessment

Neuropsychological assessments

Job description

Overview

Our Forensic Psychology department is recruiting for a full-time Assistant Psychologist to join two services: Marlborough House in Milton Keynes (28-bedded male medium secure forensic unit) and Woodlands House (a men’s low secure forensic unit adjacent to the Whiteleaf Centre in Aylesbury). The role involves planning and delivering psychological interventions (group and individual), undertaking interview and psychometric assessments, assisting with research and projects, and teaching work. You will help ensure a high-quality psychological service within a multi-disciplinary, supportive context, with emphasis on staff support and working with families/carers. There are opportunities to engage in projects and research to improve the quality of psychological services. Our department supports a diversity of therapeutic approaches and prioritises supervision and continuing professional development.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC). We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and we encourage applications from all sections of the community.

Responsibilities

• Assist Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologists in psychological input, including developing psychological formulations, interventions, and evaluations.
• Carry out structured risk assessments and neuropsychological assessments; participate in projects and research as applicable.
• Undertake protocol-based psychological assessments of clients, including neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations, and semi-structured interviews with clients, families, and others involved in the client’s care.
• Assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological treatment and/or management of client problems, including risk of violence and protective factors, under supervision in inpatient/residential settings.
• Assist in coordinating and running therapeutic groups.
• Attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings.
• Refer to the attached job description for a comprehensive list of duties.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Experience working within forensic or similar clinical settings is preferred.
• Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team and engage with a challenging but rewarding population.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
• Induction and ongoing professional development will be provided; mandatory and statutory training is required.
• Appointment to this post is subject to satisfactory references covering 3 years of employment or study; referees should respond promptly.

Additional Information

• We support flexible working where possible to help balance work and personal life.
• We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community; reasonable adjustments will be considered to help you fulfil the role.
• We seek to reflect the communities we serve through a diverse workforce and promote an inclusive culture with core values: caring, safe, and excellent.
• As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health, and social care across multiple locations; we focus on delivering care as close to home as possible.
• All new starters undergo a thorough induction process, both locally and Trust-wide.
• Our services include benefits such as career progression opportunities, learning and development, generous annual leave, NHS discounts, pension, cycle to work, staff support networks, and more.

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust has been rated Good by the CQC. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We welcome applications from under-represented groups including people with disabilities, men from all socio-economic backgrounds, people from diverse ethnic backgrounds, and the LGBTQIA+ community.