Assistant Psychologist (FTC)

Cygnet; Sutton-in-Ashfield; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cygnet Grange and Lodge in Sutton in Ashfield is seeking an Assistant Psychologist to support neurorehabilitation and multidisciplinary care planning within two 8-bed facilities. The role focuses on assessments, formulations and delivering psychological treatment plans for patients with acquired brain injuries.

We offer a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity, 40 hours per week, with DBS checks and weekly supervision to support professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent.
• BPS Accredited.
• Master's degree in Psychology (preferred).
• Experience as an Assistant Psychologist (preferred).
• Interest in neuro rehabilitation and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Contributing to direct and indirect assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written).
• Adapting assessment methods, intervention materials in accordance with clients’ communication difficulties, sensory needs or cognitive impairment.
• Clinical/neuropsychological formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment
• To oversee the gathering and collation of incident data and evidence as part of the functional analysis and formulation.
• Communicating results, formulations and recommendations arising from assessments to the multidisciplinary team.
• Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes.
• Administration, audit, research and service development.
• You would receive weekly supervision as well as informal support and development opportunities.

Education

Degree in Psychology (2:1 or above)

BPS Accredited

Master's degree in Psychology

Job description

Helping others improve and turn their lives around – there’s no better feeling. It’s what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

Location: Sutton in Ashfield – NG17 4HQ

Salary: £29,642.55 per year

Hours: Full time – 40 hours

Contract: 12 month fixed term contract to cover maternity

Closing date: 11th September 2026 (please note, this may close earlier if a high volume of applications are received.)

We are looking for a passionate Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Grange and Lodge.

Cygnet Hospital Grange and Lodge are two 8 bed Neuropsychiatric rehabilitation, care and treatment facilities for those affected by acquired brain injuries. The services provides a safe and secure place to aid recovery as well as offering those diagnosed with a progressive neurological disease, like Huntington’s Disease, a caring and long term placement to support and help manage the progression of their symptoms.

Your Day-to-Day…

• Contributing to direct and indirect assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written).
• Adapting assessment methods, intervention materials in accordance with clients’ communication difficulties, sensory needs or cognitive impairment.
• Clinical/neuropsychological formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment
• To oversee the gathering and collation of incident data and evidence as part of the functional analysis and formulation.
• Communicating results, formulations and recommendations arising from assessments to the multidisciplinary team.
• Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes.
• Administration, audit, research and service development.
• You would receive weekly supervision as well as informal support and development opportunities.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is…

• Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent
• BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited
• Qualified to Master’s degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)
• Experienced in an Assistant Psychologist role (preferable)
• Passionate about neuro rehabilitation, learning, and working as part of a multidisciplinary

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.