Assistant Psychologist – Higher Level RESEARCH B5

NHS Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension Scheme

27 days annual leave (increasing with/

Cycle to Work Scheme

Learning and development opportunities

Enhanced pay for public holidays

Job summary

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is recruiting an enthusiastic Assistant Psychologist (Band 5) to join the Glasgow Clinical Research Facility. You will work under supervision in a multidisciplinary team on mental health research, delivering protocol-driven assessments and contributing to a range of studies.

The role includes professional supervision, PVG check requirements, and a 24-month fixed-term, part-time pattern (23.8 hours per week) with a Monday–Friday 08:00–16:00 schedule at Glasgow

Qualifications

• Honours degree in Psychology with good academic record.
• Eligible for GBC of the British Psychological Society.
• Experience (paid or voluntary) with people and relationship building.
• Understanding of learning disabilities or mental health needs.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical research in line with governance and regulatory standards.
• Conduct protocol-based psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
• Administer tests, self-report measures, scales, and interviews.
• Support care plan formulation and delivery under supervision.
• Contribute to resource development and service improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate records and participate in MDT meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

First Class or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in Psychology

Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the BPS

Tools

Microsoft Office

Databases

Data analysis systems

Job description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist (Band 5) to join the Glasgow Clinical Research Facility (GCRF) within NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde. This is an excellent opportunity to develop psychological and research skills while working as part of an experienced multidisciplinary team supporting a wide range of clinical research studies. The post holder will support the delivery of mental health research studies under the operational management of the Research Nurse Manager and receive clinical supervision from a qualified Clinical Psychologist.

This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is unable to provide candidates or employees with a Certificate of Sponsorship (COS).

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern:

Fixed term: 24 months, part-time 23.8 hours per week

Shift pattern: Monday to Friday 08:00 – 16:00

Base location: Glasgow Clinical Research Facility/ Queen Elizabeth University Hospital

Key responsibilities:

• Deliver clinical research in line with research governance and regulatory requirements.
• Undertake protocol-based psychological and neuropsychological assessments.
• Administer psychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, observations, and interviews.
• Assist with the formulation and delivery of psychological care plans under supervision.
• Support the development of psychologically informed resources and service improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and professional standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and collaborative working.
• Contribute to mental health research studies across a range of settings.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job:

• First Class or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in Psychology.
• Eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) of the British Psychological Society.
• Experience (paid or voluntary) working directly with people and building effective relationships.
• Understanding of the needs of people with learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, or related conditions.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of psychological theory, research methods, statistics, and evidence-based practice.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience working with databases and data analysis systems.

What we offer:

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

As an NHS Scotland employee, you will be entitled to:

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e-learning and classroom-based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

Interested?

For an informal discussion, please contact:

Linda Wilson, Research Nurse Manager - [e-mail] - 0141 232 7600

Details on how to contact the Recruitment Service and the Recruitment Process: Information for candidates

This post may require a satisfactory PVG Scheme record check.

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NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) recognises the importance of work-life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow. For roles where less than full-time hours can be accommodated, and where the tenure is listed as "various", we encourage applications from individuals seeking flexible working arrangements. Flexible working will be included as a topic for discussion during the recruitment process.

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