Assistant Psychologist – Secure Care, Growth & Impact

Practice Plus Group; Leyland; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Leyland seeks an Assistant Psychologist to support the mental health team within HMP Garth. The role involves patient care, running assessments, and facilitating psychological interventions in a challenging environment. Candidates should have a degree in psychology and experience in similar roles. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including pension scheme and additional annual leave. Join a team committed to making a difference in secure settings.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Support for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience in a paid Assistant Psychologist role.
• Experience delivering psychological interventions within an evidence-based model.
• Legal right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Support the psychological care of patients.
• Run clinics, assessments, and 1-1 sessions.
• Prepare and deliver psychological intervention group sessions.

Skills

Supporting psychological care

Facilitating therapeutic groups

Psychological assessment

Working with complex needs

Education

Degree in Psychology (Masters preferred)

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Leyland seeks an Assistant Psychologist to support the mental health team within HMP Garth. The role involves patient care, running assessments, and facilitating psychological interventions in a challenging environment. Candidates should have a degree in psychology and experience in similar roles. The position offers competitive salary and benefits including pension scheme and additional annual leave. Join a team committed to making a difference in secure settings.