Assistant Psychologist — Transform Lives in Mental Health

NHS; Leyland; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health service provider seeks an Assistant Psychologist for HMP Garth in Leyland. This role offers a chance to support mental health management among prisoners and work in a fulfilling environment. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, facilitating therapeutic sessions, and contributing to patient care. Candidates should have a degree in psychology, with relevant experience preferred. This permanent full-time position provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Extensive wellbeing benefits

Discounts on shopping and leisure

24/7 employee assistance helpline

Qualifications

• Degree in psychology is required.
• Experience in a paid assistant psychologist role preferred.
• Experience facilitating therapeutic groups and psychological assessments.

Responsibilities

• Support the psychological care of patients.
• Run clinics and assessments.
• Provide psychological assessments under supervision.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Therapeutic group facilitation

CBT knowledge

Experience with complex needs

Education

Degree in psychology

Master’s degree (beneficial)

Job description

A leading health service provider seeks an Assistant Psychologist for HMP Garth in Leyland. This role offers a chance to support mental health management among prisoners and work in a fulfilling environment. Key responsibilities include conducting assessments, facilitating therapeutic sessions, and contributing to patient care. Candidates should have a degree in psychology, with relevant experience preferred. This permanent full-time position provides a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities.