Band 7/8a Clinical Psychologist

NHS; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The NHS is seeking a motivated candidate for a Band 8a or Band 7 developmental post within the Paediatric Psychology Team in Leicester. This role offers the opportunity to provide specialist psychological care to children with complex health needs, working within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. The position emphasizes continuous professional development and offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Opportunities for further training

CPD and peer supervision

Qualifications

• Candidates should demonstrate how they meet the criteria outlined in the job description.
• Experience in psychological assessment and interventions is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work within General Paediatrics and collaborate with other medical specialties.
• Provide psychological assessment and interventions to children and families.

Skills

Experience working with children

Interest in physical and mental health relationship

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and committed candidate to apply for this Band 8a post, or a Band 7 developmental post with the opportunity to become a Band 8a within a supported structure. Responsibilities would be adjusted accordingly. The move to a Band 8a post would be upon completion of required competencies as agreed and reviewed with managers.

The Paediatric Psychology Team is a team of 20+ members and we are continuing to grow. We are a specialist team within a larger CAMHS provision in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

You will be based within the Department of Paediatric Psychology but will be required to deliver services at Leicester Royal Infirmary and other community venues.

This is an exciting opportunity to join colleagues at Leicester Children's Hospital in providing specialist care to children and young people with complex health needs.

Our department has a strong ethos of reflective practice, including team care spaces, regular CPD and case discussion sessions, peer supervision, and specialist safeguarding supervision.

We are committed to CPD and offer opportunities for further training in models such as EMDR, ACT for Physical Health, and Systemic practice.

You will also have the opportunity to offer reflective practice support to medical and allied health professional colleagues.

Main duties of the job

The current vacancy will primarily involve working within General Paediatrics but may also include collaboration with other medical specialties within the Children's Hospital.

This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a well-established team of psychological professionals working directly within multidisciplinary medical teams, providing psychological assessment and interventions to children, young people, and families with complex long-term health needs.

Applicants with experience working with children and an interest in the relationship between physical and mental health are encouraged to apply.

About us

We may close the advert early if we receive sufficient applications, so please apply promptly.

Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust (LPT) provides a range of community health, mental health, and learning disability services for people of all ages. With over 100 settings, from inpatient wards to community-based services, our 6,500 staff serve over 1 million residents in Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.

We are committed to developing a diverse workforce that reflects our community, actively promoting equal opportunities in employment and service delivery. We encourage applications from all community sections, especially underrepresented groups.

Details about our benefits, leadership behaviors, and other relevant information can be found in the 'Information for Applicants' documents.

We offer flexible working arrangements and consider requests for alternative hours or varied patterns.

All substantive roles (excluding medical staff) are subject to a 6-month probationary period. All jobs require permission to work in the UK, and the cost of DBS checks will be deducted from salary.

Applicants at risk within the NHS who meet the essential criteria will be given preference for interview.

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Please review the attached job description and person specification, which outline the full criteria required for this role. In your application, you should demonstrate how you meet these criteria.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to verify any previous criminal convictions.