Band 8A - Forensic Psychologist - Wellingborough

Pulse Healthcare; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Pulse Healthcare is seeking a Band 8A Forensic Psychologist to work part-time at an NHS client in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. The role involves delivering psychological assessments, interventions, and support to individuals within the criminal justice system.

The candidate must be HCPC registered, have forensic or prison experience, and demonstrate strong formulation and communication skills with a commitment to evidence-based, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential.
• Experience in forensic and/or prison settings.
• Strong clinical formulation and communication skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Deliver psychological assessments, interventions and support within a prison/forensic setting.
• Contribute to risk assessments and treatment planning for individuals in the criminal justice system.
• Support the wider multidisciplinary team in managing complex cases and participate in case formulation meetings.
• Ensure documentation adheres to professional and NHS standards.

Skills

Clinical formulation

Communication skills

Risk assessment

Education

HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

Band 8A - Forensic Psychologist - Wellingborough

Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Job Title: Forensic Psychologist
Band:8A
Location:Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Working Hours: 2-3 days per week
Rate:Competitive, to be discussed upon application

We are seeking a dedicated Band 8A Forensic Psychologist to work part-time for our NHS client based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start.

What will your responsibilities be?

This role involves working within a prison and forensic setting, delivering psychological assessments, interventions, and support to individuals within the criminal justice system. You will be responsible for contributing to risk assessments, treatment planning, and supporting the wider multidisciplinary team in managing complex cases. The postholder will also participate in case formulation meetings and ensure documentation is maintained in accordance with professional and NHS standards.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (essential)
• Experience in forensic and/or prison settings
• Strong clinical formulation and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering evidence-based, person-centred care

Reasonable Adjustments

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure appropriate support is provided throughout the process and into your placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.