Band 8a Highly Specialised Practitioner Psychologist | Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a psychologist to lead the psychological care within the severe asthma service. The role includes providing specialist assessments and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care. The ideal candidate will have a Doctoral degree in psychology and experience in trauma-informed practices. This position offers opportunities for professional development within a dynamic environment committed to healthcare excellence.

Benefits

Professional development

Work-life balance

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Must be registered with a professional body.
• Strong experience in psychological assessment and treatment.
• Ability to work within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the psychological care of patients.
• Provide highly specialist psychological assessment service.
• Work autonomously within professional guidelines.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Trauma-informed care

Clinical consultation

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology

Job description

The severe asthma service at the Royal Free Hospital is responsible for the assessment and treatment of patients with severe or difficult asthma, who remain symptomatic despite high levels of treatment initiated in primary care or other hospital clinics. Severe asthma services are centrally commissioned by NHSE and we are a 'satellite spoke’ within the North Central & North East London Severe Asthma Network (NCELSAN), with the Hub located at St Barts’ Hospital. We have a dedicated multidisciplinary team including physicians, specialist nurses, respiratory physiotherapists, pharmacist, voice therapist and psychologist (this post). The service is delivered in clinics at both Barnet Hospital and Royal Free Hospital. The inclusion of psychology in the MDT ensures compliance with commissioning guidance and working towards psychologically informed care. Within North Central London ICS we are the only centre to administer high-cost injectable biologic therapies locally to our patients, with approvals sought via the Network Hub. You will join a group of clinical, counselling, health and neuro-psychologists, counsellors and psychotherapists based in a variety of specialties.

The post holder will:
• Lead on the psychological care of patients, consistent with the World
Class Care values and objectives of the Trust, within the severe
asthma specialist service.
• Provide highly specialist psychological assessment service, ensuring
onward referrals for patients within the severe asthma service as
appropriate.
• Provide formulation, advice and a consultation service on the
psychological aspects of patients’ care within the multidisciplinary
team. To support the MDT team in providing psychologically and
trauma-informed care. To ensure patients information that allows them
to understand the interplay between their disease and their distress.
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and within the
overall framework of the service’s policies and procedures.
• Work with the Network Hub to align care across the severe asthma
network and enhance working relationships and education between
the sites.
• Support the multi-disciplinary clinical and operational team to deliver
integrated care, including consultation and training concerning
psychological aspects of patient care and management along the
severe asthma patient pathway, and ensure that psychological
aspects are addressed (where appropriate) in research, audit, policy
and service development.
• Utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development and
research within the area served by the team/service as possible within
the role.

Embarking on a professional journey with the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust promises an enriching career experience. As a pioneering institution at the forefront of healthcare excellence, we offer a dynamic environment characterised by innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to patient wellbeing.

You will become part of a team dedicated to pushing boundaries, embracing cutting-edge technology, and continuously enhancing the delivery of world-class healthcare services. With a focus on professional development, work-life balance, and a culture of inclusivity, the trust provides a platform for you to thrive and contribute meaningfully to the advancement of healthcare.

Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.


This advert closes on Monday 25 Aug 2025