Band 8B Highly Specialist Clinical / Counselling Psychologist – The Clinical Team

Oxfordshire County Council; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare authority in Oxfordshire is looking for a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist to lead clinical input within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on supporting vulnerable children and families through trauma-informed care and innovative interventions. The ideal candidate will have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology and demonstrated experience in assessments and collaborative practices. Competitive benefits include generous conditions and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Benefits

CPD funding

Relocation support

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to trauma-informed care.
• Experience in psychological assessment and intervention.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical input in designated locality.
• Conduct specialist psychological assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with Clinical Team and Family Solutions Service.

Skills

Trauma-informed care

Collaborative practice

Innovative interventions

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Tools

Video Interaction Guidance

Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBT)

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Job description

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Oxfordshire?

We’re inviting passionateBand 8b Clinical Psychologiststo be part of ourinnovative Community Family Clinic initiative, a bold new chapter in therapeutic care led by our highly respectedmulti-disciplinary Clinical Team.

Why Join Us?

• Led by Excellence: Work under the guidance of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and benefit from monthly reflective practice sessions facilitated by the renownedArlene Vetere, Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist.
• Supportive Culture: We prioritise wellbeing and collaboration through regular team meetings, supervision, and a strong team ethos.
• Professional Growth: Enjoy dedicated CPD funding, opportunities to supervise doctoral trainees from Oxford University, and contribute to cutting-edge research and service innovation.
• Creative Practice: Our therapeutic centre in central Oxford offers outdoor interventions with mountain bikes, canoes, camping gear, and Land Rovers—bringing therapy into nature in truly transformative ways.
• Outstanding Employer: Oxfordshire County Council offers generous conditions includingAgenda for Change salary,pension scheme, andrelocation support.

About the Role

As a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist, you’ll lead clinical input in one of three localities, working alongside a Family Therapist and Psychological Practitioner. You’ll collaborate with colleagues across the Clinical Team and theFamily Solutions Service (FSS), supporting vulnerable children and families aged 0–19.

Your work will focus on preventing family breakdown and promoting resilience through:

• Specialist psychological assessments and interventions
• Trauma-informed, systemic, and developmental approaches
• Innovative tools likeVideo Interaction Guidance,MBT, andCBT
• Leadership in research and publication—our team has already contributed to academic papers and an upcoming book chapter on safety in residential care

About You

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Curious and compassionate, with a strong commitment to trauma-informed care
• Collaborative and reflective, thriving in a team that values openness and shared learning
• Driven by evidence and innovation, eager to explore new ways of supporting families
• Passionate about prevention, believing in the potential of families to grow and thrive

We’d love to meet you and hear about the unique skills and experience you bring—and how we can support your development in this exciting role.