Chief Director, Psychology Professions & Services

NHS Jobs; Bracknell; On-site; GBP 115,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Director of Psychological Professions and Psychological Provision. The role requires an HCPC-registered clinical or counselling psychologist with senior leadership experience across complex healthcare settings, capable of shaping professional governance and service strategy.

You will lead across multiple services, oversee professional standards, and work with executive leaders to drive sustainable improvements in quality and outcomes.

Qualifications

• HCPC-registered clinical or counselling psychologist with recognised post-qualification specialist clinical qualifications.
• Evidence of continuing professional development and leadership qualifications or substantial training relevant to a senior corporate position.
• Extensive strategic, governance and professional leadership experience at senior organisational level in complex healthcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinical and professional practice across multiple services and groups.
• Managing professional governance, assurance systems, registration, risk management and professional concerns.
• Influencing strategy with Executive Directors and governance structures to drive organisational decision‑making.

Skills

HCPC-registered psychologist

Senior leadership

Governance

Strategic planning

Clinical leadership

Job description

Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Director of Psychological Professions and Psychological Provision. The role requires an HCPC-registered clinical or counselling psychologist with senior leadership experience across complex healthcare settings, capable of shaping professional governance and service strategy.

You will lead across multiple services, oversee professional standards, and work with executive leaders to drive sustainable improvements in quality and outcomes.