Clinical Psychologist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust; Manchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester seeks a qualified professional to deliver psychological assessments and interventions for children and families. The ideal candidate will have experience in multidisciplinary environments and possess strong therapeutic skills. This role emphasizes the importance of planning and prioritizing caseloads while ensuring effective communication with diverse groups. Join a team committed to promoting equality and providing high-quality care to the community.

Qualifications

• Must have a recognised qualification in nursing, psychology, or social work.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teamwork and providing assessments.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and treatment for children and families.
• Work within a multi-disciplinary mental health setting.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Ability to plan and prioritise

Therapeutic skills

Communication

Education

Registered Nursing: RMN/RSCN/RNMH

Social Work (CQSW/DipSW)

Occupational Therapy

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you'll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the 'Supporting Documents' heading.

To help you make an informed decision about applying, please read the Candidate Essentials Guide included with the Job Description and Person Specification. This guide provides information about the Trust, our benefits, and how 'we care for you as you care for others'. It also contains critical details you need to know before submitting your application.

Diversity Matters

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity, and eliminating unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our staff reflect the communities we serve. We encourage applications from all individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. If you have any special requirements to assist with your application, please email our team at [e-mail].

We look forward to hearing from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Recognised qualification in: Registered Nursing (RMN/RSCN/RNMH), Clinical Psychology, Health Psychology, Counselling Psychology, Social Work (CQSW/DipSW), or Occupational Therapy.
• Must be registered with a professional body (e.g., NMC, UKCP, HCPC, BACP).

Experience and Knowledge

• Experience providing evidence-based assessments, formulations, and treatment packages to children, young people, and families.
• Experience working with children in paediatric health settings.
• Experience in multidisciplinary teamwork and consulting with healthcare and other professionals.
• Knowledge of legislation and guidance related to children’s needs.
• Experience assessing and managing risk, including safeguarding.
• Experience managing caseloads in a multidisciplinary mental health setting.

Skills

• Ability to plan and prioritize own caseload.
• Skill in selecting, using, and interpreting psychological measures, including cognitive and developmental assessments.
• Ability to formulate clinical problems using psychological theory.
• Competence in integrating psychological theories and outcome data into clinical practice.
• Ability to assess needs, plan, implement, and evaluate interventions with children and parents/carers.
• Skills in delivering evidence-based interventions.
• Sensitivity when working with disadvantaged groups.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
• Effective communication skills with children, parents, and colleagues.
• Ability to handle stressful interpersonal situations professionally.
• Proficiency in using assessment tools and outcome measures collaboratively.
• Extensive therapeutic skills.
• Ability to work independently and reflectively.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of policy adherence and legislative change proposals.

Applicant Requirements

You must hold appropriate UK professional registration. This position is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) 2020, and a Disclosure check will be required.

Documents to Download

• jd (PDF, 520.3KB)
• ps (PDF, 392.6KB)
• Functional Requirements (PDF, 920.2KB)
• Candidate Essential Guide Non Medical (PDF, 1.3MB)