Clinical Psychologist

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Taunton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Clinical Psychologist to join their multi-disciplinary CAMHS Therapeutic Education Team. This pivotal role focuses on providing psychological assessments and interventions for young people, while collaborating with staff to enhance therapeutic environments. Candidates should possess a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and be skilled in trauma-informed care. Benefits include flexible working options, NHS pension scheme, and generous annual leave.

Benefits

Flexible working options

NHS pension scheme

Generous annual leave

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in delivering psychological assessments and interventions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong skills in clinical supervision and reflective practice.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnostic contributions.
• Develop collaborative formulations for trauma-informed interventions.
• Provide training and supervision to team members.

Skills

Psychological assessments

Collaboration

Clinical supervision

Trauma-informed care

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Band 8a Clinical Psychologist or a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist looking to develop within a supportive preceptorship model. You will play a pivotal role in our multi-disciplinary CAMHS Therapeutic Education Team, part of the innovative Homes and Horizons project - a unique partnership between the NHS, Social Care, Education, and The Shaw Trust. This project provides homes, therapeutic education, foster care, and trauma-informed environments for a cohort of complex young people in Somerset. This role is ideal for someone eager to apply their psychological expertise across individual, systemic, and organizational levels to improve outcomes for young people and the systems that support them. In our educational settings, you'll not only deliver direct clinical work but also help shape a rich therapeutic environment, working closely with staff to enable young people to reach their full potential. Beyond this, you'll contribute to developing sustainable, psychologically-informed processes that empower both young people and staff to thrive., As a Clinical Psychologist in this innovative and dynamic project, you will provide a broad and impactful psychological service to young people and the systems that support them. This role requires a high level of adaptability, collaboration, and clinical expertise, with a strong emphasis on trauma-informed and relational care.

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering comprehensive psychological assessments, including cognitive, adaptive functioning, risk assessments, and contributions to ADHD and autism diagnostic pathways.
• Developing collaborative formulations with young people and the adults around them to guide effective, trauma-informed interventions.
• Providing individual, group, and team-based interventions, and designing therapeutic packages for delivery by colleagues.
• Offering clinical supervision to team members and care home staff, supporting reflective practice and professional development.
• Contributing to service evaluation, audit, and research to inform ongoing development and ensure high standards of care.
• Helping to maintain and nurture the psychological, trauma-informed culture of the project.
• Delivering training to staff from a range of professional backgrounds to enhance psychological understanding and practice.
• Supporting the growth and sustainability of a complex, community-focused project, drawing on relational, systemic, and community psychology models.

Benefits

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future. Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.