Clinical Psychologist

The Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Wakefield seeks a Clinical Psychologist for a split role in the Workforce Psychological Wellbeing Service and Surgery Psychology. The position offers the chance to develop skills in psychological assessment and therapeutic interventions, working with diverse teams and engaging in research projects. The role values independent initiative within a supportive team environment, ideal for those passionate about improving psychological services.

Benefits

NHS pension

Generous holiday allowance

Wellbeing services

Onsite nurseries

Childcare vouchers

Schemes supporting work-life balance

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a Chartered Clinical Psychologist is required.
• Experience in maintaining professionalism in emotionally challenging situations.
• Ability to teach and train others effectively.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialist psychological assessments of clients.
• Formulate and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions.
• Engage in research and routine data collection for outcome evaluation.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Formulation

Intervention for complex cases

Effective communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

Post-graduate doctoral training in clinical psychology

Job description

Job summary

This post is an AfC Band 7 to 8a preceptorship and will be a split post between the Workforce Psychological Wellbeing Service (0.6 WTE) and the Surgery Psychology section, which includes Burns, Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery, and Intensive Care (0.4 WTE). The role offers opportunities to develop skills in psychological assessment and therapeutic intervention across diverse presentations, including trauma, within both specialties. You will work with various teams, providing assessment, formulation, and team interventions, and may engage in research and evaluation projects to demonstrate the impact of embedded psychological resources. While independent initiative is valued, you will also benefit from a supportive team environment in both parts of this split role.
Main duties of the job

To conduct specialist psychological assessments of clients (individuals or teams), integrating complex data from multiple sources. To formulate and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions. To undertake risk assessments and advise on risk management. To communicate complex information clearly to diverse audiences. To support team training and workshops. To participate in research and routine data collection for outcome evaluation. To attend supervision and develop skills in supervising others. To engage in team meetings and service development activities.
About us

We are an acute trust serving over one million people in Wakefield and Kirklees, with 10,000 staff across hospitals and community settings. We are committed to continuous improvement, valuing our staff and fostering an inclusive environment. Our benefits include NHS pension, generous holiday allowance, wellbeing services, onsite nurseries, childcare vouchers, and schemes supporting work-life balance. If you value caring, high standards, and respect, join us to make a difference daily.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Key requirements

• Post-graduate doctoral training in clinical psychology (or equivalent for those trained before 2000) accredited by the BPS.
• HCPC registration as a Chartered Clinical Psychologist.
• Skills in psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention for complex cases.
• Experience maintaining professionalism in emotionally challenging situations.
• Effective communication skills for complex and sensitive information.
• Enthusiasm for developing psychological services to improve wellbeing.
• Ability to teach and train others effectively.
• Flexibility and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and recognize personal limitations.