Clinical Psychologist

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust; Wymondham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a motivated Practitioner Psychologist to join their adult community mental health team in Wymondham. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dedicated team of psychological therapists, providing essential mental health services to adults in need. You will engage in consultations, assessments, and therapeutic interventions, while also participating in innovative group programs and service improvement initiatives. With a commitment to ongoing training and development, this position is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact in their community while advancing their professional skills in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Supportive team environment

Access to professional networks

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in clinical psychology accredited by BPS.
• Registered with HCPC as a practitioner psychologist.

Responsibilities

• Provide consultation, assessment, and treatment to adults needing secondary care mental health services.
• Participate in group programs and contribute to service improvement projects.

Skills

Effective communication

Psychologically informed interventions

Knowledge of psychological interventions

Education

Post-graduate degree in clinical psychology

Registered with HCPC as a practitioner psychologist

Job description

View more categories | View less categories | Discipline: Life Sciences, Psychology | Position Type: Permanent | Hours: Full Time | Result Type: Jobs

Job summary

We are seeking a creative, forward-thinking, and motivated Practitioner Psychologist to join our adult CMHT based in Gateway House, Wymondham. The successful candidate will join a team of psychological therapists, including Clinical Psychologists, Counselling Psychologists, Art Therapists, Clinical Associate Psychologists, DBT therapists, and Assistant Psychologists, providing consultation, assessment, formulation, and treatment for working adults requiring secondary care mental health input.

The psychology team operates as part of our multidisciplinary adult community mental health team. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated, growing team committed to making a difference to patients, carers, and colleagues. The role covers the geographical area of South Norfolk.

Main duties of the job

The successful applicant will be part of the psychology team within the South Norfolk CMHT, providing consultation, assessment, formulation, and treatment to adults needing secondary care mental health services. Opportunities to participate in group programs such as MBT and Emotional Regulation, as well as contribute to service improvement projects, audits, research, and evaluation, will be available. The team has expertise in therapies including CBT, CAT, EMDR, ACT, Psychodynamic, MDT, and DBT. The post-holder will be supported to develop their therapeutic skills through training and CPD.

About us

At NSFT, we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly, and supportive team that values sharing experiences and learning from each other. We offer ongoing training and development opportunities and strive to create an environment where you can thrive.

Why work for us?

Despite challenges, we have ambitious goals, exciting transformation initiatives, and need dedicated individuals to support our journey. Our strong professional networks and exceptional leadership ensure you will be well cared for and valued.

Why Norfolk?

The region is warm and welcoming, close to beautiful coastlines and Broads National Park. It is an hour and a half from London, with an international airport in Norwich. The area boasts rich history, independent cafes, shops, theatres, excellent shopping, top schools, and affordable housing.

Job description

Job responsibilities

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Person Specification

Qualifications

• Post-graduate degree in clinical psychology, accredited by BPS
• Registered with HCPC as a practitioner psychologist

Desirable

• Additional CPD or qualifications in evidence-based psychological therapies

Experience

• Experience working with diverse client groups and clinical problems through roles or placements
• Experience delivering psychologically informed interventions

Desirable

• Experience representing psychology within MDT settings

Skills

• Effective communication of technical and sensitive information to service users, families, carers, and professionals within and outside the NHS

Desirable

• Further training or qualifications in EMDR

Knowledge

• Well-developed knowledge of psychological intervention and assessment in clinical settings

Additional requirements

This role is subject to a DBS check. Applicants requiring UK sponsorship are welcome; further details are available. Applicants must hold current UK professional registration.

Employer details

Employer: Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address: Gateway House, Unit 1, Gateway 11 Business Park, Wymondham, NR18 0WF

Website: [Insert URL]