Clinical Psychologist - Clinical School Mental Health Service (CSMHS)

TN United Kingdom; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Clinical Psychologist to join their innovative team at the Clinical School Mental Health Service in Cambridge. This part-time role offers the opportunity to provide high-quality, evidence-based psychological therapies to medical students, working closely with a multidisciplinary team. You will engage in a variety of therapeutic modalities and have the potential to contribute to research initiatives. This position not only emphasizes professional development but also supports a compassionate approach to mental health care, making a tangible impact on students' well-being. If you are passionate about mental health and education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing psychological assessments and therapies.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based assessments and psychological therapy to students.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists and clinical staff for student welfare.
• Engage in research and contribute to national initiatives.

Skills

Evidence-based psychological therapies

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Clinical Health Psychology

Interpersonal Therapy (IPT)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

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Clinical Psychologist - Clinical School Mental Health Service (CSMHS), Cambridge

Client:

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough

Location:

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Posted:

07.05.2025

Expiry Date:

21.06.2025

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Job overview

We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Clinical Psychologist with an interest in providing evidence-based psychological therapies to Cambridge University’s Clinical School Mental Health Service (CSMHS). The post will be based in CPFT’s Psychological Medicine Service working with Medical Students in Cambridge University’s Clinical School.

This is a fixed-term, part-time, maternity leave cover post, with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

The Psychological Medicine Service includes Liaison Psychiatry and Clinical Health Psychology for both adults and children. There are multiple Clinical Psychologists working across Adult and Paediatric Psychology. Some are embedded with specialist teams, others are part of general services. Psychologists are part of a professional network within Psychological Medicine and the CPFT professional group. The service provides placements for the University of East Anglia Clinical Psychology training course.

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust provides Psychological Medicine Services within the county's acute hospitals, including Cambridge University Hospitals, Royal Papworth Hospital, Peterborough City Hospital, and Hinchingbrooke Hospital. The Cambridge service has a longstanding reputation for high-quality services, rated 'excellent' by the Psychiatric Liaison Accreditation Service.

Main duties of the job:

• Providing evidence-based assessments, formulations, and psychological therapy to Clinical School Students at the University of Cambridge’s School of Clinical Medicine.
• Collaborating closely with the service’s Consultant Psychiatrist, Clinical Psychologist, and the Clinical School’s Sub-Dean for Student Welfare.
• Potential to engage in research, contribute to national initiatives, and collaborate with other relevant services.
• Working within a team that offers a range of therapeutic modalities, including CBT, CAT, IPT, and EMDR, with opportunities for professional development and CPD in clinical health psychology.

Working for our organization:

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to improve health and wellbeing. Our services span inpatient, primary care, community mental health, forensic, learning disabilities, primary care, liaison psychiatry, substance misuse, social care, and research.

We seek high-caliber candidates who share our values. We are an equal opportunities employer, encouraging applications from all community sectors, especially under-represented groups including those with long-term conditions, ethnic minorities, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Please note: We may close the advert early if sufficient applications are received. We cannot offer sponsorship for all roles; applications from candidates requiring sponsorship may be rejected.

For more information about CPFT, please visit our website.