Clinical Psychologist Development 7-8a | Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust

Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Rotherham is seeking an enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join their Adult Learning Disability Community Service. This role offers a preceptorship opportunity for recent graduates or an 8A position for experienced practitioners. Responsibilities include person-centred care, conducting assessments, and supporting a multidisciplinary team in providing high-quality support. Applicants must be HCPC registered and have experience working with individuals with learning disabilities.

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as a Clinical Psychologist.
• Experience in supporting people with learning disabilities.
• Ability to formulate interventions for autism.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred care to individuals with learning disabilities.
• Conduct assessments and deliver interventions.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Person-centred care

Psychological assessments

Team collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist

Job description

Clinical Psychologist – Preceptorship Opportunity

An enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist is needed to join our Adult Learning Disability Community Service within the Rotherham Doncaster & South Humber NHS Foundation Trust. The role is based in Rotherham and offers a preceptorship opportunity or an 8A position.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide person‑centred care to people with learning disabilities and comorbid mental health difficulties, distress behaviour and/or autism.
• Conduct psychological assessments, write formulations and deliver interventions across established clinical pathways.
• Support and embed formulation within the service, helping colleagues understand and use it to plan interventions.
• Work at both systemic and individual levels, supporting the learning of others in the team through teaching and training.
• Collaborate effectively with a multidisciplinary team, communicating clearly and acting as a supportive member of the service.

Qualifications & Experience

• HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist.
• Experience working with people with learning disabilities and their families.
• Demonstrated ability to formulate and deliver effective interventions for diverse pathways including autism and growing‑old with learning disability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to relate well with this clinical group.
• Willingness to undertake clinical supervision and participate in ongoing professional development.

About the Service

The service provides a high‑quality multidisciplinary approach to support individuals with learning disabilities across the full spectrum. We value the contributions of our staff and are committed to inclusive cultures.

Application Deadline

This advert closes on Monday 3 Nov 2025.