Clinical Psychologist – Learning Disabilities Lead

NHS; Manchester; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a permanent full-time Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to support adults with learning disabilities in Salford. The role involves providing specialist psychological assessments and leading a dementia pathway, with the opportunity to supervise assistant psychologists. Applicants must have a DClinPsy and be HCPC registered. This position emphasizes team collaboration and offers a competitive salary range of £47,810 to £62,682 per annum, along with a benefits package to enhance work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexible working opportunities

Generous annual leave

Qualifications

• Must possess a DClinPsy and be HCPC registered.
• Excellent communication skills with professionals and individuals with learning disabilities are essential.
• Experience in providing psychological assessment/therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist clinical psychology assessment, formulation, and interventions.
• Lead the dementia pathway while maintaining links with other dementia services.
• Supervise assistant psychologists and trainee clinical psychologists as appropriate.

Skills

Knowledge and experience of implementing psychological assessment/therapy

Excellent communication skills with professionals and people with LD

Work and maintain judgement under pressure/managing time

MDT working

Education

DClinPsy

HCPC registered

Completed Supervisor training or willingness to complete

Job description

A leading healthcare provider in Manchester is seeking a permanent full-time Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to support adults with learning disabilities in Salford. The role involves providing specialist psychological assessments and leading a dementia pathway, with the opportunity to supervise assistant psychologists. Applicants must have a DClinPsy and be HCPC registered. This position emphasizes team collaboration and offers a competitive salary range of £47,810 to £62,682 per annum, along with a benefits package to enhance work-life balance.