Clinical Psychologist (Neurodevelopment) - Band 7/8a

Integrated Care System; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Une organisation de soins intégrés recherche un Psychologue Clinique passionné pour rejoindre son service neurodéveloppemental. Ce poste implique l'évaluation et des interventions pour des enfants avec des conditions neurodéveloppementales, au sein d'une équipe pluridisciplinaire. Le service est reconnu pour son approche affirmation neuro et offre des opportunités professionnelles continues dans un environnement soutenant.

Benefits

Supervision clinique forte

Opportunités de développement professionnel continu

Qualifications

• Formation en évaluation et traitement neurodéveloppemental.
• Formation pré- et post-qualification en méthodologie de recherche.
• Post-qualification en approches psychologiques basées sur des preuves.

Responsibilities

• Fournir évaluation, diagnostic et interventions pour les enfants d'âge préscolaire et scolaire.
• Travailler au sein d'une équipe multidisciplinaire.
• Utiliser des outils d'évaluation diagnostique neurodéveloppementale.

Skills

Expertise en évaluation psychologique complexe

Communication

Compétences en consultation

Connaissance des thérapies psychologiques

Compétences de leadership et d'organisation

Education

Doctorat ou DClinPsych en psychologie appliquée

Éligibilité pour l'adhésion au BPS

Job description

Go back Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust

Clinical Psychologist (Neurodevelopment) - Band 7/8a

The closing date is 13 July 2025

Children's Neurodevelopmental Service (Autism and ADHD)

Are you passionate about understanding and supporting children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions? Are you looking to be part of a large multi-disciplinary team with a supportive and proactive ethos?

Are you keen to join a service that prioritizes neuro-affirmative practice and values early intervention? Would you like to be part of an established cohort of Clinical Psychologists? If so, we are recruiting a Clinical Psychologist to provide assessment, diagnosis, and interventions for preschool and school-aged children with neurodevelopmental conditions.

Main duties of the job

Children's Neurodevelopmental Service (Autism and ADHD) is seeking a passionate professional to support children and young people with neurodevelopmental conditions. The role involves being part of a large, multidisciplinary team that values neuro-affirmative practice and early intervention. The successful candidate will provide assessment, diagnosis, and interventions for preschool and school-aged children.

About us

The service is part of the wider Learning Disability and Autism Directorate within the Trust, offering strong clinical supervision and Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities. We have received a 'Good' rating from the CQC, with an 'Outstanding' for care and compassion, and have been recognized nationally for our services.

Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership Trust provides a comprehensive range of physical, mental health, and learning disability services across many sites, serving over one million residents in Coventry, Warwickshire, and beyond. We see approximately 5,000 patients daily.

Job responsibilities

The role involves working within the Children's Integrated Directorate, with established links to local Clinical Psychology courses and contributions to teaching and placements for students and trainees. Applicants should have substantial experience working with children and young people, including the use of neurodevelopmental diagnostic assessment tools. Travel is required, and a valid driver’s license or suitable alternative transport is essential. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Good honours degree in Psychology and eligibility for Graduate Membership of the BPS. PhD or DClinPsych or equivalent qualification in Applied Psychology (Clinical/Counselling).
• Registered as an Applied Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling) with the HCPC/HPC.
• Pre- and post-qualification training in neurodevelopmental assessment and treatment, research methodology, and related fields.
• Post-qualification training in evidence-based psychological approaches (e.g., CBT, systemic psychotherapy).

Knowledge and skills

• Expertise in complex psychological assessment, intervention, and management.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, for diverse audiences including clients, families, and professionals.
• Consultation skills for working with professional and non-professional groups.
• Ability to work independently within neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Doctoral-level knowledge of audit and research methodology.
• Knowledge of psychological therapies for difficult-to-treat groups and cultural competence.
• High-level knowledge of at least two psychological therapies.
• Skill in communicating complex information sensitively, often in challenging environments.
• Clinical governance awareness and skills.
• Proven experience with children or young people with neurodevelopmental disorders.
• Leadership, team-building, and organizational skills.
• Person-centered practice understanding.

Experience

• Clinical experience with children/young people with neurodevelopmental or mental health issues.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary and multi-agency teams.
• Supervisory experience with qualified or non-qualified staff.

Other requirements

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. The role involves travel; a valid driver’s license or suitable transportation is essential.

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per annum (pro-rata for part-time).

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, with flexible, home, or remote working options.