Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology)

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is looking for a part-time Clinical Psychologist specializing in Neuropsychology. The role is part of a well-integrated team that delivers diagnostic assessments and therapeutic services for various neurological conditions. Candidates should have a doctoral training in clinical psychology and at least 2 years of experience. The position provides opportunities for clinical research and is committed to professional development and ongoing supervision.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Continuous professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology as accredited by BPS.
• Experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologist for a minimum of 2 years.
• Registration on the British Psychological Society's Register of Applied Practice Supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments for a range of neurological conditions.
• Provide therapeutic input for inpatients and outpatients.
• Contribute to the awake craniotomy service.

Skills

Complex neuropsychological assessment and intervention

High-level communication skills

Consultation skills

IT system proficiency

Community and hospital autonomy

Education

Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology

Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist

Post-doctoral level training in Clinical Neuropsychology

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychology)

The closing date is 19 January 2026

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

An exciting opportunity for a part‑time Clinical Psychologist in Neuropsychology (Band 8A). The new post is located in Victoria House at Southampton General Hospital, part of the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust.

The post holder will join an established well‑integrated neuropsychology team that provides diagnostic and therapeutic services across inpatient and outpatient settings. Responsibilities include diagnostic assessments, therapeutic input for a broad spectrum of neurological conditions for both inpatients and outpatients, and contribution to the awake craniotomy service.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. We support the balancing of family, study, and wellbeing alongside a professional career.

We proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

The key areas the postholder is likely to be involved with include: the epilepsy service, cognitive service (early‑onset dementia), in‑patient stroke rehabilitation team, the awake craniotomy surgery service, HD and MS outpatient neurological service. The role will include direct and indirect clinical input to patients, their families and carers, in addition to attendance at MDTs. Opportunities are available to work on clinical research trials and in service audit. Regular supervision and peer support will be provided.

Person Specification

Qualifications / training required

• Post‑graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS), including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• Registration as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council.
• Formal training in supervision of other psychologists or equivalent experience.
• Registration on the British Psychological Society's Register of Applied Practice Supervisors (RAPPS).
• Post‑doctoral level training in Clinical Neuropsychology and eligible for registration on the British Psychological Society's Specialist Register of Clinical Neuropsychologists.

Previous or relevant experience necessary

• Experience of working as a qualified clinical psychologist for a minimum of 2 years.
• Experience of working in one or more of the following neuro‑relevant settings: a neuropsychology service, a Memory Assessment Service, an Older People's Mental Health Service or an acute hospital neuro department or Neuro‑Rehabilitation Unit.
• Experience of working within and actively participating in a team environment.
• Experience of exercising clinical responsibility for clients' psychological care and treatment.
• Knowledge of legislation and policy developments in the area of neurological and long‑term conditions, capacity and consent.
• Experience of supervision and teaching assistants and trainee psychologists.
• Undertaking or working towards the BPS Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology.
• Experience of representing the profession in a range of policy fora.
• Experienced in the application of advanced theoretical and experimental models from neuroscience, medicine and psychology in the administration of diagnostic procedures requiring resection, electrical stimulation, or sedation of the brain.
• Working knowledge of the management and leadership frameworks of the NHS and BPS.

Aptitudes and skills required

• Skilled in the use of complex methods of neuropsychological and psychological assessment and intervention.
• High-level ability to communicate (orally and in writing) to a wide variety of recipients in a range of settings including clients, their families, carers and professional colleagues within and outside the NHS, including the ability to produce comprehensive and coherent letters, reports and associated documentation.
• Ability to communicate complex and sensitive information to people in a manner that overcomes potential barriers such as cognitive impairment, limited or no use of English or psychiatric conditions.
• Will routinely be required to tolerate and manage cognitive confusion, impairments and disturbed behaviour associated with neuropsychological/neurological conditions.
• Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non‑professional groups.
• Ability to develop and use complex multimedia materials for presentations in public, professional and academic settings.
• Ability to organise and plan assessments so that they can be undertaken by junior staff or by trainee neuropsychologists.
• Evidence of continued professional development as recommended by BPS and HCPC.
• Ability to provide a culturally competent and non‑stigmatising service including an awareness of the potential impact of discrimination and disadvantage on mental health.
• Ability to work autonomously in community and hospital settings.
• Competence in the use of IT systems including NHS service delivery systems, statistical packages.
• Advanced knowledge of research design and methodology at a post‑doctoral level appropriate for monitoring service activity and outcomes and clinical audit including complex multivariate analytic techniques.

Values and behaviours

• Working together.
• Always improving.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. As such, a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£55,690 to £62,682 per annum – pro rata