Clinical Psychologist or Psychological Therapist

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT; Bolton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Clinical Psychologist or Psychological Therapist to join their dynamic team in Bolton. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the strategic vision and clinical delivery of therapy services. You will engage in high-quality assessments and interventions, working collaboratively with a diverse client base. The position promises professional growth in a vibrant cultural environment, with a strong emphasis on team collaboration and personal development. If you are passionate about mental health and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Pay enhancements for unsocial hours

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme and discounts

Qualifications

• Post-qualification NHS experience as a psychological therapist.
• Experience with diverse client groups across various settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality assessments and brief interventions for mental health disorders.
• Support therapy delivery within the Step 3+ team of Bolton's NHS talking therapy service.

Skills

Therapeutic Models (CBT, IPT, CAT)

Psychological Assessments

Relationship-Building Skills

Understanding of Complex Mental Health Disorders

Education

Doctoral or Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Clinical Psychologist or Psychological Therapist

Employer: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Location: Bolton, United Kingdom

Salary: Competitive

Closing date: 7 May 2025

Job summary: Are you an experienced and resilient Psychological Therapist or Psychologist, capable of contributing to the strategic vision and clinical delivery of therapy within NHS talking therapies? Join our well-established, dynamic team in Bolton, delivering therapy to the local population. We seek a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced clinician to support therapy delivery within the Step 3+ team of Bolton's NHS talking therapy service. The ideal candidate will be committed to team working, have excellent relationship-building skills, and be capable of managing varied work demands.

Main duties of the job: As a Psychologist/Psychological Therapist, you will provide high-quality assessments and brief interventions for individuals experiencing common mental health disorders. This role offers opportunities for direct clinical work, consultation, supervision, reflective practice facilitation, and contributing to team development. You will have scope to develop your own practice while supporting the team to provide flexible, high-quality services that meet patient and public expectations.

About us: Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff across more than 160 locations, providing inpatient and community mental health services across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialist services across the North West and beyond. We are located in one of the world's most vibrant regions, offering a rich cultural environment and opportunities for professional growth. Our staff enjoy their work, with opportunities for learning, skill development, and innovation.

Job description and responsibilities: Please see attached detailed job description and person specification.

Staff benefits include:

• Pay enhancements for unsocial hours, including weekends and holidays, with specific percentage increases based on band and time worked.
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service length.
• Excellent pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Salary sacrifice car scheme.
• Wellbeing programme and discounts (Blue Light Card, fuelGenie Fuel Cards).

Person Specification:

Education and Qualifications

• Essential: Doctoral or Masters Degree in clinical psychology or relevant psychological therapy; additional specialist training in therapeutic models (e.g., CBT, IPT, CAT) and assessment tools is desirable.

Experience

• Essential: Post-qualification NHS experience as a psychological therapist; experience with diverse client groups across various settings; full responsibility for psychological assessments and interventions.

Knowledge and Skills

• Understanding of phenomenology and models of complex mental health disorders; ability to formulate problems using evidence-based models.

Other Requirements:

• Willingness to travel mainly within Bolton and occasionally across the Trust's footprint; flexible working arrangements.

Additional information: The role is subject to DBS check. Applicants require current UK professional registration. Applications from those needing sponsorship are welcome.

Employer details:

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT, Bolton Talking Therapies, Bolton, BL1 1PP. Employer website