Clinical Psychology

PENNINE CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST; Bury; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking an experienced 8b clinical psychologist to lead its new team in Bury. The role involves working closely with the Head of Service for Family Safeguarding to enhance support for families facing challenges such as domestic abuse and mental health issues. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and experience in a multi-disciplinary setting. This fixed-term position offers opportunities for professional development within a dedicated service.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Professional development support

Inclusive work culture

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified clinical psychologist with relevant experience.
• Experience of working with children and families in a mental health setting is essential.
• Proven skills in motivational interviewing techniques are required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a multi-disciplinary clinical psychology team in Bury.
• Apply a whole-family approach to child protection.
• Collaborate with the Head of Service for Family Safeguarding.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Motivational interviewing

Multi-disciplinary teamwork

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Tools

Statistical software

Job description

Overview

We are pleased to offer this fixed term opportunity to lead our recently commissioned team in Bury which is co‑located within Children’s Services. We are looking for a dynamic and clinically experienced 8b clinical psychologist to lead this initiative and to work closely with the Head of Service for Family Safeguarding in developing this offer.

Our Family Safeguarding multi‑disciplinary team is based in Bury Council Children’s Services. The teams work with children and families to help and support them in change, including Children in Need, Children subject to Child Protection Plans and Children subject to Pre‑proceedings. The teams use a partnership approach to support parents, families and carers experiencing the challenges of domestic abuse, mental health and substance misuse. The purpose of the teams is to tackle the impact of abuse and neglect from within the family on children’s welfare and, where appropriate, to promote the upbringing of children by their families.

The Family Safeguarding Teams use a Motivational Interviewing model of practice in their work. This is designed to empower and engage parents to make the positive changes needed to achieve improved outcomes for their children and their own wellbeing. Their aim is to work collaboratively with the right families, at the right time, respecting families’ rights, following guidance and law. They take a whole‑family approach to child protection to keep more children safely at home with their families.

Clinical Psychology is well‑integrated and highly valued within the multi‑disciplinary CAMHS team locally and across the broader Specialist Services Directorate in Pennine Care. There are currently progressive psychological therapies and research work‑streams running across the Directorate. The support, development and well‑being of our workforce are the foundations on which we continue to develop services to ensure children and young people receive optimal care.

Application Support

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Sponsorship Information

We are an approved sponsoring organisation. Applications will be considered from applicants requiring sponsorship alongside all other applications. Please be aware, not all roles are eligible for sponsorship. You can review the list of eligible role and requirements on the government website.

After You Apply

Once your application is submitted you will receive updates via email. Shortlisting is based on how well you meet the criteria outlined in the person specification. Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview, and invitations will be sent by email.

If You're Offered the Role

If successful, the hiring manager will contact you directly with a verbal offer. They will then notify the Recruitment Team and submit the necessary paperwork. You will receive a formal conditional offer via email.

Pre‑Employment Checks

• Identity verification
• Right to work check
• Disclosure and barring service (DBS)/Criminal record check (dependent on role)
• Professional registration and/or qualification check
• Occupational health assessment
• Employment history and reference validation

All applicants external to Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust will be required to provide their HMRC employment history to cover the most recent three years. This information will be used to validate employment history and references.

If you require sponsorship, we will assess your eligibility based on current government guidance. If the role is not eligible and you cannot demonstrate your right to work, your conditional offer may be withdrawn.

Once Checks Are Complete

The Recruitment Team will coordinate with you and the hiring manager to confirm a start date. You’ll be booked onto a Trust Welcome Session and receive your Pennine Care NHS Terms and Conditions.

Additional Information

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), and we strive to ensure our workforce reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds to help us grow, innovate, and improve.

If you wish to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, you will be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact us on 0161 716 3181 as early as possible so we can support you.

• We do not accept unsolicited contact from recruitment agencies. Hiring managers should not be contacted directly.
• We may close vacancies early if we receive a high volume of applications. To ensure your application is considered, please apply as soon as possible.

Local Service Overview

Bury CAMHS is a high‑performing and dynamic child and adolescent mental health service, working closely with commissioners and with our partners in Children’s Services, education and the VCSE sector to develop models of care within the principles of the i‑thrive framework. Our vision is for our local community to be well‑equipped to support children and young people, the adults of tomorrow, to grow up with good emotional health and well‑being. In addition to the successes of our Early Attachment service, Mental Health Support Team (schools), and innovative RISE team (emotional well‑being service for children and families).

Staff Networks & Work Culture

• Faiths & Beliefs
• LGBT+
• Men’s Wellbeing
• Positive Ability
• Race Equality
• Women’s Network
• Neurodiverse

We offer flexible working opportunities to support your work/life balance.

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