Consultant Clinical Psychologist Strategic Lead for Cared For Children

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT; Bolton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and supportive CAMHS Division as a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, leading efforts to improve mental health for children and young people. In this role, you will provide expert psychological care and leadership, working collaboratively with multi-agency partners to drive strategic development. This position offers the chance to engage in research, training, and policy development, making a significant impact in the lives of Cared For Children. If you're an experienced clinician ready to innovate and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

30% pay enhancement for evenings and Saturdays

60% pay enhancement for Sundays and Bank holidays

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• 8 years post-qualifying experience in psychological services.
• Current HCPC registration is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological leadership to Cared For Children services.
• Contribute to strategic planning and development of CAMHS provision.

Skills

Psychological Services

Leadership

Multi-disciplinary Collaboration

Clinical Supervision

Research and Policy Development

Education

HCPC Registration

Leadership Qualification

Job description

Consultant Clinical Psychologist Strategic Lead for Cared For Children

Employer: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT | Location: Bolton, United Kingdom | Salary: Competitive | Closing date: 7 May 2025

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Job summary

Are you a dynamic, experienced clinician with a passion for making a difference in children and young people's lives? Join our vibrant and supportive CAMHS Division at Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust!

Role: Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Be part of a leading CAMHS Community Division across Wigan and Bolton, providing top-tier psychological care and leadership. Drive strategic development, offer oversight of specialist assessments and interventions, and work collaboratively with local system multi-agency partners.

What We Offer:

• Leadership in a growing team of senior psychology leaders
• Opportunities for strategic planning, service, and Health and Social Care System development
• Collaborative multi-agency multi-professional working environment
• Training and supervision role
• Engagement in research, audit, and policy development

Join Us If You:

• Have a proven track record in psychological services
• Are ready to lead and innovate
• Thrive in dynamic, multi-disciplinary settings

Apply Today! Embrace this fantastic opportunity to impact the mental health landscape for children and young people. We can't wait to welcome a new member to our diverse and talented team!

Main duties of the job

To provide professional psychological leadership to the Cared For Children and Young People's (CYP's) Psychological Services workforce across Wigan and Bolton CAMHS community services and work closely with Wigan and Bolton Local Authorities, providing expert clinical guidance on the needs of Cared For CYP and ensuring resources are allocated effectively for this population.

In collaboration with other senior members of the CAMH Service, contribute to ongoing strategic planning and development of CAMHS provision for Cared For CYP in liaison with other CAMHS specialists, service commissioners, purchasers, and multi-agency partners (including Thrive network, social care, and education).

Provide a highly specialist psychological service to Cared For CYP, their families, and their care systems as a member of the Community CAMHS Senior Leadership Team. This includes: providing highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions; liaising with other disciplines and agencies such as health partners, social care, education, and Thrive networks; offering consultation and training about clients' psychological care to colleagues; training professional and non-professional groups on mental health issues and developmental trauma; providing clinical supervision within the psychological services staff group and MDT; and engaging in research, audit, policy, and service development.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7,000 staff, delivering services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care across Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative and exciting places to live and work. From beautiful countryside to vibrant city life, with excellent shopping, entertainment, and dining options.

Our staff enjoy their work, have opportunities to develop skills, and are encouraged to generate ideas that improve care for our service users.

Job description

See attached job description and person specification for detailed responsibilities.

Staff benefits

• Pay enhancements: 30% for evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays; 60% for Sundays and Bank holidays
• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years, and 33 after 10 years
• Excellent pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Salary sacrifice car scheme
• Wellbeing programme
• Blue Light Card discounts

Person Specification

Registration with HCPC

• Essential: Current and valid registration

Desirable: Leadership qualification

Experience

• Essential: 8 years post-qualifying experience

Desirable: Leadership roles within Cared for Children's services

Additional requirements include DBS check, UK registration, and eligibility for sponsorship if applicable.

Employer details

Employer name: Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT

Address: Horwich Wellbeing Hub, Horwich, Bolton, BL6 5PY

Employer's website: [Link to apply or further info]