Consultant Psychologist: Community Mental Health Leadership

Herefordshire and Worcestershire Health and Care NHS Trust; Hereford; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider in Hereford seeks a Consultant Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to lead psychological services within Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. This part-time role (30 hours/week) involves governance, intervention leadership, and strategic development of community mental health services. Candidates should possess relevant degrees and strong leadership capabilities in multidisciplinary settings, aiming to improve patient outcomes and support staff well-being. Relocation expenses are available.

Benefits

27 days leave plus bank holidays

Generous NHS pension

Flexible working options

Support for maternity, paternity, and adoption

Health and wellbeing opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in psychological services.
• Experience developing research programs within psychology therapy.
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and represent services strategically.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychological governance and service delivery within NMHTs.
• Provide clinical supervision and expert input on interventions.
• Implement trauma informed care practices across services.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage therapeutic relationships

Presentation and teaching skills

IT proficiency

Support for patients' rights

Education

BSc/BA Honours degree in psychology

Post-graduate doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology

Post-graduate level training in NHS leadership/management

Chartered Psychologist eligibility

Registered with Health and Care Professions Council

Job description

A regional healthcare provider in Hereford seeks a Consultant Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to lead psychological services within Neighbourhood Mental Health Teams. This part-time role (30 hours/week) involves governance, intervention leadership, and strategic development of community mental health services. Candidates should possess relevant degrees and strong leadership capabilities in multidisciplinary settings, aiming to improve patient outcomes and support staff well-being. Relocation expenses are available.