Consultant Psychologist (Dual Site)

Priory Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 68,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site parking

Birthday holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

IPD sponsorship

Leadership development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory Hospital Mill Garth in Leeds, West Yorkshire, is seeking a Consultant Psychologist for a dual-site, full-time role (37.5 hours, site based). The post combines work at Mill Garth and Dewsbury and requires HCPC registration with a minimum five years post‑registration as a consultant.

You will lead clinical psychology services, drive governance, and support recovery and independence for patients. Join compassionate teams and contribute to strategic development, audit activities, and staff

Qualifications

• HCPC registered with a minimum of five years' post-registration experience at Consultant level.
• Training includes CBT and at least two further therapeutic modalities.
• Training in clinical supervision and relevant understanding, experience, and training in assessment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the strategic direction of the service and ensure the psychology department maintains high standards and patient outcomes.
• Develop and deliver behavioural and psychological interventions and contribute to governance audits across sites.
• Provide consultation to the Head of Psychology and senior managers; collaborate within clinical and research governance initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy

CBT

Supervision

Clinical governance

Job description

Consultant Psychologist (Dual Site)

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Mill Garth

Compensation: £68,250 - £78,750 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Mill Garth

Full Time | 37.5 hours | Site Based

£68,250 - £78,750

Dual site role - 3 days at Mill Garth and 2 days at Dewsbury.

HCPC registration required

Based in Leeds, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Mill Garth is a level 2 rehabilitation service for adult males. They support individuals with a range of mental health disorders. We believe that anyone with a mental health condition should be given the best chance possible to lead a happy and fulfilling life, and our aim is to provide individuals with the confidence and skills to move or return to the community.

Priory Hospital Mill Garth, Leeds, West Yorkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service for adult males with a range of mental health disorders. It is accessible by public transport, with local bus routes serving Meanwood and Leeds railway station approximately 3-4 miles from the service.

Based in the residential area of Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire, Priory Hospital Dewsbury provides level 2 rehabilitation services divided into two wards. Care is for male patients who have mental health disorders and increasing physical health needs. We also offer neuropsychiatry support, support for older people and dementia, community-focused rehabilitation, and support for severe and enduring mental health.

Priory Hospital Dewsbury, Earlsheaton, West Yorkshire is a level 2 rehabilitation service for male patients with mental health disorders and increasing physical health needs, including neuropsychiatry, older adult and dementia care, and community-focused rehabilitation. It is accessible by public transport, with Dewsbury bus station nearby and a train station approximately 1 mile from the hospital. The M1 and M62 motorways are also within easy reach.

What you'll be doing

Both site have compassionate teams who are committed to their patients wellbeing.

The Consultant Psychologist will work closely with the Head of Psychology in delivering the strategic direction of the service to the hospital director/director of services/medical director. The Consultant Psychologist will ensure both the professional psychological practice and quality of the psychology department, to ensure excellence in patient experience and outcomes. You will contribute to the development of audit of services at your site and more broadly when required and asked by your Head of Psychology. To support the development and delivery of behavioural and other psychological interventions for patients and service users and provide appropriately developed psychologically informed guidance to reduce risks, aid recovery and independence. You will be required to provide consultation to the Head of Psychology and Senior Managers as required. You will be working within clinical and research governance initiatives.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential:

Applicants must be HCPC registered with a minimum of five years' post-registration experience at Consultant level, demonstrating leadership and strategic experience. Essential training includes CBT and at least two further therapeutic modalities, including at least one intervention appropriate to the patient group.

The candidate must also have training in clinical supervision, as well as relevant understanding, experience, and training in assessment appropriate to the environment and population. Strong leadership and management experience, along with proven skills in service planning and development, are also required.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.