Course Tutor/Clinical Psychologist

Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job description

We are looking for enthusiastic and experienced clinical psychologists to join our teaching team at the Oxford DClinPsych where full training and support will be provided to help you help us train future clinical psychologists for the NHS workforce.

Please see this link for details of the course and the existing team.

The DClinPsych sits within the Oxford Centre for Psychological Health which is a unit within Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust closely linked to the University of Oxford and the Department of Experimental Psychology.

Staff are employed on NHS contracts with access to University facilities. The centre comprises the Oxford Institute for Clinical Psychology Training and Research, Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre and the Oxford Health Specialist Psychological Intervention Centre as well as a new systemic family therapy training unit.

We are a fast-growing organisation which delivers training and clinical services from an evidence-based perspective, and are seeking new staff to join our friendly and dynamic team based at the Warneford Hospital, Oxford (with some flexible working from home being possible). CBT and Systemic/Family therapy interests are strongly encouraged.

Please note if you are based outside of the UK you will need to hold HCPC registration in order to be considered for this role.

• Plan, organise and coordinate key aspects of the DClinPsych Training Programme.
• Teach individuals and help them reach their full potential.
• Work with the team to support the development of the service.
• Work with the lead for the People with Experience Group (PEG) to integrate personal experience matters throughout the curriculum.
• Keep up-to-date with knowledge of legislation, national and local policies.

Please refer to the job description attached for a comprehensive list of duties.

Oxford Health is a great place to work. To showcase the best of yourself when making an application, please read the “candidate guide to making an application” and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.

As a Trust, we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics, and people’s homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: “Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team.”

Our values are: “Caring, safe and excellent.”

At Oxford Health, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:

• Excellent opportunities for career progression.
• Access to tailored individual and Trust-wide learning and development.
• 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service.
• NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants, and retailers.
• Competitive pension scheme.
• Lease car scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Mental Health First Aiders.
• Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply).
• Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team.

For further details or informal visits, contact: Name: Paul Salkovskis, Job title: Director, Email address: [e-mail], Telephone number: 01865 226369.

At Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust, we want to employ people not just with experience, but with the aptitude and motivation to succeed and whose values resonate with our own. Therefore, if you don’t meet all the requirements of the role and are unsure about applying but are excited about the opportunity, please do get in touch. We will be happy to discuss the requirements in more detail ahead of making a written application.