Forensic Clinical Psychologist (Band 7-8a) – Inpatient

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust invites applications for a Band 7/8a Practitioner Psychologist in the Inpatient Forensic Psychology Team at Fieldhead Hospital. The role focuses on assessment and therapeutic input across three sites, with supervision and a strong emphasis on recovery pathways and trauma-informed care.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary framework, providing high-quality psychology services, training, and possible research activity, while

Qualifications

• Qualified clinical psychologist with HCPC registration.
• Experience in NHS or forensic/inpatient settings is desirable.
• Experience with supervision and training of junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality specialist clinical psychology assessment and intervention to inpatient forensic service users.
• Offer consultation and supervision to multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to research, audit and service development initiatives.
• Supervise Psychology Assistants and Trainees as required.

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Hons. Degree in Psychology

Job description

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust invites applications for a Band 7/8a Practitioner Psychologist in the Inpatient Forensic Psychology Team at Fieldhead Hospital. The role focuses on assessment and therapeutic input across three sites, with supervision and a strong emphasis on recovery pathways and trauma-informed care.

The successful candidate will work within a multidisciplinary framework, providing high-quality psychology services, training, and possible research activity, while