Forensic & Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a) – Flexible Role

Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Wickford; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

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Flexible working

Job summary

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC-registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist (Band 8a) to join the forensic inpatient unit at Brockfield House. The role may involve working across multiple wards and requires expertise in psychological assessments and interventions for high-risk forensic cases.

The post supports career development, with a professional developmental programme and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist.
• Experience in forensic inpatient settings is desirable.
• Clinical assessment and intervention delivery across risk-related needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological assessments for inpatients on forensic wards.
• Formulate and implement treatment plans for mental health problems.
• Deliver highly specialised psychological interventions with individuals, families and groups.
• Evaluate treatment options considering varied theoretical/therapeutic models and historical factors.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Risk Assessment

Group Therapy

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a HCPC-registered Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist (Band 8a) to join the forensic inpatient unit at Brockfield House. The role may involve working across multiple wards and requires expertise in psychological assessments and interventions for high-risk forensic cases.

The post supports career development, with a professional developmental programme and flexible working options.