Forensic Psychologist

Purosearch Ltd; Bexhill-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is seeking a compassionate part-time Forensic Psychologist for a role in Bexhill-on-Sea. The position demands HCPC registration and experience with complex mental health needs. Responsibilities include delivering assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and guiding colleagues in practice. Competitive salary up to £55,000 (pro rata) and flexible working hours are offered, providing a chance to make a substantial clinical impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £55,000

Flexible work schedule

Regular supervision and CPD opportunities

Supportive multidisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Registered with HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist (Forensic) is essential.
• Experience with complex mental health and forensic presentations is required.
• Must be reflective and capable of independent and team work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team on care plans.
• Consult and provide guidance to clinical colleagues.
• Support audits and clinical governance.

Skills

Formulation skills

Communication skills

Risk assessment skills

Collaborative practice

Education

HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist (Forensic)

Job description

Forensic Psychologist (Part-Time, 2–3 Days/Week)

Location: Bexhill-on-Sea

Salary: Up to £55,000 (pro rata)

Service: 6 forensic mental health wards | Up to 70 service users

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Forensic Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team on a part-time basis (2–3 days per week). You will deliver high-quality psychological assessment, formulation and intervention to adults with a range of complex mental health needs across six forensic wards.

This role offers flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a supportive, well-established clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver evidence‑based psychological and risk assessments, formulations and interventions (individual and group).
• Work collaboratively with the MDT to develop and review care and treatment plans.
• Provide consultation, guidance and reflective practice to clinical colleagues.
• Support service development, audits, and clinical governance activities.
• Maintain accurate, professional clinical documentation.

About You

• HCPC-registered Practitioner Psychologist (Forensic) — essential.
• Experience working with complex mental health, personality disorder or forensic presentations.
• Strong formulation, communication and risk assessment skills.
• A reflective and collaborative practitioner able to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 (pro rata)
• Flexible 2–3 day per week schedule
• Supportive MDT across six specialist wards
• Regular supervision, CPD opportunities and professional development
• A meaningful role where your clinical expertise directly influences rehabilitation outcomes

Apply Today

If you are an HCPC-registered Forensic Psychologist looking for an impactful part‑time opportunity in Bexhill-on-Sea, we’d love to hear from you.

Email: [e-mail]
Call: 020 7952 7641

Apply now to join our dedicated clinical team.