Health Psychologist

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; Bangor; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a HCPC-registered Health Psychologist in the Bangor area, with opportunities for remote work. The role involves assessing and supporting children with diabetes. Candidates should have experience in health settings, particularly with paediatric populations. The organization offers competitive pay, mental health support, and a supportive team culture focused on flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive pay rate

Access to Health Assured support

Holiday pay

Pension scheme

Online CPD training opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have experience in health settings, especially diabetes care.
• Passionate about supporting children living with diabetes.
• Ability to deliver evidence-based therapies.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychological needs of 20 children on the waiting list.
• Deliver tailored psychological interventions.
• Provide consultation to multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Experience working with paediatric populations

Hands-on experience supporting children with diabetes

Collaborative mindset

Education

HCPC registration

At least one year post-qualification

Job description

Health Psychologist - Bangor Area - Remote working possible

Job Title: Health Psychologist

Location: Bangor area, north Wales / remote

Band: Band 7/8a/8b

Join the team at Medacs as a Clinical or Health Psychologist - Make a Real Impact in Paediatric Diabetes Care!

We're looking for a passionate and HCPC-registered Clinical or Health Psychologist to support children living with diabetes. If you're at least one year post-qualification and have solid experience in health settings - especially in diabetes care - we'd love to hear from you!

What we're looking for:

• Experience working with paediatric populations, either during training or post-qualification.
• Ideally, hands-on experience supporting children with diabetes.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality psychological care.

Your role will include:

• Assessing psychological needs of 20 children currently on our child health waiting list.
• Delivering tailored psychological interventions - from brief psychosocial support to evidence-based therapies like CBT or ACT, aligned with national guidelines.
• Providing consultation to our multidisciplinary team (MDT), including diabetes nurses and medics - whether through case discussions or joining clinic sessions remotely.

Flexibility matters: While we'd love to offer face-to-face sessions, remote delivery is possible.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rate
• Access to Health Assured (mental health and wellbeing support).
• First access to shifts with the ability to block book shifts in advance.
• Comprehensive compliance support.
• Holiday pay, pension scheme, and online CPD training opportunities.

Why Choose Us:

We are a friendly and approachable team committed to finding you locum roles to ensure you enjoy both your work life and your home life. We offer 24/7 support for all our clinicians - we are always here when you need us most.

If you are looking for a locum Health Psychologist role apply today.

How to Apply:

Please apply online using the form below and attach a copy of your up-to-date CV.

Unfortunately, we cannot process applications for candidates who cannot provide evidence of a UK right to work.

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all backgrounds.