Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist

Harmonia Careers; Ashford; On-site; GBP 57,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading health trust is seeking an experienced applied psychologist to deliver specialist psychological assessments to young adults in HMP Bronzefield. The role involves developing treatment plans and working within a multidisciplinary team to support young adults facing various challenges. This position offers part-time work with a salary range of £57,888 to £64,880 per year.

Qualifications

• Doctoral level training in clinical, counselling, or forensic psychology.
• Evidence of post-qualification specialist training.
• Experience in complex psychological assessment and intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments to young adults in HMP Bronzefield.
• Develop and implement psychological treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Complex psychological assessment

Ability to supervise junior staff

Teaching and training

Governance skills

Information technology skills

Education

Doctoral level training in clinical or forensic psychology

HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

Overview

The Young Adult (YA) Project at HMP Bronzefield is a pilot project recognised for the increased levels of self-harm and violence amongst 18-25 year old women in custody. The project delivers an enhanced level of support to this vulnerable group, underpinned by a partnership between CNWL, Sodexo, and the Women's Estate Psychology Service. The clinical model adopts a holistic approach to assessment and care planning, with trauma-informed principles and emphasis on relational security and co-production. There is scope for ongoing development and flexibility in service provision.

Job responsibilities

• To provide specialist psychological assessments to young adults in HMP Bronzefield using complex data from psychological and neuropsychological tests, self-report measures, rating scales, structured observations and semi-structured interviews with young adults and others involved in their care.
• To develop individual psychological formulations and lead on team formulations. To develop and utilise a range of psychological interventions to support the team and prison in understanding and managing the young adults.
• To formulate and implement plans for the psychological treatment and/or management of a young adult’s mental health and behavioural presentation, considering an appropriate conceptual framework, theoretical and therapeutic models, and evidence-based methods. Interventions may be individual and group-based depending on need.
• To work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure service delivery is informed by psychological understanding of young adults’ strengths and needs.

About Us

We are passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care in hospital settings, community clinics or in the patient’s home. We seek to employ outstanding people who will support patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust, and provide opportunities to develop careers. We offer a diverse culture and opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities and more.

The successful applicant may have contact with patients or service users. As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage vaccination to protect yourself, your family, colleagues and patients.

Details

Date posted: 09 September 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: 8a

Salary: £57,888 to £64,880 per year (pro rata, incl of HCAS)

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Location: HMP Bronzefield, Ashford, Surrey TW15 3JZ

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• To contribute to the development and articulation of best practice in psychology/psychological therapy across the service, by developing the skills of a reflexive and reflective scientist practitioner, taking part in regular professional supervision and appraisal and keeping up-to-date with current developments in psychology and related disciplines.
• Maintain high standards of clinical record keeping, including electronic data entry, reporting, and professional self-governance in line with professional codes and Trust policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation, policies, and issues related to the specific patient group and mental health.
• Ensure diversity considerations (race, culture, identity, gender, sexuality) are incorporated in all professional activity.
• Ensure service users are consulted about their care and empowered to express views, contributing to service development and improvement.
• Communicate with other counselling providers within the prison to ensure robust referral pathways and appropriate case division.

Person Specification

Essential – Education and Qualifications

• Doctoral level training in clinical, counselling or forensic psychology or equivalent, accredited by the BPS; HCPC registered as a Practitioner Psychologist, or equivalent post-graduate qualification in Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy (or BABCP accreditation) or equivalent; evidence of post-qualification specialist training in a relevant area.
• Evidence of post-qualification specialist training, experience and developing expertise in a specialist area of clinical practice relevant to this role.

Desirable – Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

• Experience in complex psychological assessment and intervention; ability to supervise junior staff and trainees; ability to teach and train others; strong governance and information technology skills.
• Broad knowledge of models of assessment, management, and treatment of offenders with mental health difficulties and personality disorders; ability to work with high needs, including sexual and violent offending and self-harming behaviours.
• Experience with Neuropsychology and trauma-informed approaches with young adults with complex needs.

Attitudes, Aptitudes, Personal Characteristics

• Excellent interpersonal skills; team player; self-awareness and commitment to self-care; ability to promote anti-discriminatory and anti-racist practices.

Previous Experience

• Specialist experience as an applied psychologist with substantial clinical supervision and experience across a range of client groups and settings, including multidisciplinary care and teaching/supervision.
• Knowledge of guidance and legislation related to the client group and mental health; experience in secure/forensic settings desirable.

Other

• Ability to work in a secure environment with prison security clearance; ability to implement equal opportunities policies; promote inclusive practice.

Disclosures

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Orders) 1975. Applications may require DBS disclosure. Skilled worker sponsorship information and UK registration requirements are noted as part of the application process.

Employer details

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: HMP Bronzefield, Ashford, Surrey TW15 3JZ
Employer's website: https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work