Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist (NHS AfC: Band 8a) - Neuropsychology; older people; dem[...]

Greater Manchester Mental Health; Bolton; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist at Band 8a to join a supportive memory assessment team in Bolton. The role involves working with older adults, particularly those with dementia, and offers a chance to connect with a multidisciplinary team. The position encourages applications from those in clinical training or at Band 7 for a preceptorship.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Learning and development opportunities

Sponsorship for visas available

Qualifications

• Expertise in psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment of older adults.
• Significant experience in diagnostic neuropsychological assessment.

Responsibilities

• Join a memory assessment team focusing on older people and dementia.
• Connect with the wider Older People’s psychology service in GMMH.

Skills

Communication

Consultation

Training

Education

HCPC registration as a clinical/counselling psychologist

Specialist training in neuropsychology

Recognition as a supervisor for UK DClin courses

Job description

Main area: Neuropsychology; focus on older people and dementia. Grade NHS AfC: Band 8a. Contract: Permanent. Hours: Part time - 31 hours per week (within 9-5, Monday to Friday service hours). Job ref 437-7090849.

Site: Bolton Memory Assessment Service, Breightmet Health Centre, Bolton. Salary: Option for full-time Band 7 preceptorship is available. Closing date: 03/06/2025 23:59. Interview date: 26/06/2025.

Job overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist interested in working with older people to join a friendly and supportive memory assessment team. The post is advertised at Band 8a, but we encourage psychologists in clinical training or those at Band 7 to apply for a preceptorship position.

Main duties of the job

The psychology team at Bolton Memory Assessment Service includes a Principal Clinical Psychologist, Assistant Psychologist, and trainees, all integral to the multidisciplinary team (MDT). We have strong links with Northwest clinical psychology training programs and FPOP. The postholder will also connect with the wider Older People’s psychology service in GMMH. Regular meetings and training opportunities are available.

A detailed job description and responsibilities are attached.

Working for our organisation

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 staff across more than 160 locations, providing inpatient and community mental health services in Bolton, Manchester, Salford, Trafford, and Wigan, along with specialized services across the region.

Greater Manchester offers vibrant city life and beautiful countryside, known for its warmth, humor, and generosity. Our staff enjoy learning, development opportunities, and innovative care improvements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please see attached documents for full details.

Band: 8a

Shifts: Saturday (midnight to midnight), any weekday after 8 pm and before 6 am, all day on Sundays and Public Holidays.

Annual leave: 27 days plus bank holidays, increasing to 29 after 5 years and 33 after 10 years.

Person specification

Qualifications

• HCPC registration as a clinical/counselling psychologist.
• Specialist training in neuropsychology or relevant therapeutic modalities.
• Recognition as a supervisor for UK DClin courses.

Experience

• Expertise in psychological and neuropsychological assessment and treatment of older adults, especially with dementia, across various settings.
• Significant experience in diagnostic neuropsychological assessment and cognitive rehabilitation.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in providing consultation, training, and supervision.

Additional information about employment checks, DBS, and diversity initiatives is provided. We welcome applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience, including outside the NHS. Sponsorship for visas is available for eligible roles. The position requires UK professional registration and DBS clearance.

For further details or to visit, contact Nathalie Whittle, Principal Clinical Psychologist, at [e-mail] or 01204 483770.