Lead Clinical Psychologist – Cancer & Palliative Care

NHS; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health organization in Shrewsbury is seeking a Consultant Psychologist in Cancer and Palliative Care. The ideal candidate will lead specialist psychological services across the Shropshire region, focusing on delivering high-quality care to patients in need. Applicants should have extensive experience in clinical psychology, particularly in physical health contexts, and a commitment to improving services through leadership. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from £76,965 to £88,682 per year (pro-rata).

Qualifications

• Post graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology as accredited by the BPS.
• Specialist training and/or experience in physical health psychology.
• Substantial experience working with a variety of client groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and lead Specialist Psychological Services in Cancer and Palliative Care.
• Provide professional advice regarding psychological practice for system partners.
• Contribute to strategic/locality leadership for effective health psychology services.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Counseling Psychology

Leadership skills

Physical health psychology

Education

Post graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology

HCPC registration

Specialist training in physical health psychology

Job description

A regional health organization in Shrewsbury is seeking a Consultant Psychologist in Cancer and Palliative Care. The ideal candidate will lead specialist psychological services across the Shropshire region, focusing on delivering high-quality care to patients in need. Applicants should have extensive experience in clinical psychology, particularly in physical health contexts, and a commitment to improving services through leadership. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from £76,965 to £88,682 per year (pro-rata).