Lead Clinical Psychologist – Learning Disabilities

Devon Partnership Nhs Trust; Exeter; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Partnership NHS Trust is seeking an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to lead psychology services for learning disabilities across Exeter and East Devon, working within a multidisciplinary team. You will provide psychological leadership and complex assessments, while developing evidence-based interventions for a vulnerable population.

The role requires HCPC registration and D.Clin. Psych or equivalent, with experience in learning disabilities, supervision, and service development within

Qualifications

• Qualified Clinical Psychologist with HCPC registration.
• Experience teaching, training and supervision.
• Knowledge of Learning Disabilities services in NHS settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological services to people with learning disabilities and staff.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision for staff, trainees and volunteers.
• Carry specialist caseload and deliver therapy, advice and consultancy.
• Develop and review psychology service provision to maximise wellbeing.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical leadership

Supervision

Autonomous practice

Risk assessment

Education

D.Clin. Psych or equivalent

HCPC registration

Tools

Psychometric testing

Report writing

Job description

Devon Partnership NHS Trust is seeking an 8a Principal Clinical Psychologist to lead psychology services for learning disabilities across Exeter and East Devon, working within a multidisciplinary team. You will provide psychological leadership and complex assessments, while developing evidence-based interventions for a vulnerable population.

The role requires HCPC registration and D.Clin. Psych or equivalent, with experience in learning disabilities, supervision, and service development within