Lead Consultant Psychologist – Inpatient LD Care

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

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider seeks a Consultant Clinical Psychologist to lead psychological services at the West Yorkshire Assessment & Treatment Units. The role involves providing evidence-based psychological therapies, clinical leadership, and developing new services to improve patient care. Candidates should have a doctorate in clinical psychology, significant leadership experience, and a commitment to high-quality care. This permanent position offers a salary between £76,965 and £88,682, with an emphasis on flexible working arrangements and professional development.

Benefits

Increased mileage rates

Health and wellbeing support

Development and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Doctorate level training in clinical or applied psychology.
• Eligibility for Chartered Clinical Psychologist status.
• Leadership training.
• Significant experience in relevant mental health practice.
• Significant post-qualification experience (at least 5 years).

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist psychological therapies.
• Provide clinical leadership and supervision.
• Lead service and policy review.
• Ensure clinical effectiveness through audit and evaluation.
• Work as part of the leadership team for service direction.

Skills

Effective communication

Consultation skills

Psychological assessment

Program planning

Autonomous decision-making

Supervision

Teaching

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Eligibility for Chartered Clinical Psychologist

Job description

A regional healthcare provider seeks a Consultant Clinical Psychologist to lead psychological services at the West Yorkshire Assessment & Treatment Units. The role involves providing evidence-based psychological therapies, clinical leadership, and developing new services to improve patient care. Candidates should have a doctorate in clinical psychology, significant leadership experience, and a commitment to high-quality care. This permanent position offers a salary between £76,965 and £88,682, with an emphasis on flexible working arrangements and professional development.