Lead Learning Disabilities Psychologist

North East London NHS; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 4,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Clinical / Counselling Psychologist to lead the Community Learning Disabilities Team in Waltham Forest. This role entails providing high-quality psychological services, managing a multi-disciplinary team, and developing strategies aligned with national guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a doctoral level qualification, HCPC registration, and at least two years of relevant experience. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment are available.

Benefits

Proactive health and wellbeing support

Flexible working opportunities

Support for Armed Forces community

Qualifications

• Minimum two years experience in Learning Disabilities Psychological services.
• Eligibility to supervise doctoral course trainees.
• Highly developed knowledge of specialized psychological therapies.

Responsibilities

• Lead the psychology service for the Community Learning Disabilities Team.
• Provide operational management and professional guidance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with other services.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Supervision of staff

Knowledge of psychological therapies

Education

Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology

HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Clinical / Counselling Psychologist to lead the Community Learning Disabilities Team in Waltham Forest. This role entails providing high-quality psychological services, managing a multi-disciplinary team, and developing strategies aligned with national guidelines. Ideal candidates will have a doctoral level qualification, HCPC registration, and at least two years of relevant experience. Opportunities for professional development and a supportive environment are available.