Lead Paediatric Clinical Psychologist – Diabetes & Cancer

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Swindon; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in Swindon is seeking a Principal Paediatric Clinical Counselling Psychologist to enhance psychological care for children with diabetes and cancer. The role involves leading a specialized psychology service, managing a caseload, and providing consultation to the multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates should have a doctoral level training in psychology and experience in paediatric settings. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality of care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Post-doctoral training in psychology accredited by the BPS.
• Specialist therapy training for children and young people.
• Leadership experience in psychological settings.

Responsibilities

• Manage a clinical caseload and develop treatment plans.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to trainee psychologists.
• Evaluate treatment options considering complex factors.

Skills

Evidence-based therapy

Leadership within psychological settings

Service quality monitoring

Group work with children and adolescents

Education

Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical or counselling psychology

Post qualification specialist therapy training

Post qualification training in leadership or management

Job description

A prominent healthcare institution in Swindon is seeking a Principal Paediatric Clinical Counselling Psychologist to enhance psychological care for children with diabetes and cancer. The role involves leading a specialized psychology service, managing a caseload, and providing consultation to the multidisciplinary team. Ideal candidates should have a doctoral level training in psychology and experience in paediatric settings. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the quality of care in a collaborative environment.