Lead Principal Psychologist – Trauma‑Informed Urgent Care

Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust; North East; On-site; GBP 64,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a Principal Applied Psychologist to lead within their Intensive Support Team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality psychological care to individuals with complex needs while contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will have significant experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for trauma-informed approaches. Mentorship will be provided for career growth.

Benefits

CPD opportunities

Supportive work environment

Mentoring from experienced professionals

Qualifications

• Must have significant post-qualification experience with learning disabilities.
• Experience in intensive support or crisis settings is preferred.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Deliver high-quality psychological assessments and interventions.
• Support the development of psychologically informed care.
• Collaborate with service users and partner agencies for trauma-informed care.

Skills

Leadership skills

Trauma-informed care

Person-centred care

Clinical assessments

Supervision skills

Education

Postgraduate training in clinical psychology

HCPC registration as Practitioner Psychologist

Post doctoral training in specialized areas

Job description

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a Principal Applied Psychologist to lead within their Intensive Support Team. This role focuses on delivering high-quality psychological care to individuals with complex needs while contributing to service development. Ideal candidates will have significant experience, strong leadership skills, and a passion for trauma-informed approaches. Mentorship will be provided for career growth.