Lead Psychologist — Trauma-Informed Leadership

Sterling Cross Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected health and social care provider is seeking a Lead Psychologist to join their senior clinical team. This full-time permanent role offers the chance to lead in a psychologically informed environment, emphasizing trauma-informed and person-centred care. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical leadership skills and the ability to influence practice and culture. The position includes generous leave, pension contributions, and support for staff wellbeing and professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Employer pension contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Regular clinical supervision

Access to discounts

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Strong experience working with complex needs or forensic populations.
• Confident clinical leader with the ability to influence practice and culture.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, person-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Lead a psychologically informed care team.
• Shape care pathways and organisational culture.
• Invest in staff wellbeing and leadership development.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Reflective practice

Trauma-informed care

Working with complex needs

Education

Relevant professional qualification and HCPC registration

Job description

A respected health and social care provider is seeking a Lead Psychologist to join their senior clinical team. This full-time permanent role offers the chance to lead in a psychologically informed environment, emphasizing trauma-informed and person-centred care. The ideal candidate will have strong clinical leadership skills and the ability to influence practice and culture. The position includes generous leave, pension contributions, and support for staff wellbeing and professional development.