Perinatal Psychologist

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust; Jarrow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Jarrow is seeking a Clinical Psychologist for their Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team. The role involves providing psychological support for women and birthing individuals in a compassionate environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate skills in leadership, flexibility, and creativity in addressing the needs of vulnerable populations. The Trust offers extensive training opportunities and supports flexible working patterns for a healthy work-life balance.

Benefits

Extensive training opportunities

Flexible working hours

Supportive workplace culture

Qualifications

• Applicants should have a special interest in vulnerable client groups.
• Trainees due to qualify in 2026 are very welcome to apply.
• Experience in providing trauma-informed care is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological support in the Perinatal Mental Health Service.
• Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to a network of psychologists.
• Engage in training and development opportunities.

Skills

Compassionate leadership skills

Creative and flexible working

Interest in perinatal mental health

Education

Relevant clinical psychology qualification

Job description

Would you like to make a real difference to the lives of women and birthing people, their babies and families? Are you ready to enhance and develop your compassionate leadership skills in a specialist area of mental health, in a CQC 'Outstanding' service?? If so, then consider joining us!

Due to internal promotion, we now have a great opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist in our Specialist Perinatal Community Mental Health Team (SPCMHT) in North Lancashire & South Cumbria (NL&SC). You would be based in our team in Lancaster, but there is extensive travel across the NL&SC patch. You will also, on occasion travel across the service footprint to attend service wide meetings etc. The NL&SC SPCMHT has a welcoming, kind and compassionate MDT who value the role of psychology. You will have support from senior peers within your team, and will be part of a wider perinatal network of Clinical Psychologists, Psychological Therapists, Assistant Psychologists and Trainee Clinical Psychologists across the Service.

Whilst we aim to provide a trauma-informed and comprehensive specialist Perinatal Mental Health Service, we understand you might not have worked in perinatal mental health before. To help you develop your confidence and skills in this area, we offer lots of opportunities for training and the ongoing development of clinical and leadership skills in a friendly and supportive environment.

We would welcome applicants who have a special interest in this vulnerable client group and who have the ability to work creatively and flexibly. Trainees due to qualify in 2026 are very welcome to apply. Please note that further communication from LSCFT will normally be to the email address given on the application form. You should also ensure that email addresses and telephone numbers are provided for your referees, to enable LSCFT to contact them. Please ensure that you read the person specification as your application will be measured against this document. If you use AI to assist with your application, you must declare this. Undeclared use may result in withdrawal. Please ensure your application reflects your own skills and experiences. While AI tools can assist, they may produce generic or inaccurate content. We encourage you to provide personal examples that demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria. For all posts which require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check please be aware of the Disclosure and Barring Service Code of Practice, a copy of which is available by logging on to the DBS website. If the post is subject to DBS disclosure, a charge will be made to the successful candidate(s).

Our Vision

Our Vision is to provide the best mental health, learning disability, autism, community, and physical health services for the populations we serve. As an integrated Trust, Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust (LSCFT) delivers a comprehensive range of services, including:

• Primary and secondary mental health care for children and adults, including specialist inpatient child and adolescent mental health provision, perinatal mental health, and forensic services with low and medium secure care.
• Specialist mental health inpatient care for individuals with learning disabilities, alongside specialist community support for children and adults with learning disabilities and autism, including intensive support.
• Extensive community physical health and well-being services for children and adults, covering prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term condition management.

The Trust was first established in 2002 and employs approximately 7,500 staff who provide care from more than 400 sites. The organisation offers opportunities for medics, mental health, general nurses, children's nurses, allied health professionals, psychology, administration and clerical staff, apprentices and volunteers, as well as those specialising in learning disabilities and community physical health services. For more information visit our website via Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS FT.

We also welcome individuals with lived experience relevant to the role or service area, as your insight brings authenticity to our services. LSCFT support flexible working, we believe that a positive work/life balance benefits NHS employees through improved health and wellbeing. We would consider working patterns such as term time, part time, compressed hours and flexi-time.