Practitioner Psychologist

Humankind; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A national psychological services organization is seeking a Practitioner Psychologist in South Yorkshire. This part-time role focuses on delivering psychological support and leading a dedicated team, impacting the lives of individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges. Ideal candidates should possess a relevant doctorate and experience in trauma-responsive care. Join a mission-oriented team to reshape recovery in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering specialist psychological assessments and trauma-responsive care.
• Strong background in working therapeutically with people who use drugs and alcohol.
• Skilled in facilitating training, workshops, or reflective practice groups.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct psychological support, including trauma-informed interventions and specialist assessments.
• Guide Recovery Navigators and Mental Health Practitioners through complex cases.
• Lead and co-create training sessions and workshops.

Skills

Values-driven

Compassionate

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Facilitating training

Education

Doctorate in Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Health Psychology

Postgraduate qualification in CBT, Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic, or Systemic Therapy

HCPC registration or PSA-accredited body accreditation

Job description

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Humankind

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job Description:

Practitioner Psychologist
Location: Barnsley
Contract: Part-time, permanent

Are you ready to make a real impact in a role where your voice matters, your expertise is valued, and your work changes lives?

Were looking for a passionate and creative Practitioner Psychologist to join our dynamic National Psychological Services Team at Waythrough.

This is more than just a jobits your chance to help shape the future of psychological care, drive meaningful system change, and support individuals on some of the most transformative journeys of their lives.

About the role
As a Practitioner Psychologist, youll step into a key leadership role within our dual-diagnosis IRT teamproviding psychological expertise and supporting our dedicated teams working with people experiencing problem substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges.

You will:

• Deliver direct psychological support, including trauma-informed interventions and specialist assessments.
• Guide Recovery Navigators and Mental Health & Wellbeing Practitioners through complex cases.
• Provide group supervision and reflective practice across our community, HOPE, and criminal justice teams.
• Lead and co-create training sessions, workshops, and therapeutic groups.
• Influence and innovateembedding trauma-informed practices and representing the service at local and national forums.

Please note this role is 22.5 hours a week.

About you
Youre someone who:

• Is values-driven, compassionate, and committed to person-centred care.
• Sees beyond the chaos and meets people where they areespecially when life has been toughest.
• Is ready to lead with purpose, drive service development, and mentor a multidisciplinary team.

Requirements

• Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Health Psychology or a postgraduate qualification in CBT, Psychotherapy, Psychodynamic or Systemic Therapy.
• HCPC registration (for psychologists) or accreditation with a PSA-accredited body (e.g., BACP, UKCP).
• Experience delivering specialist psychological assessments and trauma-responsive care.
• Strong background in working therapeutically with people who use drugs and alcohol.
• Skilled in facilitating training, workshops, or reflective practice groups.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Newly qualified?
Wed love to hear from you too. Youll receive strong supervision, mentorship, and space to grow in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment.

Apply today and help us reshape recovery with purpose, passion, and psychology at its heart.

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The salary advertised above demonstrates the full earning potential for this role, starting salaries will allow for pay progression within the pay band

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Who are we
Waythrough (formerly Humankind) launched in October following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Our vision is to break down the barriers that stop people getting the support they need to live a life they value. We tackle poverty and disadvantage in communities, through mental health, drug and alcohol, housing and related support.
We have almost services around England and nearly 3, amazing staff and volunteers who run them. Every year our services support around , people.
Bringing together two big organisations is not a small task and itll take a while to fully integrate our systems, processes and approaches. Thats why you will notice the jobs here are still branded Humankind. Next year well be fully integrating our recruitment systems but for now they are separate.
Thanks for bearing with us and dont forget to check out the Waythrough (formerly Humankind) jobs on the Richmond Fellowship and Aquarius job site