Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health foundation in Peterborough seeks a Band 8B Principal Psychologist to manage a caseload and lead a Psychology and Occupational Therapy team in Older People's Mental Health. This role involves shaping services, providing clinical supervision, and flexibility in working hours. Candidates should possess a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have experience in mental health, particularly with older adults. Contributions to innovation and research are encouraged.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive supervision frameworks

Qualifications

• Must hold a full UK driving licence and have use of a vehicle.
• Experience in older adults' mental health services.
• Ability to deliver training and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage a stimulating caseload in older adults' mental health.
• Lead a dedicated Psychology and Occupational Therapy team.
• Shape and deliver the Stepped Care Therapies Services.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Leadership and team management

Psychological assessment

Excellent communication

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Overview

Please note for this role you will be required to travel independently around the county meeting strict time deadlines. You will need to hold a full UK driving licence and have use of a vehicle. You cannot use public transport for this role as this is not a reliable form of transport and will not allow you to meet service needs. Please confirm in your application that you meet the specified criteria.

Responsibilities

• You'll be part of one of four county-wide teams working collaboratively with Social Workers, Psychiatrists, Mental Health Nurses, and the Memory Assessment Service.
• Clinical responsibilities will span approximately three days per week, including:
• Case reviews and psychological formulation
• Direct specialist supervision and training delivery
• Supervision of wider team members
• Development of integrated therapeutic approaches for individuals with long-term conditions
• DVLA have a number of reciprocal arrangements with overseas countries; for further information please visit the DVLA website

Role and Leadership

Are you looking to blend advanced clinical work with leadership responsibilities in a dynamic and rewarding setting? This role offers the opportunity to manage a stimulating caseload while leading a dedicated Psychology and Occupational Therapy team within Older People\'s Mental Health community services.

We are seeking a Band 8B Principal Psychologist to take a leading role in shaping and delivering the Stepped Care Therapies Services for older adults. You\'ll also contribute to the clinical leadership team across the service and wider directorate. This position offers scope for professional growth, innovation, and research within the field of Older People\'s Mental Health. Flexible working arrangements, including adjusted hours or secondment, may be considered. Please note that face-to-face clinical contact is essential.

About the Trust

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is committed to delivering high-quality, recovery-focused care in collaboration with service users. We actively support ongoing professional development through a robust appraisal system, regular clinical and managerial supervision, peer support, and structured supervision frameworks. The Trust hosts regular CPD events and maintains strong ties with the regional Faculty for the Psychology of Older People (FPOP) group and the University of East Anglia to support Clinical Psychologist training and development. Following a recent Care Quality Commission inspection, our services have been rated as \'Good\'.

Cambridgeshire & Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health & social care organisation dedicated to providing high quality care with compassion to improve the health & wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting & empowering them to lead a fulfilling life. Our clinical teams deliver many NHS services not only via inpatient and primary care setting but also with the community. These services include Children, Adult & Older Peoples mental & physical health, Forensic & Specialist mental health, Learning Disabilities, Primary Care & Liaison psychiatry, Substance misuse, Social care, Research & Development.

To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high calibre candidates that share our vision & values. As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including disabled people & members of our ethnic minorities & LGBTQ+ communities.

Application and Equal Opportunities

Please be advised we reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date should we receive sufficient applications.