Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist/Psychological Therapist

Islet Systems; Exeter; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in mental health services is seeking a Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to join their compassionate team in Exeter. This role focuses on delivering high-quality, trauma-informed care to adults facing complex mental health challenges. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will provide specialist assessments and interventions, while also contributing to service development initiatives. With a commitment to inclusion and continuous improvement, this position offers a supportive environment for professional growth and development, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve.

Qualifications

• Qualified Clinical Psychologist eligible for Chartered Status.
• Experience in teaching, training, and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and therapy for adults with complex mental health needs.
• Conduct psychological assessments and offer tailored interventions.

Skills

Psychological Assessments

Therapeutic Interventions

Leadership in Clinical Psychology

Teaching and Training

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

D.Clin.Psychol. or equivalent

HCPC/UKCP Registration

Job description

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Job Summary

Do you want to make a meaningful difference to the lives of adults experiencing complex mental health difficulties?

Are you ready to bring your skills to a compassionate, supportive, and forward-thinking team based in Exeter?

Devon Partnership NHS Trust seeks a Principal Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, or a Psychological Therapist, to join our Core Community Adult Mental Health Team at Wonford House. This senior role offers an opportunity to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed, person-centered care.

Preceptorship Opportunity - Band 7 Applicants Welcome

If you are newly qualified or close to qualification and interested but do not yet meet the requirements for an 8a post, applications for a Band 7 preceptorship role are welcomed. This developmental position includes structured support to progress to Band 8a.

This post is offered at 0.7wte (26 hours/week) Band 8a or 0.8wte (30 hours/week) Band 7.

Main duties of the job

As a Principal Psychologist or Psychological Therapist, you will provide clinical leadership, assessments, formulation, and therapy for adults with complex mental health needs. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery using evidence-based, tailored psychological approaches.

You Will:

• Provide highly specialist psychological assessments and interventions
• Offer consultation and supervision to team members
• Contribute to service development and quality initiatives
• Support psychologically-informed care across the team
• Be part of a psychology community linked with the University of Exeter and local services

About Us

Devon Partnership Trust

We deliver mental health, learning disability, and neurodiversity services regionally and nationally. We promote good mental health and strive for safe, recovery-focused services. We value co-production with patients, families, and carers.

Our core values include quality care, respect, dignity, compassion, and continuous improvement. We are committed to inclusion, welcoming applications from all community sections, especially those with lived experience of mental health conditions or neurodiversity. We are a Disability Confident Leader.

Job Details

• Posted: 24 April 2025
• Salary: £46,148 - £60,504 pro-rata
• Contract: Permanent
• Part-time, flexible working
• Location: Wonford House, Exeter

Job Responsibilities

Please refer to the full Job Description and Person Specification attached for detailed information.

Person Specification

Experience (Essential):

• Experience in specialist settings across various service contexts
• Experience in teaching, training, and supervision
• Leadership experience within NHS clinical psychology/psychotherapy services

Knowledge & Skills (Essential):

• Broad knowledge of NHS services where psychology and therapy are applied

Qualifications (Essential):

• Qualified Clinical Psychologist (D.Clin.Psychol. or equivalent), eligible for Chartered Status
• Registration with HCPC/UKCP or other relevant body
• Training/experience in adult clinical specialisms

This role is subject to DBS checks, UK registration, and sponsorship requirements as detailed.