Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (Wellb

Disabled Workers Co-operative; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading psychological health service in Cheltenham is seeking a Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to provide expert consultations for high-risk roles. The ideal candidate will have a Master's or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology, registration with HCPC, and significant NHS experience. This role supports development in a diverse workplace with opportunities for ongoing training and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Professional development funding

Inclusive workplace environment

Access to sport and social clubs

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology.
• Registered with HCPC.
• Significant experience at NHS Band 7 or 8a.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in complex risk-based roles.
• Carry out clinical assessments and conduct training sessions.
• Identify ways to improve services through reports.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Consultation skills

Training development

Research participation

Education

Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology

Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Job description

Overview

Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (Wellbeing) – Location: Cheltenham or Manchester. Salary: £50,838 to £62,437 with an additional concessionary payment. Opportunity to qualify for an Individual Recruitment Premium of £7,392 to £10,212 (effective from day one), which acknowledges the pay difference between GCHQ and the NHS. Flexible working: full-time and part-time hours (minimum 3 days per week). Remote/homeworking options are limited due to the nature of the work. Flexible hours considered, subject to business needs.

GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We work with MI5 and MI6 to protect the UK from threats, delivering varied and impactful work in a supportive and inclusive environment focused on teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues operating in complex, risk-based roles and provide consultations focused on vulnerability, resilience and risk.
• Share knowledge with teams across the organisation and wider government to integrate best practice approaches.
• Carry out clinical assessments, conduct training sessions, and develop assessments that support high-risk role selection.
• Deliver training to multidisciplinary teams and develop and deliver training to psychology and non-psychology colleagues.
• Participate in small-scale research and audit projects, regular peer supervision and ethical practice reflection.
• Identify ways to improve services and ensure teams are informed and engaged through clear reports and documentation.

Qualifications

• Masters or Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology, or equivalent (conferring eligibility for chartership with the British Psychological Society).
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• Significant experience at NHS Band 7 or 8a (or equivalent) as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and staying updated with clinical and research findings.

Benefits and Development

We offer in-house and external opportunities for personal and professional development, including funding for further training in specialist skills related to the role. Ours is an open, inclusive workplace with sport, interest and social clubs and multiple affinity groups supporting diversity and wellbeing.

How to Apply / Eligibility

To apply, view the full job description. To be eligible, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality with one component British, you will be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven of the last ten years. Start date considerations and other eligibility details are on our website: www.gchq-careers.co.uk/how-to-apply

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