Principal Clinical Psychologist

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Abergele; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Generous annual leave (28 days + bank)

NHS pension scheme

Car Lease Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board in North Wales is seeking a Principal Clinical Psychologist to deliver advanced assessment, formulation and intervention for 12–18-year-olds within a multidisciplinary setting.

You will work autonomously under HCPC and BPS guidelines, provide governance for psychological practice, supervise staff up to senior level, and contribute to training, supervision and research.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (D ClinPsy) and HCPC registration.
• Experience delivering adolescent psychological services.
• Welsh language desirable; English or Welsh speakers welcome.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced clinical psychology assessment and therapy for NWAS clients.
• Lead governance and supervise staff up to senior level, including PADR and appraisals.
• Offer training and supervision to doctoral trainees and other professionals.
• Contribute to service development, audit, research, and policy.
• Participate in recruitment and contribute to NWAS governance.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Formulation

Therapy

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (D ClinPsy)

Job description

To provide a highly specialised clinical psychology service to clients of North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS), providing specialised psychological assessment and therapy. To work autonomously in accordance with The BPS Code of Conduct, Ethical Principles and Guidelines 2004, and Health and Care Professions Council. To hold designated responsibility within the team, for the governance of North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS) staff's psychological practice, in order to ensure the delivery of high quality clinical psychology services. To exercise delegated responsibility for the management and supervision of designated staff up to and including senior level, including staff appraisal/PADR, and informal grievance. To contribute to the development of local team policies and procedures and to support improvements in service quality. To provide clinical placements and supervision for Doctoral level trainee clinical psychologists and to deliver training to other professionals. To utilise highly specialised research skills for audit, policy and service development, and research. To act as a panel member in the recruitment of designated staff, as appropriate. To assist the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, in conjunction with other senior staff, in the efficient day-to-day management of the service. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist looking for an exciting and rewarding role? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS) in Abergele. You'll play a key role in providing advanced psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention within a supportive and highly skilled multi-disciplinary team. This position offers the chance to work across NWAS's specialist services, including Intensive Community Support and the Inpatient Ward, making a real impact on the lives of young people aged 12-18. With opportunities to shape service development, lead training, and engage in research, this is a role where your expertise will be valued and supported. If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

We offer:

• A relocation package to support your move
• Generous annual leave, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays
• Access to the NHS pension scheme, one of the most competitive in the UK
• A Car Lease Salary Sacrifice Scheme, making driving more affordable
• A Cycle to Work Scheme, supporting a healthy and sustainable commute
• Ongoing professional development, with dedicated time for training, research