Principal Psychologist

Priory Group; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Priory Hospital Kemple View in Blackburn, Lancashire, is seeking a HCPC registered Principal Psychologist for a part-time position (22.5 hours) at Priory Hospital Kemple View. You will deliver high-quality psychological input within a multidisciplinary team, leading a designated ward's psychology provision.

Applicants should have substantial experience with complex clients, CBT, and supervision. The role emphasizes leadership, assessment expertise, and delivering tailored interventions in a

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is essential and confirms professional standing.
• Experience delivering CBT and other modalities in clinical settings is required.
• Ability to lead psychology services and supervise clinical work.

Responsibilities

• Lead the psychology provision for a designated ward or group of patients.
• Undertake comprehensive psychological assessments, formulation and evaluation to inform care.
• Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions, individually and in groups, tailored to patients.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical assessment

CBT

Group therapy

Evidence-based interventions

Education

HCPC Registration

Job description

Job Overview

Priory Hospital Kemple View

Part Time | 22.5 hours | Site based

Salary: £34950 - £40950

HCPC registration required

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a HCPC registered principal psychologist to join our team.

Priory Hospital Kemple View, Blackburn, Lancashire is a 90-bedded hospital providing level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males with mental health conditions and/or personality disorders. It is accessible by public transport, with a local train station approximately a 3-minute drive away. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

As a Principal Psychologist, you’ll play a key role in delivering and developing the psychology service within the hospital/unit. You’ll provide high-quality psychological input that is responsive to the individual needs, risks and presentations of patients, working as part of the wider multidisciplinary team. You’ll be responsible for:

• Leading the psychology provision for a designated ward or group of patients, as agreed with the Head of Psychology.
• Undertaking comprehensive psychological assessments, formulation and evaluation to understand patients’ needs and inform their care.
• Delivering evidence-based psychological interventions, both individually and in groups, tailored to patients’ presentations and care pathways.

Additional Information

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Essential

HCPC registration required

The successful candidate will possess a confident grasp of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and at least two additional therapeutic modalities, including one with specific relevance to interventions used for local or equivalent disorders. You will demonstrate a strong understanding and application of therapeutic principles, with a willingness to undertake further training where required. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience working with complex clients and delivering high-level interventions tailored to their needs, alongside formal training in clinical supervision. Additionally, they will bring solid skills and experience in assessments relevant to the environment and population served, as well as proven leadership and management capabilities.