Principal Psychologist

Priory; Langho; On-site; GBP 34,950 - 40,950; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Principal Psychologist for its Kemple View location. This part-time position requires expertise in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and experience in delivering tailored interventions for complex clients. The role involves assessing patients, coordinating with other psychology staff, and providing guidance to professionals in a supportive team environment. A strong grasp of therapeutic principles and formal clinical supervision training is essential. Benefits include on-site parking and flexible rewards.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience working with complex clients.
• Strong understanding of therapeutic principles.
• Willingness to undertake further training.

Responsibilities

• Undertake the role of Principal Psychologist for designated patients.
• Assess and evaluate patients in line with their care path.
• Provide consultation to other professional staff.

Skills

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

Therapeutic modalities

Leadership and management capabilities

Empathy

Assessment skills

Education

Formal training in clinical supervision

Job description

Overview

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Location: Kemple View, Blackburn, Lancashire

Compensation: £34,950 - £40,950 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Kemple View is looking to recruit a principal psychologist to join the team. This is a part time role of 22.5 hours.

Priory Hospital Kemple View is a 90-bedded hospital, offering level 2 rehabilitation, and secure services, for adult males. We can support people with a mental health condition and/or a personality disorder.

What youll be doing

You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future. You will play a key part in their recovery, assisting qualified staff with the assessment and implementation of individual patient care plans, undertaking routine tasks and activities as directed or delegated to facilitate wellbeing, dignity and treatment of patients.

• Undertake the role of Principal Psychologist for a designated ward(s) and/or group of patients as agreed with the Head of Psychology. This includes assessment, formulation, intervention (group and/or one to one) and evaluation in line with the patient presentation and care pathway. Assess patients using appropriate assessments and psychometric measures and interpret and report results accurately
• To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework of the service policies and procedures.
• To co-ordinate delivery of psychological assessment and intervention from other psychology staff including qualified psychologists, trainee psychologists, assistant psychologists and students and where appropriate to act as a point of liaison between the inpatient psychology pathway and the community psychology pathway
• To provide consultation and advice to professional staff from other disciplines on psychological assessment, therapy and techniques for working effectively with particular service users.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What youll bring to the role

Our work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.

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. They 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.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.