Principal Psychologist

Priory; Royston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits including gym access

Development opportunities

IPD sponsorship

Job summary

Priory Hospital Kneesworth House in Royston, Hertfordshire, is seeking a Principal Psychologist for an on-site role. The post involves leading psychological care across designated wards, independent working within guidelines, and ensuring high standards of clinical governance and record keeping.

You will supervise psychology staff and trainees, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies, and contribute to service development, audits, research and governance of referrals,

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification leading to HCPC registration
• HCPC registration and current registration as a Psychologist required
• Formal training in at least two therapeutic modalities
• Experience and competencies appropriate to a Principal Psychologist role
• Newly qualified psychologists or those not yet HCPC registered would not be eligible

Responsibilities

• Lead psychological care for designated wards and patients, including assessment, intervention, evaluation, risk management and care planning.
• Work autonomously within professional and service guidelines, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, record keeping and compliance.
• Supervise and support psychology staff, trainees and students, providing consultation, reflective practice, training and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to support effective, person-centred care.
• Contribute to service development, audit, research and evidence-based practice, including oversight of referrals, waiting lists, KPIs and psychological practice governance.

Skills

Lead psychological care

Staff supervision

Clinical governance

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Research & evidence-based practice

Education

Postgraduate qualification in psychology

Job description

Based in Royston, Hertfordshire, Priory Hospital Kneesworth House offers a purpose-built setting with spacious grounds and specialist Level 2 rehabilitation pathways, supporting individuals on their recovery journey.

• Kneesworth House
• Full-time and part-time hours available
• Up to £61,492 FTE depending on experience

Priory Hospital Kneesworth House, Old North Road, Royston, Hertfordshire, SG8 5JP

This is an on-site role, with working arrangements to be discussed at interview, subject to service needs. As a Principal Psychologist, you will play a pivotal role in patient recovery, leading psychological care and ensuring high standards of treatment. Your work will directly contribute to the well-being of individuals seeking support in a purpose-built facility.

You will:

• Lead psychological care for designated wards and patients, including assessment, intervention, evaluation, risk management and care planning.
• Work autonomously within professional and service guidelines, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, record keeping and compliance.
• Supervise and support psychology staff, trainees and students, providing consultation, reflective practice, training and professional development.
• Work collaboratively with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to support effective, person-centred care.
• Contribute to service development, audit, research and evidence-based practice, including oversight of referrals, waiting lists, KPIs and psychological practice governance.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

Applicants must hold a completed and recognised postgraduate qualification leading to HCPC registration and must be currently registered with the HCPC as a Psychologist. Applicants must also have formal training in at least two therapeutic modalities and have demonstrated relevant post-qualification experience and competencies appropriate to a Principal Psychologist role.

Newly qualified psychologists or those not yet HCPC registered would not be eligible for this position.

Experience of working in a forensic setting and/or with a forensic adult population who present with offending risk would be desirable.

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.

• 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