Principal Psychologist - Addictions

Pulse Healthcare; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A national health and social care charity in Birmingham is seeking a Principal Psychologist to lead the development of psychologically informed services. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver specialist psychological interventions and supervise other professionals. The ideal candidate is passionate about social justice and has experience in leading psychological services. This full-time role offers flexibility, professional autonomy, and opportunities for development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible working arrangements

Regular clinical supervision

National network access

Opportunities for CPD

Inclusive team culture

Qualifications

• HCPC registered as Practitioner Psychologists (Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic).
• Experienced in leading psychological services and delivering psychosocial interventions.
• Passionate about social justice and psychologically informed care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of psychologically informed services and psychosocial interventions.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based specialist psychological interventions.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to psychologists and practitioners.

Skills

EMR Systems

Presentation Skills

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Data Collection

Intake Experience

Primary Care Experience

Autism Experience

Research Experience

Mental Health Counseling

Psychotherapy

PTSD Care

Addiction Counseling

Education

HCPC registration as Practitioner Psychologists

Job description

Job Title : Principal Psychologist

Banding : Equivalent to Band 8b

Location : Birmingham

Working Hours : 37.5 hours per week (full-time); part-time / job share considered

Salary : 60105..09 per annum

Pulse is delighted to be working in partnership with a national health and social care charity to recruit a Principal Psychologist for their services across Birmingham. This is a rare opportunity to take on a strategic leadership role within a progressive organisation that champions social justice and psychological wellbeing.

Based in Birmingham and working across multiple localities you'll be joining a dynamic multidisciplinary team delivering psychologically informed services to individuals experiencing challenges such as drug and alcohol use. This permanent role offers flexibility, professional autonomy and the chance to shape the future of psychological care across the region.

Your Responsibilities

As Principal Psychologist you will :

• Lead the development of psychologically informed services and psychosocial interventions.
• Work within multidisciplinary teams to deliver evidence-based specialist psychological interventions.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to psychologists, counsellors and psychosocial practitioners.
• Champion equity, quality and innovation in psychological service delivery.
• Engage in reflective practice, peer support, research and CPD activities.
• Adapt national clinical models to meet local needs and drive service excellence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary on the company scale
• Flexible working arrangements including part-time / job share
• Regular clinical supervision from a Consultant Psychologist
• Access to a national network of psychologists and counsellors
• Opportunities for CPD, research and reflective practice
• Inclusive, diverse and supportive team culture

Qualifications and Experience

We welcome applications from psychologists who are :

• HCPC registered as Practitioner Psychologists (Clinical Counselling or Forensic)
• Experienced in leading psychological services and delivering psychosocial interventions
• Passionate about social justice and psychologically informed care
• Open‑minded, collaborative and ready to innovate

If you don't meet every requirement but feel you could thrive in this role we still encourage you to apply!

How to Apply

Apply directly through the Pulse website. Once we receive your application a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role and next steps.

Why Work with Pulse

Pulse is a leading provider of psychological and healthcare recruitment. We offer :

• Expert support from specialist consultants
• Access to exclusive roles across the UK
• Flexible opportunities tailored to your career goals
• A commitment to your professional development

Reasonable Adjustments

Pulse are committed to equality and diversity. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Required Experience

Staff IC

Key Skills

• EMR Systems
• Presentation Skills
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Data Collection
• Intake Experience
• Primary Care Experience
• Autism Experience
• Research Experience
• Mental Health Counseling
• Psychotherapy
• PTSD Care
• Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 60105 - 69701