Psychologist - Community Mental Health

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust; Kemp Town Estate; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kemp Town is seeking a dedicated Psychologist to join its Community Mental Health Service. The role involves providing psychological assessments and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs, alongside a skilled team. Newly qualified Psychologists are encouraged to apply, with structured support provided. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in providing psychological interventions for adults.
• Ability to work within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Willingness to learn and develop into the Band 8a role.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments and formulations for clients.
• Contribute to risk assessments and supervise staff.
• Participate in service development and training.

Skills

Specialist psychological assessments

CBT

EMDR

DBT

Team collaboration

Service development

Education

Doctorate in Psychology

Job description

Psychologist - Community Mental Health

Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, Brighton

£46,732 per year - estimated ?

We are seeking a passionate and motivated Psychologist to join our established Community Mental Health Service in Bridgwater. You'll work alongside a skilled multi-disciplinary team including therapists trained in CBT, EMDR, CAT, DBT, Art and Family Therapy, and fellow Psychologists.

This role involves providing specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions for adults with complex mental, emotional, and physical health needs. You'll also contribute to risk assessments, staff training, supervision, and service development.

We welcome applications from newly qualified Psychologists looking to develop into a Band 8a role, with structured support and supervision provided.

Our service operates Monday to Friday, 9am--5pm, with no weekend working. Flexible working options, including compressed hours or adjusted start/finish times, are available.

Join a team that is supportive, knowledgeable, and passionate about making a difference.