Psychologists and Child Psychiatrists

JR United Kingdom; Wakefield; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health organization seeks Psychologists and Child Psychiatrists to join their network. Successful candidates will provide high-quality assessments and therapeutic services, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team committed to patient care excellence. Flexible working arrangements, competitive remuneration, and professional growth opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive remuneration

Autonomy in scheduling

Peer supervision and case consultations

Qualifications

• Must have at least five years of post-qualification experience.
• Familiarity with medicolegal processes is desirable.
• Experience assessing autism, ADHD, and mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological and psychiatric evaluations using evidence-based approaches.
• Prepare expert reports for legal matters in adherence to ethical guidelines.
• Deliver therapy tailored to individual client needs.

Skills

Assessment

Intervention

Report Writing

Psychiatric Evaluations

Client Care

Education

Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS)

Full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) for Child Psychiatrists

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Client:

Advanced Assessments Ltd

Location:

wakefield, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Posted:

07.06.2025

Expiry Date:

22.07.2025

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Job Description:

Join Our Expanding Network of Mental Health Professionals

Clinical Psychologists, Occupational Psychologists, Educational Psychologists, Forensic Psychologists, Clinical Neuropsychologists, and Child Psychiatrists

Are you passionate about delivering comprehensive mental health services that make a genuine difference in people’s lives? We are seeking dedicated professionals to expand our client's network of experts and provide high-quality assessments, medicolegal reports, and therapeutic interventions. By joining our client's multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with like-minded clinicians while contributing to the highest standards of patient care, safety, and professional excellence.

Why Join Our Network?

• Collaborative Environment
• Work alongside a diverse group of specialists—including clinical psychologists, occupational psychologists, educational psychologists, and psychiatrists—to foster a holistic approach to patient care.
• Share knowledge, refine best practices, and develop integrated treatment plans that align with evidence-based guidelines (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence.
• Professional Growth and Development
• Access continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities, such as training in new assessment tools, emerging therapeutic modalities, and updated medicolegal processes.
• Engage in peer supervision and case consultations, ensuring you remain at the forefront of clinical knowledge and practice.
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• Choose from remote, on-site, or blended practice options to accommodate varied lifestyle or clinical preferences.
• Enjoy autonomy in setting your schedule and caseload, enabling you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments.
• Competitive Remuneration
• Receive attractive fees for assessments, medicolegal reports, and treatment sessions commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Benefit from transparent payment structures and ongoing support with administrative tasks.
• Commitment to Quality and Ethics
• Contribute to medicolegal reports prepared in accordance with the Civil Procedure Rules (CPR) and professional standards.
• Uphold the highest ethical codes and practice guidelines, reflecting our shared commitment to quality, confidentiality, and integrity

Key Responsibilities

• Assessment and Formulation
• Conduct a range of psychological and psychiatric evaluations, including cognitive, behavioural, educational, and occupational assessments, using standardised instruments and evidence-based approaches.
• Prepare clear, objective, and expert reports for court proceedings, insurance claims, or other legal matters, adhering strictly to ethical and professional guidelines.
• Treatment Provision
• Deliver therapy or other interventions tailored to each client’s needs, drawing on established theoretical frameworks and current research evidence.. Consult and collaborate with colleagues across multiple specialisms to develop integrated treatment plans, ensuring comprehensive patient care.. Maintain appropriate registration and accreditation in line with professional and regulatory body requirements (e.g., GMC or HCPC).

Ideal Psychologist Candidates

• Clinical, Occupational, Educational, or Neuropsychologists
• Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and/or Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Demonstrable experience in assessment, intervention, and report writing.
• Familiarity with medicolegal processes and the ability to provide expert witness testimony are desirable.
• Experience in assessment of autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia and mental health.
• Must have been registered with the HCPC or relevant State Psychology for at least five years after qualifying.

Child Psychiatrists

• Full registration and a licence to practise with the General Medical Council (GMC).
• Specialist registration in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
• Be operating at consultant psychiatrist grade.
• Have a PID number and a pad.
• Competence in conducting psychiatric evaluations, including risk assessments and treatment planning.
• Experience in the assessment and treatment of individuals with autism and ADHD
• Cover Letter detailing your areas of expertise, clinical interests, and motivation for joining our network addressed to our Executive Chairman Dr Bernard Horsford.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) highlighting relevant qualifications, accreditations, and professional experiences.
• Professional References from at least two referees who can attest to your clinical and/or academic competence.
• An example of at least one professional report

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an online or in-person interview, during which we will further discuss opportunities for collaboration, remuneration, and the scope of your role within our network.Please note that these roles are outside of IR35 and would suit people who have their own limited company.

Join us to expand access to quality, evidence-based mental health services and shape the future of medicolegal and therapeutic practice. We look forward to welcoming you into our dedicated team of mental health professionals.

We look forward to your contribution towards our mission of delivering exemplary assessment, medicolegal reporting, and treatment services.