Psychology Professional Lead for Specialist Services

NHS National Services Scotland; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Psychology Professional Lead to join their Specialist Services team. This permanent, full-time role involves providing clinical and professional leadership to a team of Practitioner Psychologists and Psychological Therapists, overseeing governance, and contributing to service development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this organization values contributions from all community sections, including the Armed Forces. If you're passionate about mental health and leadership, this opportunity is a perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with significant experience.
• Proven leadership experience with Practitioner Psychologists and Therapists.

Responsibilities

• Provide professional and clinical leadership within Specialist Services.
• Support and guide Practitioner Psychologists and Psychological Therapists.
• Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical Leadership

Psychological Assessment

Service Development

Team Management

Education

HCPC Registered Clinical Psychologist

Consultant Clinical Psychologist Experience

Job description

Job Title: Psychology Professional Lead (Band B8d) - Specialist Services

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde is one of the largest healthcare systems in the UK, employing around 40,000 staff across various clinical and non-clinical roles. We provide a range of services including acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health care to a population of over 1.15 million, expanding to 2.2 million with regional and national services.

We are seeking a permanent, full-time (part-time considered) Band B8d Psychology Professional Lead for Specialist Services. These services include adult mental health services such as Early Intervention in Psychosis, Eating Disorders, Perinatal Mental Health, Psychiatric Liaison, and Unscheduled Care. The role involves providing clinical and professional leadership to Practitioner Psychologists and Psychological Therapists, overseeing governance infrastructure, and contributing to service development.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide professional and clinical leadership within Specialist Services.
2. Support and guide Practitioner Psychologists and Psychological Therapists.
3. Contribute to service development and improvement initiatives.
4. Participate in the Specialist Services Senior Management Team and provide psychological advice.
5. Hold line management responsibilities for some staff members.
6. Engage in clinical sessions across services as negotiated.
7. Support workforce development and supervise clinical placements.

Qualifications and Experience:

• HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist.
• Significant experience as a Consultant Clinical or Counselling Psychologist in secondary care adult mental health services.
• Proven leadership experience with Practitioner Psychologists and Therapists.
• Operational line management experience is desirable.

Additional Information:

The post is managed by the Head of Service for Specialist Services, with professional support from the Psychology Professional Lead. The candidate will join the Psychology Professional Leads Group, contributing to workforce development and training initiatives.

For informal inquiries, contact Gillian Reilly at [e-mail] or 0141 211 6626.

We promote diversity and inclusion and are committed to being a Forces Friendly Employer, welcoming applications from all community sections, including the Armed Forces.

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