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Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust; Runwell; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High Cost Allowance

Job summary

Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust's Forensic Psychological Services at Brockfield House seeks two Assistant Psychologists for a fixed-term one-year contract in a forensic secure inpatient setting.

The post includes regular supervision, observation of assessments, co-facilitation of treatment groups, completing clinical tasks under supervision, and opportunities to contribute to audits and service development.

Qualifications

• BPS-accredited degree in psychology (2:1 or above).
• Enthusiastic and committed graduate aiming to develop clinical skills.

Responsibilities

• Observe psychological assessments and interventions under supervision.
• Jointly facilitate treatment groups for patients.
• Independently carry out clinical tasks under supervision.
• Contribute to psychometric and neuropsychological assessments.
• Support quality initiatives and service development.

Education

BPS-accredited psychology degree (2:1 or above)

Job description

Assistant Psychologist in Forensic Psychology | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

Brockfield House is a forensic low and medium secure inpatient unit for males and females with severe and enduring mental health problems who have been detained under the Mental Health Act. Patients present with a range of comorbid problems, including psychosis, personality disorders and substance abuse. Patients often have a history of criminal offences, including convictions of violent and/or sexual offences.

We currently have vacancies for 2 Assistant Psychologists to join Forensic Psychological Services, and be based at Brockfield House,on a Fixed Term Contract of oneyear. These posts would be suitable for someone who wishes to gain further experience in the fields of clinical or forensic psychology. The post holders will be given regular supervision with a qualified psychologist, and will be supported to develop their understanding of the applications of psychology with a range of mental health needs.

It is crucial that candidates have aDegree from a BPS accredited course in psychology (2:1 and above).

This advert will close early should we receive a high number of applications. Late applications will not be accepted.

Post holders will have the opportunity to observe psychological assessments and interventions being carried out by psychologists, to jointly facilitate treatment groups, and to independently carry out pieces of clinical work, such as psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments and appropriate clinical interventions under supervision. Training will be given in relevant areas to support the post holder both in this role and in their on-going career progression.

Candidates need to be an enthusiastic and committed graduate who wishes to develop their clinical skills working in a progressive team providing a high quality psychology service for adults with severe and enduring mental health problems.

Brockfield House has multidisciplinary teams including a consultant psychiatrist, ward doctor, nursing staff, psychologist, social worker,andoccupational therapist. The psychology team aims to address patients’ mental health needs and forensic risk through a combination of individual and group evidenced-based interventions. The post holder will also have the opportunity to work with the wider psychology team within secure services.

To learn more about working within our Services at EPUT, please view our recruitment videos, where members of the team share their experiences and insights into their roles and what it is like working within our Psychological Services, here at EPUT.

Please view our video link here:Psychological Services

To contribute to Forensic Psychological Services by supporting qualified psychologists in the undertaking and delivery of a range of clinical and research based tasks. There will be opportunities to co-facilitate a range of group therapy programmes, as well as providing support to qualified staff in the planning and development of clinical treatment. There will be a key role in completing service level audit projects as part of quality and developmental initiatives. Responsibilities will also include liaison with allied professionals, contributing to the sharing of psychological knowledge, and case discussion. Remaining time will comprise attending clinical meetings, participating in departmental forums and opportunities to shadow other team members. All work will take place under the direction and management of an experienced Psychologist. There will be a requirement to complete clinically related administration.

Please see the attached job description and person specification documents for further details.

This advert closes on Thursday 3 Sep 2026

£39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata for part time, plus 5% High Cost Allowance