Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Priory Group; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits (gym, tech, health)

Job summary

Priory Group Hospital Kemple View in Blackburn is seeking a HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist to join the Allied Health Professionals and Psychology team on a full-time basis. A Master’s degree with postgraduate accreditation is required, with BPS/ BABCP/BCP credentials preferred.

The role involves conducting comprehensive assessments, delivering individual and group therapies, and collaborating with families to achieve positive client outcomes within our level 2 rehabilitation setting.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration is mandatory.
• Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS) is preferred.
• A relevant Master’s degree with recognised postgraduate qualification and accreditation is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to referrals promptly with comprehensive assessments to understand client needs.
• Deliver a range of therapeutic interventions to support wellbeing.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions and adapt interventions to client goals.
• Collaborate with clients, families and carers to ensure meaningful therapy.
• Regularly review and evaluate therapy programmes to align with each client’s plan.

Skills

HCPC registration

BPS Chartered

Clinical competence

Education

Master’s degree

Postgraduate qualification

Accreditation (BABCP/BCP/BPS)

Job description

Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Kemple View

Compensation: £48,250 - £58,250 / year

Description

Priory Hospital Kemple View
Full Time | 37.5 hours | Site Based
£48250 - £58250 depending on experience
HCPC registration required

Priory Hospital Kemple View has an opportunity for a HCPC registered practitioner Psychologist to join our team.

Priory Hospital Kemple View, Blackburn, Lancashire is a 90-bedded hospital providing level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males with mental health conditions and/or personality disorders. It is accessible by public transport, with a local train station approximately a 3-minute drive away. Due to the location of the service, access to a vehicle or the ability to drive is recommended.

What you'll be doing

• Respond to referrals promptly, carrying out comprehensive assessments to understand each client’s needs and develop an appropriate, person-centred therapy programme.
• Deliver a range of relevant therapeutic interventions and activities designed to support and promote clients’ mental, emotional, physical and social wellbeing.
• Facilitate engaging individual and group therapy sessions, adapting interventions as needed to reflect each client’s changing needs and goals.
• Work collaboratively with clients, families and carers to ensure therapy is meaningful, effective and focused on achieving positive outcomes.
• Regularly review and evaluate therapy programmes, ensuring that interventions remain appropriate and aligned with each client’s individual therapy plan.

You can find additional information in the attached job description.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential:

Applicants must be Practitioner Psychologists registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)—this is a mandatory requirement—and Chartership with the British Psychological Society (BPS) is preferred.

This role requires a minimum of a relevant Master’s degree, along with a recognised postgraduate qualification and accreditation from the appropriate professional body (BABCP, BCP, BPS or equivalent). Candidates must also demonstrate prior experience and practical exposure within their chosen field of therapy, ensuring they possess the necessary clinical competence and applied knowledge to deliver high-quality therapeutic practice.

For more information about the role, you can email [e-mail]

What we will give you in return

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.