Registered Psychologist

Priory; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 26,055 - 31,845; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Birthday Holiday

Enhanced maternity pay

Contributory pension scheme

Flexible benefits and discounts

Access to development opportunities

Sponsorship of professional qualifications

Leadership & management development

Long service award

Refer a friend bonuses

Job summary

Priory in Cardiff is hiring a Registered Psychologist for part-time work (22.5 hours per week) within a multidisciplinary team. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, person-centred care for patients with personality disorders and mental health needs.

The ideal candidate will have a post-graduate qualification in psychology and HCPC registration, along with experience in managing complex clients. The position offers opportunities for professional development and numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• Registration with the HCPC as a Registered Psychologist.
• Preferably experience of working in a forensic setting.
• HCR-20 trained and experience in the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model.

Responsibilities

• Deliver staff training and facilitate reflective practice sessions.
• Complete psychological risk assessments and contribute to risk management planning.
• Provide evidence-based individual and group interventions.

Skills

Experience working with complex clients

Staff training facilitation

Psychological risk assessments

Evidence-based individual and group interventions

Education

Post-graduate qualification in psychology

Job description

Department and Location

Allied Health Professionals and Psychology – Priory Hospital Cardiff.

Compensation

£28,950 per annum.

Role Summary

Priory Hospital Cardiff provides specialist low secure services for males and females with personality disorders, learning disabilities, and mental health needs. The role of Registered Psychologist involves working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care across three bespoke therapeutic placements. The position is part‑time (22.5 hours per week) and site‑based.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver staff training and facilitate reflective practice sessions.
• Complete psychological risk assessments and contribute to effective risk management planning.
• Provide evidence‑based individual and group interventions tailored to the needs of the patient population.
• Receive peer support and supervision from an established and supportive psychology team based at Llanarth Court.
• Use a creative and compassionate approach to enhance the quality of life and recovery outcomes of patients.
• Support individuals as they progress through their recovery journey and move towards less restrictive environments.
• Benefit from excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities.

What you'll bring to the role

Essential

Post‑graduate qualification in psychology and Registration with the HCPC as a Registered Psychologist. Experience working with complex clients and supporting staff teams.

Desirable

Preferably experience of working in a forensic setting, HCR‑20 trained and experience in the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model.

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 day of annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes such as 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 panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses