Renal Clinical Psychologist Development Post 7-8A

Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Betsi Cadwaldr University Health Board (Glan Clwyd Hospital) in North Wales is seeking a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist for a development post, with option for 8A/ren enthusiast applicants. The role is based in the renal psychology service within a multidisciplinary team and includes opportunities for direct/indirect work, group development, consultation, and training for colleagues.

The post offers a range of CPD opportunities and is suitable for newly qualified Band 7 psychologists or final-year

Qualifications

• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including multivariate data analysis.
• Eligibility for Chartered status with the British Psychological Society (BPS).
• Honours degree in Psychology and registration requirements in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Direct and indirect clinical work within the renal service.
• Opportunity to develop groups and lead service development initiatives.
• Engage in consultation and provide training to colleagues in the multidisciplinary team.
• Research, service improvement and continuing professional development are supported.
• Trainee clinical placements are part of the department’s activity.

Skills

Research design & statistics

Education

Honours degree in Psychology

Chartered status with the BPS

Job description

Job summary

This post provides an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist, with an interest in physical health, to join the well established renal multi-disciplinary team at Glan Clwyd Hospital. This post is open to both those wishing to apply for an 8A Clinical Psychologist position and to newly qualified Band 7 Clinical Psychologists, as a development post. We would also welcome applications from trainees in their final year of training. Please state on the application form which post you are applying for.

Main duties of the job

This post will involve both direct and indirect work and there may also be opportunities to develop groups within the service. The post holder will also have the opportunity to engage in consultation work and provide training to colleagues in the wider multi-disciplinary team.

The renal psychology service is a well established service that sits within a multi-disciplinary team alongside colleagues from a medical, nursing, and dietetics background.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post, but English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Details

Closing date: 30 October 2026

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £50,129 to £65,723 a year per annum, pro rata

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Part-time

Reference number: 050-AHP151-0826-A

Job locations: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Rhuddlan Road, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.

Research, service improvement and continuing professional development are supported within the service and the service is a provider of trainee clinical placements.

The post holder will also be a member of BCUHB's Department of Health Clinical Psychology. This is a growing department of supportive and friendly Clinical Psychologists who work in physical health services across BCUHB and the department has strong links with the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme.

Person Specification

Training and Qualifications

Essential

• Good Honours degree in Psychology. Eligibility for Chartered status with the BPS.

Knowledge

Essential

• Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate data analysis as practised within clinical psychology

Employer details

Employer name: Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board

Address: Glan Clwyd Hospital, Rhuddlan Road, Bodelwyddan, LL18 5UJ, United Kingdom

Employer's website: https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Dr Caitriona Hughes, [e-mail], 03000845687

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.