Senior Assistant Psychologist

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust in England is recruiting for a Senior Assistant Psychologist to support the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions within Talking Therapies. You will contribute to assessment, formulation, group and individual interventions, outcome monitoring and service development.

The role offers opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners, develop clinical skills and contribute to compassionate care in an NHS setting.

Qualifications

• Degree in Psychology with GGBC eligibility.
• Formal training in CBT or evidence-based psychological therapy.
• Experience with adults with common mental health difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions within Talking Therapies.
• Contribute to assessment, formulation, group and individual interventions, and outcome monitoring.
• Support service development and work closely with the MDT.

Skills

Compassionate

Person-centred approach

Organised and reliable

Collaborative and flexible

Education

Upper second class Degree in Psychology eligible for GGBC with BPS

Formal CBT or evidence-based therapies training

Experience in mental health or related area

Job description

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Senior Assistant Psychologist

The closing date is 11 November 2026

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Senior Assistant Psychologists to join our NHS Talking Therapies service and play a valued role in improving the mental health and wellbeing of our local community.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their psychological experience within a supportive NHS service. You'll be part of a skilled and committed team, with opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners, develop your clinical skills and contribute to a service that is focused on delivering accessible, effective and compassionate care.

We're looking for applicants who are curious, compassionate and committed to psychological practice, with the motivation to learn, develop and make a difference. In return, we offer a welcoming team environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to build valuable experience for your future psychological career.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a service where your contribution matters, we would love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As a Senior Assistant Psychologist, you will support the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions within Talking Therapies. You'll contribute to assessment, formulation, group and individual interventions, outcome monitoring and service development, while working closely with therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team.

We're looking for applicants who are:

• Compassionate and person-centred
• Psychologically minded and curious
• Organised and reliable
• Reflective and open to learning
• Collaborative and adaptable

Most importantly, we're looking for applicants who bring enthusiasm, resilience and a commitment to high-quality, inclusive care.

About us

NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.

NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our 'outstanding' rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.

At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.

We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualification

• Upper second class Degree in Psychology eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GGBC) with the British Psychological Society, or equivalent qualification.
• Further relevant training or experience in psychological therapies, mental health or a related area.
• Formal training in CBT or another evidence-based psychological therapy.

Experience

• Experience of working with adults experiencing common mental health difficulties.
• Experience of working specifically within an NHS Talking Therapies service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust