Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

NHS; Romford; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to lead the psychology service within the Havering Community Learning Disabilities Team. This part-time role involves working closely with health and social services to provide high-quality care for adults with learning disabilities. The successful candidate will have opportunities for professional development and will be supported by experienced colleagues.

Benefits

15% High Cost Area Supplement

Comprehensive induction program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in Learning Disabilities Psychological services.
• Experience supervising doctoral trainees.

Responsibilities

• Provide locality leadership for psychological services.
• Lead and support colleagues within the LD Psychological Service.
• Manage operational aspects for psychological practitioners.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical Governance

Supervision

Education

Doctoral-level training in clinical/counselling psychology

HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Job description

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Senior Clinical/Counselling Psychologist

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Job summary

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Clinical / Counselling Psychologist to lead the psychology service within the Havering Community Learning Disabilities Team (CLDT) at NELFT. The role involves 0.50 WTE sessions (18.75 hours per week) within a multidisciplinary team working closely with health and social services to provide coordinated, high-quality care for adults with learning disabilities. The post-holder will be supported by the Principal Psychologist and the Professional Lead of the Learning Disabilities Psychological Service at NELFT.

Our psychological therapies provision within community learning disability teams includes clinical psychologists, clinical behavioural specialists, art therapists, systemic/family therapists, Clinical Associates in Psychology (CAP), assistant psychologists, and trainees from London-based Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling training courses. We collaborate with the local Talking Therapies service to strengthen the mainstreaming agenda for people with learning disabilities. Our service is developing trauma-informed and culturally sensitive care for individuals and their families. There are excellent opportunities for professional development through CPD, peer support, and service development. We also have an active R&D department.

Main duties of the job

• Provide locality leadership to support high-quality psychological services for NELFT patients, families, and carers within a designated area.
• Lead and support colleagues within the LD Psychological Service in the Community Learning Disability Team.
• Manage operational and professional aspects for psychological practitioners in the locality, including caseload management, performance management, clinical leadership, and supervision for Band 7 LD psychologists, Band 7 clinical behaviour specialists, Band 6 CAP, and Band 4 assistant psychologists (40%).

About us

Starting with NELFT

We prioritize proper induction for new starters, who join on the first Monday of each month for a comprehensive two-week induction, including mandatory training, systems training, and equipment allocation. This includes opportunities to meet the executive team, senior managers, and attend engagement, health, and wellbeing sessions at our Rainham, Essex headquarters.

Probationary Period

This role is subject to a probationary period. Internal applicants are exempt unless they are mid-probation or bank staff.

High Cost Area Supplement - London

This role attracts a 15% supplement to the basic salary (minimum £4,551, maximum £5,735 per annum, pro rata).

Certificates of Sponsorship

While NELFT is a registered sponsor, sponsorship cannot be guaranteed for all roles. Please verify your eligibility under the UKVI points-based system.

Job responsibilities

Refer to the attached detailed job description and person specification for comprehensive information about the role and working at NELFT. We encourage applications even if you do not meet all criteria; development needs can be discussed during interviews.

References should be from your most recent employer, including a direct line manager or supervisor, with professional email addresses. References are contacted after an offer is made. Ensure employment gaps are clearly explained. Applications are processed via NHS Jobs and TRAC system. Check spam folders regularly.

Use of AI

Applications must be written by the applicant. Use of AI tools may result in rejection, although support for applications is available for declared disabilities.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Doctoral-level training in clinical/counselling psychology or equivalent
• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist
• Experience supervising doctoral trainees

Knowledge

• Understanding of NHS Plan, NICE Guidance, and clinical governance

Experience

• At least two years’ experience in Learning Disabilities Psychological services

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.

NELFT North East London Foundation Trust

Salary: £53,755 to £60,504 per year (plus HCAS)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours