Senior Forensic Psychologist – Prison Services

HM Prison and Probation Service; Buckley; On-site; GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental organization in the UK is seeking a HCPC-registered Forensic Psychologist to assess and intervene with adult male prisoners and provide comprehensive training, consultancy, and clinical services across multiple prison and probation environments. The role demands proper registration and background in psychology, along with two years of post-registration experience. The offered annual salary is £55,457 along with significant pension contributions and benefits fostering work-life balance.

Benefits

Support for work-life balance

Access to learning and development

Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Must be HCPC‑registered Forensic Psychologist.
• Two years post‑registration experience required.
• Professional background in psychology necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assess and intervene with adult male prisoners.
• Provide training, consultancy and research.
• Deliver specialist clinical input to offender management.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Psychological assessment

Intervention techniques

Education

HCPC registration

Chartered Psychologist status

Job description

A governmental organization in the UK is seeking a HCPC-registered Forensic Psychologist to assess and intervene with adult male prisoners and provide comprehensive training, consultancy, and clinical services across multiple prison and probation environments. The role demands proper registration and background in psychology, along with two years of post-registration experience. The offered annual salary is £55,457 along with significant pension contributions and benefits fostering work-life balance.