Senior Practitioner Psychologist – Forensic CAMHS

CPFT; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) seeks a Senior Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Forensic/Counselling) for a 22-month fixed-term contract in FCAMHS, Peterborough. The post focuses on MBT research delivery and high-level assessments for children and young people, with opportunities for trainee placements and regional collaboration.

The role involves supervising a psychology assistant, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting service development

Qualifications

• Postgraduate/Doctorate level qualification enabling practice as HCPC-registered psychologist.
• Current HCPC registration in clinical/forensic/counselling psychology.

Responsibilities

• Deliver MBT research pathway in line with Good Clinical Practice.
• Supervise a research assistant and report to Clinical Lead and National team.
• Provide specialist psychological assessments for complex cases involving children/young people and families.
• Lead service development projects and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Forensic psychology

Psychoeducation

Research coordination

MBT training

Leadership supervision

Education

Postgraduate/Doctorate in clinical/forensic/counselling psychology

HCPC registration

Job description

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) seeks a Senior Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Forensic/Counselling) for a 22-month fixed-term contract in FCAMHS, Peterborough. The post focuses on MBT research delivery and high-level assessments for children and young people, with opportunities for trainee placements and regional collaboration.

The role involves supervising a psychology assistant, coordinating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting service development