Senior Psychologist - Educational, Clinical or Forensic - Preston - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialized mental health agency in Preston is seeking a Senior Psychologist to perform assessments and develop interventions for children and young people. The role requires HCPC registration and experience in Clinical or Forensic Psychology. The successful candidate will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and receive a competitive salary of £62,192 to £65,790 along with generous benefits including professional development and relocation assistance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Supportive workplace culture

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and accredited membership with the BACP.
• Proven experience in CAMHS, Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology.
• Relevant experience working in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments for children's needs.
• Develop effective intervention strategies for mental health.
• Collaborate on therapeutic practice for trauma and special needs.
• Mentor and supervise junior psychologists.
• Engage with families and external agencies for support.
• Provide training to enhance staff support capabilities.

Skills

HCPC registration

Experience in CAMHS

Clinical Psychology

Counselling Psychology

Forensic Psychology

Job description

Overview

Senior Psychologist – Educational, Clinical or Forensic in Preston UK. We are seeking an experienced psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team in Preston with a competitive annual salary of £62,192 to £65,790. The role involves high-quality assessments and interventions, and shaping therapeutic approaches in educational and residential settings. You will work with other professionals, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Creative/Talking Therapists, to make a real difference for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand the needs of children and young people.
• Develop and implement effective intervention strategies addressing social, emotional, mental health, and cognitive needs.
• Collaborate with educational and residential teams to enhance our therapeutic practice model focused on complex trauma, neurodiversity, and Special Educational Needs.
• Mentor and supervise junior psychologists, fostering a culture of excellence and professional growth.
• Engage with external agencies, parents, and carers to maximise support for the young people in our care.
• Provide training and guidance to staff to enhance their ability to support children and young people effectively.

Qualifications

• HCPC registration and accredited membership with the BACP.
• Proven experience in CAMHS, Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology.
• Relevant experience working in the UK.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that recognises your skills and expertise.
• Generous annual leave allowing you to relax and recharge.
• Continuous professional development opportunities to keep learning and growing.
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture where every team member is valued and heard.
• Relocation assistance for successful candidates to make the move to Preston smoother.

Located in the vibrant city of Preston, you’ll find a community rich in culture, history, and green spaces. Preston offers a good quality of life with access to eateries, cultural events, and a welcoming local community. Join us to make a lasting impact in the field of psychology.

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