Specialist Clinical Psychologist (preceptorship)

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust; Bromley; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to work with older adults. The role requires a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and experience in cognitive difficulties, ensuring a positive impact through specialist assessments and therapeutic interventions. The position supports diversity and offers necessary adjustments during the hiring process.

Benefits

Inclusive workplace culture

Adjustments for interview process

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have HCPC registration or about to qualify.
• Experience with cognitive and mental health difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Work with older adults facing cognitive and mental health difficulties.
• Conduct neuropsychological assessments and provide therapeutic interventions.

Skills

Cognitive assessment

Therapeutic intervention

Education

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Further detailed information relating to the role and responsibilities can be found in the attached supporting documentation

Person specification

Doctorate in Clinical Psychology

Essential criteria

• conferring HCPC registration (or about to qualify )

Experience working with older adults with cognitive difficulties

Essential criteria

• cognitive difficulties also mental health difficulties

Neuropsychological Assessment

Desirable criteria

• Experience of neuropsychological assessment, and further training and CPD

Working therapeutically with older adults and families

Desirable criteria

• providing 1:1, family interventions, workshops (take into account length and breadth of experience)

Research and audit

Desirable criteria

• publications, posters, presentations pre and post qualification

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace that welcomes and supports individuals of all abilities. Remember, if you meet the minimum criteria for this role and you have a disability, you can be guaranteed an interview under the Disability Confident Scheme - Please ensure you select this on your application form. We would encourage you to be open about your needs so we can work with you to design a comfortable and accessible interview experience. Any information you provide regarding a disability or a need for adjustments will be treated in confidence and will only be shared with colleagues who are supporting this request.

If you require any adjustments to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know by adding the relevant details when scheduling your preferred interview date and time. Please feel free to contact the appointing manager to discuss your needs.

We encourage applicants to contact the hiring manager before their interview, if they have any questions about the role or the process. This is a great way to get clarity and prepare effectively for the interview.

Please note that the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is prohibited during the interview process. We also discourage overuse of AI during the application process because this can negatively impact the quality of your application and may hinder your chances of being shortlisted. Thank you.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high volume of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Documents to download

• Job description Band 8a (PDF, 368.4KB)
• Job description Band 7 (PDF, 304.4KB)
• Preceptorship notes to applicant (PDF, 456.4KB)
• Important Additional Information For Candidates (please read carefully) (PDF, 160.6KB)
• Privacy Notice for Staff (PDF, 268.6KB)
• Staff Benefits (PDF, 2.5MB)