Job summary
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join our National Psychological Services Team on a 6-month contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and improve mental health support at a national level.
You will lead a review of mental health provision across our residential (non-inpatient) services, identifying strengths, gaps, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations to improve consistency and impact. You will also support multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) with high-quality assessment and support planning for new referrals.
Working closely with the National Lead for Psychological Services, you will contribute to service development and the implementation of effective, practical improvements.
This is a hybrid role, combining remote working with site visits across key localities (to be discussed). Travel and expenses will be reimbursed.
Main duties of the job
Key Duties
- Lead a national review of mental health support delivery
- Identify gaps and recommend service improvements
- Support MDTs with assessment and support planning
- Contribute to service development and implementation of best practice
- Provide clinical and strategic expertise across services
- Engage with teams across multiple locations
About us
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join our National Psychological Services Team on a 6-month contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and improve mental health support at a national level.
You will lead a review of mental health provision across our residential (non-inpatient) services, identifying strengths, gaps, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations to improve consistency and impact. You will also support multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) with high-quality assessment and support planning for new referrals.
Working closely with the National Lead for Psychological Services, you will contribute to service development and the implementation of effective, practical improvements.
This is a hybrid role, combining remote working with site visits across key localities (to be discussed). Travel and expenses will be reimbursed.
Key Duties
- Lead a national review of mental health support delivery
- Identify gaps and recommend service improvements
- Support MDTs with assessment and support planning
- Contribute to service development and implementation of best practice
- Provide clinical and strategic expertise across services
- Engage with teams across multiple locations
Job description
Job responsibilities
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join our National Psychological Services Team on a 6-month contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and improve mental health support at a national level.
You will lead a review of mental health provision across our residential (non-inpatient) services, identifying strengths, gaps, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations to improve consistency and impact. You will also support multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) with high-quality assessment and support planning for new referrals.
Working closely with the National Lead for Psychological Services, you will contribute to service development and the implementation of effective, practical improvements.
This is a hybrid role, combining remote working with site visits across key localities (to be discussed). Travel and expenses will be reimbursed.
Key Duties
- Lead a national review of mental health support delivery
- Identify gaps and recommend service improvements
- Support MDTs with assessment and support planning
- Contribute to service development and implementation of best practice
- Provide clinical and strategic expertise across services
- Engage with teams across multiple locations
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- About You
- Doctorate in Clinical or Forensic Psychology and HCPC registration
- Strong experience in complex mental health or forensic settings
- Experience in service evaluation or quality improvement
- Skilled in working with MDTs and influencing service development
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Able to work independently and travel for site visits
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- About You
- Doctorate in Clinical or Forensic Psychology and HCPC registration
- Strong experience in complex mental health or forensic settings
- Experience in service evaluation or quality improvement
- Skilled in working with MDTs and influencing service development
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
- Able to work independently and travel for site visits
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
