Head of Psychological Professions MH Inpatient & Crisis Services

Job summary

We are looking for an exceptional psychological professions leader to join Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust as Head of Psychological Professions for our Inpatient and Crisis Services (IPCS) Directorate. This is a pivotal strategic role for a senior consultant psychologist who is passionate about driving high-quality, safe and innovative psychological care for adults with complex mental health needs. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of psychological care in Cornwall, leading a skilled and compassionate workforce committed to delivering outstanding mental health services. You will play an essential role in transforming provision for adults with serious mental health problems and ensuring Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust delivers high-quality care within available resources.

This is a community-based role that requires frequent travel to various locations throughout the county including areas that may not be accessible by public transportation. Successful candidates will need to demonstrate how they will manage these travel requirements.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will act as the Consultant Lead Psychologist for IPCS, providing expert leadership, oversight and professional direction for the full range of psychological provision across the Directorate. You will ensure our services are integrated, person-centred and capable of meeting the needs of people with serious mental health difficulties, delivering the right care in the right place.

As a key member of the senior leadership team, you will report to the Divisional Director and contribute to the wider strategic development of the Directorate. You will work closely with the Clinical Director, Chief Psychological Professions Officer, and other professional leads to ensure strong clinical and professional governance for psychologists and psychological therapists across adult mental health services.

About us

We're an NHS community and mental health provider Trust based in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We deliver community and hospital-based care to improve people's physical and mental health. We also provide specialist support to people with dementia or a learning disability.

We are a people organisation and people matter to us. As part of the team, you'll help support the health and wellbeing of the people who live and visit this beautiful part of the UK.

Over 4,000 people make up the Trust. This includes doctors, nurses, therapists, plus admin and support staff.

We work in people's homes, in community clinics and bases. Some staff work from one of our 13 community hospitals. Our aspiration is to have great people, provide great care, be a great place to work and a great partner.

Approximately 568,000 people live here. A third of people who live in Cornwall are supported by acute hospital services in Devon. As a result, we also work closely with our partners in Devon. In the summer, and during other holidays lots of people choose to visit the area. This increase the numbers of people who use out services.