Clinical/Counselling Psychologist 7/8A (Preceptorship considered)

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

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Job summary

These posts are for a BAND 7-8A PRECEPTORSHIP clinical or counselling psychologist, in the north CMHTs based in Kettering/ Wellingborough or south CMHTs based in Northampton.

These teams are multi-disciplinary teams that provide specialist support and intervention to people with a range of mental health difficulties.

These permanent posts benefit from a recruitment incentive of £5,000 pro rata for successful candidates over 2.5 years. Initial payment of £2,000 will be made in the 1st month with a subsequent payment of £2,000 made on the 13th month of employment. The remaining £1,000 will be paid out in the 18th month of employment. Terms and conditions apply.

A relocation package is available up to £8, 000, if the successful postholder relocates to Northamptonshire and meet other eligibility criteria. This is subject to approval.

Main duties of the job

Successful applicants will provide psychological assessment and interventions across the breadth of client groups and presentations that are seen in the team. There may be the opportunity for specialising in a particular area. There will also be increased opportunities to guide and develop the psychologically informed work of the multi-disciplinary team. There will be opportunities to provide supervision, consultation, reflective practice and training to the multi-disciplinary teams and you will be supported to do this.

You would be working with other psychology colleagues to deliver and develop the service in a multidisciplinary team environment where the contribution of psychology is well-respected and valued. Psychologists are seen as holding an important role in the clinical leadership of the CMHTs and in the mental health pathway more broadly.

The successful applicant(s) would be line managed and supervised by the Principal Psychologists based in the CMHTs. The Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Adult Mental Health Psychology Lead also provides support.

About us

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation NHS Trust rated "Outstanding"

This post offers:o Preceptorship opportunity (support and bespoke professional development plan will be offered to work towards meeting the requirements of preceptorship)o Support for further relevant and accredited training (financial/time).o The opportunity to build a solid base of clinical skillso Support for relevant research/evaluationo Cross-specialty work and specialising in areas of interest if the post holder wisheso Mentorship opportunities and support from the Newly Qualified group

Coproduction is highly valued in the trust and we expect and encourage coproduction where possible. Furthermore, we are developing stronger links with third sector and community organisations.

We would consider applications for either full or part-time work and can offer hybrid working.

There is a very large, diverse psychology service of different specialities within the trust that provides extensive support and regular CPD opportunities through monthly psychology meetings and active peer supervision networks. The Trust enjoys good links with both Oxford and Leicester Doctoral training courses and there are opportunities to participate in higher education teaching.

Northamptonshire is a pleasant area with a mix of rural and urban locations and is within easy distance of other key locations in the Midlands with excellent rail and road links.

Date posted

08 March 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

270-TD1132-MH

Job locations

St Mary's hospital Kettering/Isebrook Hospital/ Campbell House

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW


Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the About You Section of the document.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Doctorate in clinical psychology or equivalent
  • eligibil/registered with HCPC

Desirable

  • relevant post qualification training

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant experience to the role
  • experience supervising

Desirable

  • BABCP accreditation/eligibility for accreditation
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • Doctorate in clinical psychology or equivalent
  • eligibil/registered with HCPC

Desirable

  • relevant post qualification training

Experience

Essential

  • Relevant experience to the role
  • experience supervising

Desirable

  • BABCP accreditation/eligibility for accreditation

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's hospital Kettering/Isebrook Hospital/ Campbell House

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW


Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust

Address

St Mary's hospital Kettering/Isebrook Hospital/ Campbell House

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW


Employer's website

https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Dr Nadia Karim

nadia.karim@nhft.nhs.uk

07747458151

Date posted

08 March 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Job share

Reference number

270-TD1132-MH

Job locations

St Mary's hospital Kettering/Isebrook Hospital/ Campbell House

London Road

Kettering

NN15 7PW


Supporting documents

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