Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and dynamic Clinical Psychologist to join the team at the Milton Keynes Hospital Neonatal Unit, as part of the Outreach Team in the Department of Children's Psychological Medicine, Oxford University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
The role will include direct clinical input to siblings, parents and families and will involve extensive working within the newly established MDT, as well as data collation, clinical supervision, teaching and staff training. The post holder will play a key role in developing and reviewing psychological formulations and as well as direct clinical work will work closely with colleagues across the MDT within the neonatal service. Close links will be maintained with the Oxford Neonatal Unit (levels 1 - 3) as well as with the other units which make up part of the Thames Valley and Wessex ODN.
This is a 2 day a week substantive role but further sessions may be available. Candidates who may need further support to develop the required competencies through a preceptorship role, would also be welcomed.
Main duties of the job
The Children's Psychological Medicine department consists of 21 Clinical Psychologists, 2 Child Psychiatrists, a Family Therapist as well as Trainees and Assistants. We are a friendly and supportive team with good arrangements for supervision and further learning. The team draws from a range of theoretical frameworks to inform its practice, including attachment, systemic ideas, ACT, CFT, CBT and EMDR. The team provides a strong and supportive base from which we can give our best to the babies, children and families we meet, as well as to our multidisciplinary colleagues. As a team we place a strong emphasis on self-care and on supporting one another. This means that there are clear job plans and people are encouraged to maintain a good work/life balance. The positive working atmosphere and the opportunities for development mean we have a long track record of retaining staff within the team.
As well as clinical work there are opportunities to engage in research projects and the department has strong links with the Oxford Doctoral training Course with regular opportunities to work with core, specialist and research trainees.
About us
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is one of the largest NHS teaching Trusts in the country. Oxford is a nationally recognized centre for medical education, professional training and research and as such seeks to recruit and retain those at the forefront of their field. The Trust has a strong ethos of supporting staff to achieve their potential and there are opportunities for research, as well as access to training and professional development.
Oxford University Hospitals offer a wide range of general and specialist clinical services which include a thriving psychological presence across the life span. There is access to a range of resources across sites including library facilities, canteens and cafes as well as an established staff support and well-being service.
The city itself is a large and cosmopolitan one with a range of museums and art galleries. There is access to a range of shopping locations, a vibrant caf and bar scene and a number of established music venues to suit all tastes. The city has served as the backdrop for many films and television series and there are a number of specialist tours for those who are keen to explore further. The city is surrounded by picturesque countryside with the Otmoor wildlife reserve, historic Woodstock and Blenheim Palace less than 30 minutes away. We are also within an hour of London and of Heathrow for those looking to travel further afield. For more information seehttps://www.visitoxford.org.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Psychology services are well-established in both Oxford and Milton Keynes and our input is highly valued across the hospitals in which we are based. There is lots of supervision and informal support within the Childrens Psychological Medicine team within the hospital, as well as from the neonatal network. The neonatal role is a recently established post (0.4wte), supported by NHS England, and designed to improve outcomes for babies, families and the neonatal workforce.
The post-holder will collaborate closely with the Thames Valley Hub Lead Psychologist and Thames Valley & Wessex Network Psychology Lead already in post alongside the growing multi-disciplinary team within the neonatal unit and more broadly at MKH. There are lots of opportunities for peer supervision and CPD within the neonatal network, and more nationally with the special interest group of innovative and enthusiastic clinical psychologists.
Please see attached Job description for more details.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Psychology services are well-established in both Oxford and Milton Keynes and our input is highly valued across the hospitals in which we are based. There is lots of supervision and informal support within the Childrens Psychological Medicine team within the hospital, as well as from the neonatal network. The neonatal role is a recently established post (0.4wte), supported by NHS England, and designed to improve outcomes for babies, families and the neonatal workforce.
The post-holder will collaborate closely with the Thames Valley Hub Lead Psychologist and Thames Valley & Wessex Network Psychology Lead already in post alongside the growing multi-disciplinary team within the neonatal unit and more broadly at MKH. There are lots of opportunities for peer supervision and CPD within the neonatal network, and more nationally with the special interest group of innovative and enthusiastic clinical psychologists.
Please see attached Job description for more details.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
- Eligible for chartered status as a clinical psychologist
- HCPC Registration as Practitioner Psychologist
- Additional specialist therapeutic training/qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training to support work within a neonatal context
- Pre-or post qualification training in research methodology
- Further training in staff support/supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of clinical work with infants, children, young people and families experiencing acute or chronic illness and life limiting conditions
- Experience of working across the lifespan with a wide variety of client groups and across the full range of clinical severity
- Experience of cognitive assessment and formulation
- Experience of working with parents who may be dealing with a complex range of issues including though not restricted to significant concerns for their child, anxiety and/or adjustment issues as well as possible health concerns of their own.
- Experience of clinical work within an acute hospital or paediatric setting
- Further post-training supervised clinical practice, with a very high degree of autonomy in keeping with the job requirements
- Experience of delivering highly skilled assessments. Interventions, follow-up and data monitoring utilizing at least two therapeutic models
Desirable
- Post qualification experience working with children presenting with a range of health and developmental difficulties
- Experience of supervising others (non-psychologists, assistants, trainees)
- Post-doctoral experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team representing the psychological needs of children and young people and sharing expert formulations to inform team practice.
- Experience of working with trauma and/or bereavement
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work with children and young people
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
- Competence in assessing and managing risk
- Ability to work with highly distressed adults, adolescents and family members
- Experience in individual therapy, work with families and group work
- Ability to undertake clinical and service related research or audit consistent with the needs of the department and in keeping with the job requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and through written work
- Competence in CBT and other psychotherapies
- Ability to assess and formulate cases incorporating a broad range of models
- Up to date knowledge of the theory and practice of specialized psychological therapies as applied in a clinical health setting
Desirable
- A commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi and uni-professional audit and a desire to continue to apply and develop expertise in this area
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to exercise autonomy/initiative
- To be able to think clearly and to communicate this well to others
- Commitment to clinical excellence
- To demonstrate good organizational skills
- Interest in developing skills through further training in relevant aspects of paediatric Psychology
Desirable
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent
- Eligible for chartered status as a clinical psychologist
- HCPC Registration as Practitioner Psychologist
- Additional specialist therapeutic training/qualification
Desirable
- Evidence of post qualification training to support work within a neonatal context
- Pre-or post qualification training in research methodology
- Further training in staff support/supervision
Experience
Essential
- Experience of clinical work with infants, children, young people and families experiencing acute or chronic illness and life limiting conditions
- Experience of working across the lifespan with a wide variety of client groups and across the full range of clinical severity
- Experience of cognitive assessment and formulation
- Experience of working with parents who may be dealing with a complex range of issues including though not restricted to significant concerns for their child, anxiety and/or adjustment issues as well as possible health concerns of their own.
- Experience of clinical work within an acute hospital or paediatric setting
- Further post-training supervised clinical practice, with a very high degree of autonomy in keeping with the job requirements
- Experience of delivering highly skilled assessments. Interventions, follow-up and data monitoring utilizing at least two therapeutic models
Desirable
- Post qualification experience working with children presenting with a range of health and developmental difficulties
- Experience of supervising others (non-psychologists, assistants, trainees)
- Post-doctoral experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team representing the psychological needs of children and young people and sharing expert formulations to inform team practice.
- Experience of working with trauma and/or bereavement
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Ability to work with children and young people
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team
- Competence in assessing and managing risk
- Ability to work with highly distressed adults, adolescents and family members
- Experience in individual therapy, work with families and group work
- Ability to undertake clinical and service related research or audit consistent with the needs of the department and in keeping with the job requirements
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and through written work
- Competence in CBT and other psychotherapies
- Ability to assess and formulate cases incorporating a broad range of models
- Up to date knowledge of the theory and practice of specialized psychological therapies as applied in a clinical health setting
Desirable
- A commitment to the evaluation of services, enthusiasm for both multi and uni-professional audit and a desire to continue to apply and develop expertise in this area
Personal
Essential
- Ability to work effectively under pressure
- Ability to exercise autonomy/initiative
- To be able to think clearly and to communicate this well to others
- Commitment to clinical excellence
- To demonstrate good organizational skills
- Interest in developing skills through further training in relevant aspects of paediatric Psychology
Desirable
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Milton Keynes University Hospital
Standing Way, Eaglestone
Milton Keynes
MK6 5LD
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
