Job summary
An exciting and rewarding opportunity for a part-time Assistant Psychology role. The M3 programme is an NIHR- funded programme aiming to develop and test a multi-factorial intervention in adults with early-onset type 2 diabetes (aged 16-40 years). The successful applicant will be based at the Leicester Diabetes Centre.
Main duties of the job
The role will involve working closely with Clinical and Chartered Psychologists to contribute to the delivery of psychology alongside a full MDT. This role will be part of the delivery of a holistic and person-centered intervention, part of a wider research programme, the M3 programme.
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:
- high-quality care for all,
- being a great place to work,
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate,
- we are proud,
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/
Job description
Job responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Assistant Psychologist are varied, but will focus on assisting with the provision of tailored psychological care to young adults (16-45 years) living with type 2 diabetes and multiple long-term conditions (individual intervention). Other responsibilities may include attending MDT meetings, clinical audit, and research-related tasks such as assisting with grant writing and dissemination.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The responsibilities of the Assistant Psychologist are varied, but will focus on assisting with the provision of tailored psychological care to young adults (16-45 years) living with type 2 diabetes and multiple long-term conditions (individual intervention). Other responsibilities may include attending MDT meetings, clinical audit, and research-related tasks such as assisting with grant writing and dissemination.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second-class honours degree or higher in psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with people with chronic health conditions
- Experience of therapeutic work in a relevant area to the post
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to support individuals who may be experiencing significant distress
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Proven ability to undertake duties in a confidential and sensitive manner using tact and diplomacy where necessary
Skills
Essential
- Flexibility
- High level of personal and professional credibility
- Ability to work independently or as part of team
- Good IT skills, including ability to use clinical systems (such as SystmOne) and Microsoft Office
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to drive/travel and work in various places e.g. to attend meetings
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Ability to drive/travel and work in various places e.g. to attend meetings
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to withstand exposure to emotional or distressing circumstances
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second-class honours degree or higher in psychology
Experience
Essential
- Experience working with people with chronic health conditions
- Experience of therapeutic work in a relevant area to the post
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- High level of interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to support individuals who may be experiencing significant distress
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Proven ability to undertake duties in a confidential and sensitive manner using tact and diplomacy where necessary
Skills
Essential
- Flexibility
- High level of personal and professional credibility
- Ability to work independently or as part of team
- Good IT skills, including ability to use clinical systems (such as SystmOne) and Microsoft Office
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Ability to prioritise
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Ability to drive/travel and work in various places e.g. to attend meetings
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Ability to drive/travel and work in various places e.g. to attend meetings
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to withstand exposure to emotional or distressing circumstances
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).
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.
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).
