Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for psychology graduates who are interested in developing a career in Clinical Psychology. We are recruiting to four Psychology Assistant posts to join our widening access programme for aspiring Clinical Psychologists. The posts are each half time (18.75 hours per week) and employed at Band 4 on the NHS pay scale. They are offered on a 6 month fixed term contract. The programme offers paid clinical work experience to Psychology graduates, with a particular focus on supporting those from minoritised and/or disadvantaged backgrounds who aspire to become Clinical Psychologists. We are committed to a fair and inclusive selection process, aiming to recruit candidates with strong potential for success within the profession, who otherwise might have had difficulty accessing the necessary workplace experience due to educational, economic and social disadvantage.
Main duties of the job
EPUT has a strong track record of supporting Psychology graduates in their development and training within the psychological professions. We host Clinical Psychology trainees from both the University of Essex and the University of Hertfordshire, and we also run a Clinical Associate in Psychology (CAP) training programme. The Trust has a vibrant and active Diversity & Inclusion Committee with an Ethnic Minority and Race Equality Network, along with LGBTQ+, Disability, Faith and Carers Networks. Our Psychological Services Directorate has an Anti-Racism group that provides open dialogue, support and allyship, along with an active Pre-qualification Group of aspiring Psychologists who offer an environment of peer support and learning.
If you are enthusiastic, self-motivated and committed to a career delivering high quality psychological care to service users we would like to hear from you. We are specifically seeking applicants who are familiar with and committed to living and working in the geographic area served by the Trust (Essex). We particularly encourage applications from those who come from less advantaged and minoritised backgrounds and for whom access to experience and further training in the psychological professions may be hindered by social or economic circumstances. Applicants should tell us how they meet these criteria in their application forms.
About us
EPUT offers excellent staff support and engagement, and as an employee of the Trust, you would have access to these resources.
The Widening Access Programme sits in the Training & Partnerships team within the Psychological Services Clinical Care Unit. The Care Unit is host to a wide range of staff working in psychological provision and beyond, from psychology students, trainees and assistant psychologists, through to psychological therapists, practitioner psychologists, social workers, mental health nurses and many others. You would be joining a dedicated, hard-working and innovative group of colleagues, who hold service user care at the forefront of what they do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the accompanying documents which provide more information about the job role, the person specification and these posts.
The posts will offer workplace experience in clinical services and post holders will be well supported with a thorough induction as well as additional development opportunities through the course of their time with us. We plan to offer access to opportunities such as participation in reflective practice groups, journal clubs and individual mentoring. The work experience will be varied and post holders can expect to contribute to activities such as research and service evaluation, literature searches and resources development, assessment and psychological testing, undertaking supportive work with carers, family members and staff, and training others; in some contexts there may also be an opportunity to assist with the delivery of psychologically informed interventions with individuals and groups. As assistant psychologists, post holders will work under the supervision of a qualified practitioner psychologist to carry out specific tasks associated with the delivery of psychological services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the accompanying documents which provide more information about the job role, the person specification and these posts.
The posts will offer workplace experience in clinical services and post holders will be well supported with a thorough induction as well as additional development opportunities through the course of their time with us. We plan to offer access to opportunities such as participation in reflective practice groups, journal clubs and individual mentoring. The work experience will be varied and post holders can expect to contribute to activities such as research and service evaluation, literature searches and resources development, assessment and psychological testing, undertaking supportive work with carers, family members and staff, and training others; in some contexts there may also be an opportunity to assist with the delivery of psychologically informed interventions with individuals and groups. As assistant psychologists, post holders will work under the supervision of a qualified practitioner psychologist to carry out specific tasks associated with the delivery of psychological services.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in Psychology (or equivalent)
- Eligible for GBC
Desirable
- Further relevant training or courses
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of social or economic disadvantage and/or minoritisation provided in application
Desirable
- Experiences relevant to working in a clinical setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Graduate level knowledge of Psychology evidenced by degree attainment
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the service needs of the Essex population
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Skills in conceptualising complex information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Honours degree in Psychology (or equivalent)
- Eligible for GBC
Desirable
- Further relevant training or courses
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of social or economic disadvantage and/or minoritisation provided in application
Desirable
- Experiences relevant to working in a clinical setting
Knowledge
Essential
- Graduate level knowledge of Psychology evidenced by degree attainment
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of the service needs of the Essex population
Skills
Essential
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Skills in conceptualising complex 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).
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).
