Job summary
We are looking for a motivated aspiring psychologist to join our team working across the stroke and breathlessness pathways. The settings are both acute physical health and community based. You will be supported by a small number of psychologists, where you will have ample opportunity to work directly with patients and their family's; as well as offer consultation to medical professionals. These services are well established and respected within the teams they are embedded.
Main duties of the job
The applicant will spend half the week supporting the stroke service and the other half working within the breathlessness service. They will be completing screenings and assessments of patients mental health needs, as well as offering support to family members. They will also work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team to support them to understand the patients psychological needs. There may also be opportunities to undertake neuropsychological assessments and we are keen to establish connections with charities in the local area who are likely to be supporting our patients.
The applicant must have a keen interest in working within a clinical health setting, and only applications tailored to the role will be screened for interview.
About us
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;
- Season Ticket Loans
- NHS discounts for staff
- Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
- Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
- The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
- Day One Flexible Employer
The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment
Join our Staff bank
What is Staff Bank?
Our EPUT NHS staff bank is an entity managed by the trust that hires clinical and non-clinical healthcare professionals to take on shifts at our trust hospitals and community settings. Here at EPUT we maintain our own bank of specialist staff to ensure that we are able offer safe and effective care at all times.
All our permanent staff are automatically enrolled onto the staff bank however this does not mean you have to work any additional shifts, but the option is there for you if you wish.
If you are joining our Trust in a fixed term role, please indicate on your New Starter Paperwork that you wish to join our staff bank.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As well as the clinical aspects of the role, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the administrative management of the services. This is likely to includeaudit, annual reports and data management; as well as supporting service development projects as they arise.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As well as the clinical aspects of the role, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the administrative management of the services. This is likely to includeaudit, annual reports and data management; as well as supporting service development projects as they arise.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in working with people in mental health/health care settings
Experience
Essential
- An awareness of how the NHS provides support to people in distress
Desirable
- Experience of working with people in an NHS/Statutory setting for mental health and/or physical health needs
- Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team
Engagement and Interest in the Post
Essential
- Shows a genuine desire to support those living with chronic physical health difficulties
Desirable
- Demonstrates the EPUT Trust Values
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- An upper second class honours degree or higher in psychology
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Additional qualifications in working with people in mental health/health care settings
Experience
Essential
- An awareness of how the NHS provides support to people in distress
Desirable
- Experience of working with people in an NHS/Statutory setting for mental health and/or physical health needs
- Experience of working within a multi disciplinary team
Engagement and Interest in the Post
Essential
- Shows a genuine desire to support those living with chronic physical health difficulties
Desirable
- Demonstrates the EPUT Trust Values
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Southend Hospital
Prittlewell Chase
Westcliff-on-sea
SS0 0RY
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
