Job summary
We welcome applications from newly qualified clinical psychologists on a band 7 preceptorship.
We are currently looking for someone to join our Clinical Neuropsychology team in Canterbury, East Kent. The Kent Clinical Neuropsychology Service is one of the largest neuropsychology departments in the country, providing support to patients in both inpatient and community settings. We have a strong rehabilitation ethos, with clinicians providing specialist neuropsychological assessment, cognitive rehabilitation and psychological therapy in a range of approaches.
Main duties of the job
You would be joining our community team, supporting people with acquired brain injury and long term neurological conditions living in East Kent. The role is mainly clinic based but does involve home visits. There is scope to provide some remote working including video and telephone appointments. You will be providing specialist neuropsychological assessments and feedback on cognitive difficulties and management strategies.
Our work involves supporting people in their neuro rehabilitation. This includes psychological support to adjust to diagnosis and symptom management. We provide psychoeducation, cognitive rehabilitation, vocational rehabilitation and psychological therapy. We often work with families and other staff groups in order to meet the goals of the people we work with.
About us
The post is based in the cosmopolitan and vibrant city of Canterbury which boasts excellent high-speed (one hour) links to London. Canterbury sits within beautiful countryside and is in close proximity to many beaches.
The Kent Clinical Neuropsychology Service are a large department with a wealth of clinical knowledge and experience. There are lots of opportunities for further training and to experience a range of different clinical roles and settings. It is a supportive team offering regular management and clinical supervision, peer supervision, in house CPD and external training in therapies and neuropsychology. There are frequent opportunities to work alongside colleagues in other services and specialities. We are a sociable team and there are regular opportunities to meet.
We have strong links with the Salomons Clinical Psychology doctorate and provide support to trainees through research and clinical placements. There are many opportunities to teach on several of our professionals and client based education programmes.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role would suit someone wanting to progress their career in Neuropsychology.
The role involves:
Providing specialist neuropsychological assessment, including cognitive assessment.
Cognitive rehabilitation.
Vocational rehabilitation
Psychological therapy, frequently used approaches include, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, narrative therapy, compassion focussed therapy, family therapy, systemic therapy and mindfulness.
Support to carers and family.
Consultation and training to colleagues.
Supervision of junior colleagues.
Providing placements for trainee clinical psychologists.
Providing teaching on training courses.
Job description
Job responsibilities
This role would suit someone wanting to progress their career in Neuropsychology.
The role involves:
Providing specialist neuropsychological assessment, including cognitive assessment.
Cognitive rehabilitation.
Vocational rehabilitation
Psychological therapy, frequently used approaches include, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, narrative therapy, compassion focussed therapy, family therapy, systemic therapy and mindfulness.
Support to carers and family.
Consultation and training to colleagues.
Supervision of junior colleagues.
Providing placements for trainee clinical psychologists.
Providing teaching on training courses.
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
- HCPC registered
- 1 year minimum experience in clinical neuropsychology
- Minimum of 50 hours clinical supervision
Desirable
- Training in providing clinical supervision
- Evidence of providing clinical supervision
- Further training in clinical neuropsychology
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working with people with brain injury or neurological conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of working with people with brain injury or neurological conditions in a community rehabilitation team
Providing training and conducting research
Essential
- Evidence of providing training to other staff and patients
- Evidence of conducting clinical audit and research
Desirable
- Evidence of providing consultation to staff teams
- Evidence of providing training on Doctorate Clinical Psychology Courses
- Evidence of presenting research or audit findings
Person Specification
Training
Essential
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology
- HCPC registered
- 1 year minimum experience in clinical neuropsychology
- Minimum of 50 hours clinical supervision
Desirable
- Training in providing clinical supervision
- Evidence of providing clinical supervision
- Further training in clinical neuropsychology
Clinical Experience
Essential
- Evidence of working with people with brain injury or neurological conditions
Desirable
- Evidence of working with people with brain injury or neurological conditions in a community rehabilitation team
Providing training and conducting research
Essential
- Evidence of providing training to other staff and patients
- Evidence of conducting clinical audit and research
Desirable
- Evidence of providing consultation to staff teams
- Evidence of providing training on Doctorate Clinical Psychology Courses
- Evidence of presenting research or audit findings
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
Kent & Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust
Address
Gregory House, St Martin's Hospital
Littlebourne Road
Canterbury
CT1 1TD
Employer's website
https://www.kmpt.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
