Job summary
This is a fantastic opportunity for an able and enthusiastic Psychology graduate to work into an established Memory Service in North Manchester.
You will be working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist and will have close links with the Later Life Community Mental Health Team in North Manchester. You will be joining a well-established citywide psychology service which has an excellent clinical and academic reputation.
The older adult service already employs ten Clinical Psychologists across Manchester and Trafford. The service has close links with the Manchester, Lancaster and Liverpool Doctorate Training Programmes.
Main duties of the job
You will be working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist to administer a range of specialist neuropsychological assessments and write associated reports to support the diagnostic process. You will also assist with other aspects of the Clinical Psychology service as needed. This may include running groups, supporting referrals meetings, carrying out observations in care homes, delivering structured interventions, audits and literature searches.
The successful applicant will be able to show enthusiasm for working with older people with dementia and/or mental health difficulties and in the application of psychological approaches. They will be able to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of the needs of those in later life. An ability to demonstrate this in the application form supporting information will be considered as part of the shortlisting process. They will be able to work well with a range of disciplines, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a flexible approach to work. They will have a good degree in Psychology and will be interested in pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology.
About us
Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.
We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Salford, Bolton, the city of Manchester, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester.
Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.
Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.
Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification
Staff benefits
Band
Saturday (midnight to midnight) and any week day after 8pm and before 6am
All time on Sundays and Public Holidays (midnight to midnight)
1
Time plus 47%
Time plus 94%
2
Time plus 41%
Time plus 83%
3
Time plus 35%
Time plus 69%
4 9
Time plus 30%
Time plus 60%
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts
- fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Achieved 2:1 or above in undergraduate Psychology degree with GBR/BPS accreditation
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to psychology/mental health
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or other relevant health disabilities
- Experience of working independently and liaising with other healthcare workers
Desirable
- Experience of working with older people or within Psychology
- Experience of conducting neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of facilitating groups
Skills
Essential
- High level verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to others
- Ability to produce reports to a high standard
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm and interest in working with older people
- Ability to use supervision appropriately
- An aspiration to a career in professional psychology
Desirable
- Personal experience of mental health difficulties
Person Specification
Qualifications and Education
Essential
- Achieved 2:1 or above in undergraduate Psychology degree with GBR/BPS accreditation
Desirable
- Post graduate training relevant to psychology/mental health
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with people with mental health problems and/or other relevant health disabilities
- Experience of working independently and liaising with other healthcare workers
Desirable
- Experience of working with older people or within Psychology
- Experience of conducting neuropsychological assessments
- Experience of facilitating groups
Skills
Essential
- High level verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate sensitive information to others
- Ability to produce reports to a high standard
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
Other
Essential
- Enthusiasm and interest in working with older people
- Ability to use supervision appropriately
- An aspiration to a career in professional psychology
Desirable
- Personal experience of mental health difficulties
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).
