Principal / Consultant Psychologist - Oncology

HCA Healthcare UK

The closing date is 30 April 2025

Job summary

Principal / Consultant Psychologist - Cancer Services

London: Multiple sites across London

Part time/ 18.75 hours per week - Two days

Permanent

Salary Range- Competitive dependent upon skills and experience.

Were looking for a Principal Psychologist with Oncology experience to join our team at HCA within Harley Street Clinic, currently rated Outstanding by the CQC.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will work as a member of the Psychology team across Cancer Services at The Harley Street Clinic, LOC and UCH with possible inpatient support provided to patients on Oncology wards at The Wellington Hospital and UCLH, to ensure patients are supported from diagnosis through to end of treatment. Clinical supervision from colleagues and the Lead Psychologist will be provided. Work will encompass inpatient and outpatient patient support linking in closely with the wider team of Therapists, Dietitians and volunteers based around The Harley Street Macmillan Patient Information Centre.

About us

Why HCA UK?

Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA has gone on to become one of the worlds leading healthcare providers. In the UK, were one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise both your mental and physical wellbeing.

We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. Thats why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Principal Psychologist youll be eligible for:

  • 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with option to buy or sell leave to suit you

  • Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals

  • Private pension contribution which increases with length of service

  • Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme

  • Group Life Assurance from day one

  • Critical illness cover

  • Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay

  • Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland

  • Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits to suit you

  • Discounts with over 800 major retailers

Date posted

03 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0052

Job locations

The Harley Street Clinic

35 Weymouth Street

London

W1G 8BJ


The London Oncology Clinic

95 Harley Street

London

W1G 6AF


Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work as a member of the Psychology team across Cancer Services at The Harley Street Clinic, LOC and UCH with possible inpatient support provided to patients on Oncology wards at The Wellington Hospital and UCLH, to ensure patients are supported from diagnosis through to end of treatment. Clinical supervision from colleagues and the Lead Psychologist will be provided. Work will encompass inpatient and outpatient patient support linking in closely with the wider team of Therapists, Dietitians and volunteers based around The Harley Street Macmillan Patient Information Centre.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The post holder will work as a member of the Psychology team across Cancer Services at The Harley Street Clinic, LOC and UCH with possible inpatient support provided to patients on Oncology wards at The Wellington Hospital and UCLH, to ensure patients are supported from diagnosis through to end of treatment. Clinical supervision from colleagues and the Lead Psychologist will be provided. Work will encompass inpatient and outpatient patient support linking in closely with the wider team of Therapists, Dietitians and volunteers based around The Harley Street Macmillan Patient Information Centre.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • What youll bring:
  • Registered Chartered Practitioner Psychologist
  • Psycho-Oncology experience or end-of-life / Bereavement Experience preferable
  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration
  • British Psychological Society (BPS) Membership
  • Insurance provider registration with AXA and BUPA desirable
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • What youll bring:
  • Registered Chartered Practitioner Psychologist
  • Psycho-Oncology experience or end-of-life / Bereavement Experience preferable
  • Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) Registration
  • British Psychological Society (BPS) Membership
  • Insurance provider registration with AXA and BUPA desirable

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

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).

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Harley Street Clinic

35 Weymouth Street

London

W1G 8BJ


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

HCA Healthcare UK

Address

The Harley Street Clinic

35 Weymouth Street

London

W1G 8BJ


Employer's website

https://www.hcahealthcare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

For questions about the job, contact:

Date posted

03 April 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

E0115-25-0052

Job locations

The Harley Street Clinic

35 Weymouth Street

London

W1G 8BJ


The London Oncology Clinic

95 Harley Street

London

W1G 6AF


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