Psychological AssistantinMaidstoneinMaidstonePUBLISHED WED 12 MAR 2025
Meaningful Contribution, As a Psychological Assistant, you will play a significant role in providing support to service users, particularly offenders, helping them access psychological services that can positively impact their lives.
Diverse Work Environment, You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team that includes clinical staff, probation staff, and various agencies, fostering collaboration and a rich learning experience.
Professional Development, KMPT offers exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to grow your skills and knowledge in the field of psychology and mental health.
Community Impact, Working with the OPD service means contributing to the mental health and rehabilitation of individuals within the criminal justice system, making a tangible difference in the community.
Supportive Team Culture, You will join a team that values kindness and compassion, offering camaraderie and support among passionate colleagues dedicated to excellent care.
Beautiful Location, Maidstone is situated in the Garden of England, providing a pleasant living environment with access to a range of recreational activities and scenic landscapes.
Positive Work Environment, KMPT is rated Good by the CQC, indicating a commitment to quality care and a supportive workplace culture for its employees.
Join an inspiring journey as a Psychological Assistant with the Kent and Medway NHS & Social Care Partnership Trust in beautiful Maidstone. This role is perfect for compassionate women looking to make a real difference in the lives of service users, working alongside dedicated professionals in a supportive environment. You will play an essential role, providing clinical, research, and administrative support to our multidisciplinary OPD Team, helping to deliver comprehensive psychological services to offenders in collaboration with community services and the Criminal Justice System.
At KMPT, we are more than just a healthcare provider; we are a vibrant community of over 3,800 staff members from diverse backgrounds, united by our mission to deliver exceptional care. We're proud to be rated 'Good' by the CQC and serve the mental health needs of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. If you’re passionate about kindness and collaboration, and ready to enhance your professional development in a fantastic work-life balance setting, we invite you to join us in the Garden of England. For informal inquiries, reach out to Tania Tancred, Consultant Forensic Psychologist, at tania.tancred@nhs.net or 07966 134936. Your rewarding career in care starts here!
At KMPT, we are more than just a healthcare provider; we are a vibrant community of over 3,800 staff members from diverse backgrounds, united by our mission to deliver exceptional care. We're proud to be rated 'Good' by the CQC and serve the mental health needs of 1.8 million people across Kent and Medway. If you’re passionate about kindness and collaboration, and ready to enhance your professional development in a fantastic work-life balance setting, we invite you to join us in the Garden of England. For informal inquiries, reach out to Tania Tancred, Consultant Forensic Psychologist, at tania.tancred@nhs.net or 07966 134936. Your rewarding career in care starts here!
Meaningful Contribution, As a Psychological Assistant, you will play a significant role in providing support to service users, particularly offenders, helping them access psychological services that can positively impact their lives.
Diverse Work Environment, You will work alongside a multidisciplinary team that includes clinical staff, probation staff, and various agencies, fostering collaboration and a rich learning experience.
Professional Development, KMPT offers exceptional professional development opportunities, allowing you to grow your skills and knowledge in the field of psychology and mental health.
Community Impact, Working with the OPD service means contributing to the mental health and rehabilitation of individuals within the criminal justice system, making a tangible difference in the community.
Supportive Team Culture, You will join a team that values kindness and compassion, offering camaraderie and support among passionate colleagues dedicated to excellent care.
Beautiful Location, Maidstone is situated in the Garden of England, providing a pleasant living environment with access to a range of recreational activities and scenic landscapes.
Positive Work Environment, KMPT is rated Good by the CQC, indicating a commitment to quality care and a supportive workplace culture for its employees.
As a Psychological Assistant, you will provide clinical, research and administrative support to the psychological therapies, allied healthcare and probation staff in the OPD Team under their direct guidance and supervision, in order to assist in providing and monitoring the service provision within the Service Line.
Bringing to bear clinical and data analysis skills, you will be developing a role already established within the team to work closely with service users, clinical staff/ probation staff, and the wider team in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive psychology service in the units and evaluation of the services. The post will involve working closely with other agencies, including Community services and the Criminal Justice System.
The main responsibility of the post-holder is to participate in the provision of Psychological Services to offenders within the OPD service based within Kent Probation (HMPPS).
Bringing to bear clinical and data analysis skills, you will be developing a role already established within the team to work closely with service users, clinical staff/ probation staff, and the wider team in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive psychology service in the units and evaluation of the services. The post will involve working closely with other agencies, including Community services and the Criminal Justice System.
The hardest part of the job is to co-ordinate a number of inter-related, and often time consuming, tasks within the time and resource demands of the service.
Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life.
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, as well as specialist services for adults in Sussex and Surrey. We are rated Good overall by the CQC.
Each year we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 people in the community.
We are proud to employ over 3,800 people from 66 nationalities, and to serve an increasingly diverse range of communities across rural and urban areas.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.
The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service.
Our strategy
Our mission is what we set out to do every day
We deliver brilliant care through brilliant people
Our vision is where we want to be in the future
To provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time.
Check out our recruitment videos Recruitment - YouTube
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tania Tancred Job title: Consultant Forensic Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
Bringing to bear clinical and data analysis skills, you will be developing a role already established within the team to work closely with service users, clinical staff/ probation staff, and the wider team in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive psychology service in the units and evaluation of the services. The post will involve working closely with other agencies, including Community services and the Criminal Justice System.
The main responsibility of the post-holder is to participate in the provision of Psychological Services to offenders within the OPD service based within Kent Probation (HMPPS).
Bringing to bear clinical and data analysis skills, you will be developing a role already established within the team to work closely with service users, clinical staff/ probation staff, and the wider team in supporting the delivery of a comprehensive psychology service in the units and evaluation of the services. The post will involve working closely with other agencies, including Community services and the Criminal Justice System.
The hardest part of the job is to co-ordinate a number of inter-related, and often time consuming, tasks within the time and resource demands of the service.
Come and work with us in the Garden of England where we combine exceptional professional development opportunities with a tremendous quality of life.
We are Kent and Medway NHS and Social Care Partnership Trust (KMPT), providing mental health, learning disability and specialist services, serving 1.8 million people in Kent and Medway, as well as specialist services for adults in Sussex and Surrey. We are rated Good overall by the CQC.
Each year we care for over 2,000 people in our hospitals and 54,000 people in the community.
We are proud to employ over 3,800 people from 66 nationalities, and to serve an increasingly diverse range of communities across rural and urban areas.
You will be joining friendly, passionate colleagues, rich in their diversity, who are committed to providing excellent care to our service users and their loved ones.
The nature of our work attracts kindness and compassion as standard and everyone from our cleaners and porters to the chief executive and chairman are recognised as playing a vital role in providing an exemplary service.
Our strategy
Our mission is what we set out to do every day
We deliver brilliant care through brilliant people
Our vision is where we want to be in the future
To provide outstanding care and to work in partnership to deliver this in the right place, for every service user, every time.
Check out our recruitment videos Recruitment - YouTube
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Tania Tancred Job title: Consultant Forensic Psychologist Email address: Telephone number:
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To work as a Psychological Assistant in the UK, you typically need a blend of academic qualifications and key skills. Here are the essential skills and qualifications you may need:
Academic Qualifications:
1. Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology or a closely related field (e.g., counseling, social work) is usually required. This should ideally be accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
2. Postgraduate Training: While not always required, a master's degree in psychology or a related area may enhance your employability.
Key Skills:
1. Understanding of Psychology: A solid grounding in psychological theories, principles, and research methods is crucial.
2. Research Skills: Ability to conduct literature reviews, design studies, and analyze data. Familiarity with statistical software can be beneficial.
3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients and writing reports.
4. Interpersonal Skills: Empathy, patience, and the ability to establish rapport with clients are vital for effective support.
5. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage time effectively, keep accurate records, and maintain confidentiality.
6. Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze information and make informed decisions based on evidence.
7. Teamwork: Many Psychological Assistants work as part of a multidisciplinary team, so collaborating with other professionals is important.
8. Flexibility and Adaptability: The ability to adapt to new information, changing circumstances, and diverse client needs.
9. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds and experiences of clients.
Additional Experience:
- Volunteering or Placement: Experience in mental health settings (e.g., hospitals, community services) can be valuable.
- Supervision or Mentoring: Having a supervisor or mentor in the field can provide guidance and enhance your professional development.
Professional Development:
- Continuous Learning: Engaging in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices and advancements in psychology.
Registration:
- Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC): If you have a BPS-accredited degree, you may apply for GBC, which is often a prerequisite for further training or roles in psychology.
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