Band 8a: ata, per annum
HCPC MENTAL HEALTH NHS
Opportunity to work within a nationally recognized Major Trauma Centre, providing care to patients with serious and life-changing injuries.
Ability to shape and develop psychological care pathways within the Integrated Psychological Model of Care pilot, influencing future trauma care.
Join a multidisciplinary team where psychology is valued and integrated into patient care, fostering collaboration with medical professionals.
Engagement in critical psychological assessments and treatments that address both psychological and physical health challenges.
A role that enhances not only patient outcomes but also contributes to staff education and understanding through training and consultation.
Competitive salary range of £61,927 to £68,676 per annum, along with the benefits of being part of the NHS.
Work in a vibrant city like London, experiencing diverse cultures and professional growth within an integrated healthcare system.
Join our dynamic team at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust as a Clinical Psychologist in our Major Trauma Centre in London. This is a unique opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of patients facing serious injuries and their families, whilst collaborating with a respected multidisciplinary team. We value psychology and champion the integration of emotional support into our trauma care model, offering you the chance to shape new psychological pathways and enhance patient experiences.
In this rewarding role, you’ll support trauma patients in navigating their recovery journeys, both psychologically and physically, while working closely with fellow healthcare professionals to foster an environment of understanding and care. If you’re passionate about contributing to a positive transformation in patient care and embracing the challenge of working within a major trauma setting, we would love to hear from you. At St George's, we are committed to being Excellent, Kind, Responsible & Respectful – values we hope resonate with you as well. Join us in making a difference!
In this rewarding role, you’ll support trauma patients in navigating their recovery journeys, both psychologically and physically, while working closely with fellow healthcare professionals to foster an environment of understanding and care. If you’re passionate about contributing to a positive transformation in patient care and embracing the challenge of working within a major trauma setting, we would love to hear from you. At St George's, we are committed to being Excellent, Kind, Responsible & Respectful – values we hope resonate with you as well. Join us in making a difference!
Opportunity to work within a nationally recognized Major Trauma Centre, providing care to patients with serious and life-changing injuries.
Ability to shape and develop psychological care pathways within the Integrated Psychological Model of Care pilot, influencing future trauma care.
Join a multidisciplinary team where psychology is valued and integrated into patient care, fostering collaboration with medical professionals.
Engagement in critical psychological assessments and treatments that address both psychological and physical health challenges.
A role that enhances not only patient outcomes but also contributes to staff education and understanding through training and consultation.
Competitive salary range of £61,927 to £68,676 per annum, along with the benefits of being part of the NHS.
Work in a vibrant city like London, experiencing diverse cultures and professional growth within an integrated healthcare system.
Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our Major Trauma Centre at St George's Hospital. This role provides an opportunity to work with patients with serious and life changing injuries, their families and staff members working within the Major Trauma service.
The post holder will have the opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team where psychology is valued and well established. Alongside active clinical role, the post holder will have opportunities to shape and develop psychological care pathways within the Major Trauma Centre as part of the Integrated Psychological Model of Care pilot.
Main duties of the job
The Focus Will Be On The Implementation And Maintenance Of This New Integrated Model Within The Trust, Putting Patients At The Heart Of This Transformation, But Also Working In Collaboration With Similar Roles Across The London System To Establish Good Lines Of Communication And System Wide Governance.This New Role Will Support The Delivery Of The Expected Outcomes Of The Model:
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a thriving Foundation Trust at the heart of an integrated healthcare system. One that delivers improved patient care at a community, hospital and specialist setting, supported by a unique and nationally recognised programme of research, education and employee engagement.
We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the Trust, being Excellent, Kind, Responsible & Respectful, and behave in a way that reflects these.
Date posted
11 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£61,927 to £68,676 a year pro-rata, per annum including inner London HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-NN-7128APST-Y-MK
Job locations
St George's Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW170QT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
Essential
Essential
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
St George's
We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Psychologist to join our Major Trauma Centre at St George's Hospital. This role provides an opportunity to work with patients with serious and life changing injuries, their families and staff members working within the Major Trauma service.
The post holder will have the opportunity to join a multidisciplinary team where psychology is valued and well established. Alongside active clinical role, the post holder will have opportunities to shape and develop psychological care pathways within the Major Trauma Centre as part of the Integrated Psychological Model of Care pilot.
Main duties of the job
The Focus Will Be On The Implementation And Maintenance Of This New Integrated Model Within The Trust, Putting Patients At The Heart Of This Transformation, But Also Working In Collaboration With Similar Roles Across The London System To Establish Good Lines Of Communication And System Wide Governance.This New Role Will Support The Delivery Of The Expected Outcomes Of The Model:
- Improving care quality and outcomes for trauma patients, not limited to psychological outcomes but including patient and carer experience, return to work and education
- Improving clinical outcomes as patients are:
- supported with treatment adherence
- supported to engage in Trauma rehab
- supported to manage their mental health
- receiving interventions from psychological specialists with expertise in both psychological/mental health and Trauma rather than generalists.
- Consultation, liaison, and training of other staff across the pathway (Doctors, Nurses, Trauma Coordinators) to enhance psychological understanding and skills of other professionals seen by the patient.
- Providing London with a comprehensive psychological response service for major incident and terrorist events.
St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a thriving Foundation Trust at the heart of an integrated healthcare system. One that delivers improved patient care at a community, hospital and specialist setting, supported by a unique and nationally recognised programme of research, education and employee engagement.
We expect all our staff to share the values that are important to the Trust, being Excellent, Kind, Responsible & Respectful, and behave in a way that reflects these.
Date posted
11 March 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£61,927 to £68,676 a year pro-rata, per annum including inner London HCAS
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
200-NN-7128APST-Y-MK
Job locations
St George's Hospital
Blackshaw Road
London
SW170QT
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description for more details on the main responsibilities for this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings.
- Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems.
- Experience of psychological work with people with physical health problems.
- Experience in acute hospital inpatient settings
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
- Experience of the application of clinical health psychology in different cultural contexts.
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or equivalent),
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Formal training in supervision of trainee applied psychologists and related personnel
- Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.
- Membership of the British Psychological Society / Division of Clinical Psychology / Faculty of Clinical Health Psychology
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or equivalent),
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Formal training in supervision of trainee applied psychologists and related personnel
- Pre-qualification training and qualifications in research methodology, staff training and/or other fields of applied psychology.
- Membership of the British Psychological Society / Division of Clinical Psychology / Faculty of Clinical Health Psychology
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
St George's
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To work as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK, several key skills and qualifications are essential. Here’s an overview:
Educational Requirements
1. Undergraduate Degree: A degree in psychology that is accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) is required. This usually includes a Bachelor’s degree with the Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership (GBC) from the BPS.
2. Postgraduate Training: You must complete a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or an equivalent qualification that is also accredited by the BPS and approved by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
Key Skills
1. Clinical Assessment: Ability to conduct assessments using a range of psychological tests, interviews, and observational methods.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in various therapeutic modalities (e.g., Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, humanistic approaches) to effectively work with clients.
3. Research Skills: Capability to understand and conduct research, as clinical psychologists often engage in evidence-based practice and may be involved in research projects.
4. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex psychological concepts clearly and build rapport with clients.
5. Empathy and Emotional Intelligence: Ability to understand and relate to clients’ feelings and experiences, providing compassionate and supportive care.
6. Problem-Solving Skills: Competence in identifying problems, formulating hypotheses, and developing treatment plans tailored to individual clients.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration: Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary teams, collaborating with other healthcare professionals.
8. Cultural Competence: Understanding and respecting diverse backgrounds, ensuring that treatment approaches are sensitive to cultural differences.
9. Professionalism and Ethical Practice: Adherence to ethical guidelines and professional standards as set by the HCPC and BPS.
10. Continuous Learning: Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with new research, therapies, and best practices in the field.
Additional Experiences
- Work Experience: Gaining relevant experience in clinical or healthcare settings prior to training, such as assistant psychologist roles, mental health support worker positions, or voluntary work in related fields.
- Supervision Experience: Engaging in regular supervision during training and practice to reflect on work and improve skills.
Registration
- HCPC Registration: After completing the necessary training and qualifications, you must register with the Health and Care Professions Council to practice as a Clinical Psychologist in the UK.
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