Assistant PsychologistinBournemouthinBournemouthPUBLISHED TUE 1 APR 2025
Opportunity to work within a university hospital setting, benefiting from a partnership with Bournemouth University which can enhance professional development.
Involvement in a specialized team focused on the emotional wellbeing of young people with diabetes, providing meaningful and impactful work.
Flexible part-time hours (22.5 hours per week) allowing for a better work-life balance.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities as the Trust is undergoing a significant investment in its services and infrastructure.
Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with easy access to beaches and national parks, providing a pleasant living environment.
Engagement with diverse workforce networks and support groups promoting inclusivity and representation in the workplace.
Participation in quality improvement initiatives and training opportunities, facilitating personal growth and career advancement.
Exciting Opportunity for Aspiring Assistant Psychologists in Bournemouth!
Are you a passionate psychology graduate looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people? University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Assistant Psychologist to join our Young Persons Diabetes Team on a part-time basis, working 22.5 hours a week across Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals. In this rewarding role, you'll collaborate closely with our Clinical Psychologist to provide vital emotional support and wellbeing services for young adults aged 16-23 living with diabetes. This is your chance to help guide them through their challenges while gaining invaluable experience in a nurturing environment.
At UHD, we celebrate diversity and promote inclusivity, creating a workplace where everyone can thrive. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our active staff networks, including a Women's Network and other supportive groups. With breathtaking coastal scenery and the stunning New Forest right on your doorstep, Bournemouth offers the perfect blend of professional fulfilment and a balanced lifestyle. If you’re ready to take your first step into a fulfilling career in healthcare, apply now and become a vital member of #TeamUHD!
Opportunity to work within a university hospital setting, benefiting from a partnership with Bournemouth University which can enhance professional development.
Involvement in a specialized team focused on the emotional wellbeing of young people with diabetes, providing meaningful and impactful work.
Flexible part-time hours (22.5 hours per week) allowing for a better work-life balance.
Access to state-of-the-art facilities as the Trust is undergoing a significant investment in its services and infrastructure.
Situated in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with easy access to beaches and national parks, providing a pleasant living environment.
Engagement with diverse workforce networks and support groups promoting inclusivity and representation in the workplace.
Participation in quality improvement initiatives and training opportunities, facilitating personal growth and career advancement.
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
About
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust was formed on the 1st October 2020 when Royal Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospital NHS Foundation Trust merged with Poole Hospital.
Hospitals covered by the Trust include: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Dorset BH7 7DW
Poole Hospital, Longfleet Road, Poole BH15 2JB
Christchurch Hospital, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2JX
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Location
SiteUniversity Hospitals Dorset - All SitesTownBournemouthPostcodeBH7 7DWMajor / Minor RegionDorset
Contract type & working pattern
ContractFixed term: 12 months (.)HoursPart time - 22.5 sessions per week (3 day working week)
Salary
Salary£26,530 - £29,114 pa/pro rataSalary periodYearlyGrade(Band 4)
Specialty
Main areaDiabetes & Endocrine
As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with university hospital status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.
We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £250m estates programme is well on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches youll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, were also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.
We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.
We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.
At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.
As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.
Job Overview
We are looking for a psychology graduate to join the UHD Young Persons Diabetes Team in an exciting new Assistant Psychologist role.
This is a fixed term, 1 year post at 22.5 hrs per week, based across both Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals. You will work with the Clinical Psychologist in the Service to support the delivery of emotional wellbeing services to young people aged 16-23 years with a diagnosis of diabetes.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Advert
The post holder will contribute to the psychological screening, assessment, formulation and therapies provided to young people (16-23) within the diabetes service. They will work as part of the multi-disciplinary diabetes team on quality improvement initiatives as well as support the delivery of teaching and training to the team.
Working for our organisation
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Please Note
Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.
This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst this vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions.
Applicant requirements
info This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
Essential criteria
Desirable criteria
NameLindsey RouseJob titleClinical PsychologistEmail address [email protected]Telephone number
About
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust was formed on the 1st October 2020 when Royal Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospital NHS Foundation Trust merged with Poole Hospital.
Hospitals covered by the Trust include: Royal Bournemouth Hospital, Castle Lane East, Bournemouth, Dorset BH7 7DW
Poole Hospital, Longfleet Road, Poole BH15 2JB
Christchurch Hospital, Fairmile Road, Christchurch, Dorset BH23 2JX
Contact
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Key details
Location
SiteUniversity Hospitals Dorset - All SitesTownBournemouthPostcodeBH7 7DWMajor / Minor RegionDorset
Contract type & working pattern
ContractFixed term: 12 months (.)HoursPart time - 22.5 sessions per week (3 day working week)
Salary
Salary£26,530 - £29,114 pa/pro rataSalary periodYearlyGrade(Band 4)
Specialty
Main areaDiabetes & Endocrine
As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with university hospital status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.
We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £250m estates programme is well on the way to delivering state-of-the-art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.
In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches youll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, were also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.
We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.
We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.
At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.
As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.
Job Overview
We are looking for a psychology graduate to join the UHD Young Persons Diabetes Team in an exciting new Assistant Psychologist role.
This is a fixed term, 1 year post at 22.5 hrs per week, based across both Bournemouth and Poole Hospitals. You will work with the Clinical Psychologist in the Service to support the delivery of emotional wellbeing services to young people aged 16-23 years with a diagnosis of diabetes.
Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital
Interview Date: TBC
Advert
The post holder will contribute to the psychological screening, assessment, formulation and therapies provided to young people (16-23) within the diabetes service. They will work as part of the multi-disciplinary diabetes team on quality improvement initiatives as well as support the delivery of teaching and training to the team.
Working for our organisation
Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.
UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.
This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have about this at interview.
Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities
To understand the role in more detail please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are attached to this advert.
Please Note
Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.
This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst this vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.
Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions.
Applicant requirements
info This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- A BPS accredited degree in Psychology conferring graduate basis for registration (GBR)
- 2:1 Psychology degree, or higher
Essential criteria
- Experience of working as an assistant psychologist or other equivalent recognised work experience.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a physical health setting or with people with long term health conditions
- Knowledge about the impact of living with diabetes on emotional wellbeing
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NameLindsey RouseJob titleClinical PsychologistEmail address [email protected]Telephone number
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To work as an Assistant Psychologist in the UK, several skills and qualifications are generally expected. While specific requirements may vary by employer, here are some key skills and attributes that are typically valuable for this role:
1. Educational Background
- Relevant Degree: A degree in psychology or a closely related field, typically at least at the upper second-class level (2:1) is usually required.
- Knowledge of Psychological Principles: Understanding of psychological theories, research methods, and statistics.
2. Experience
- Work Experience: Previous experience in a psychological or clinical setting is often beneficial. This could include volunteering, internships, or paid roles that involve direct contact with clients.
- Research Experience: Experience in conducting or assisting with psychological research can be advantageous.
3. Communication Skills
- Verbal Communication: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients, colleagues, and other professionals.
- Written Communication: Strong writing skills for documenting assessments, reports, and research findings.
4. Interpersonal Skills
- Empathy and Rapport Building: Ability to empathize with clients and build strong therapeutic relationships.
- Active Listening: Skill in listening to clients’ concerns and responding appropriately.
5. Analytical Skills
- Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex information, assess clients' needs, and contribute to treatment plans.
- Problem-Solving: Aptitude for addressing challenges and developing effective solutions.
6. Organizational Skills
- Time Management: Ability to manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Record Keeping: Strong attention to detail in maintaining accurate and confidential records.
7. Teamwork and Collaboration
- Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals, including psychologists, therapists, and healthcare staff.
8. Sensitivity and Professionalism
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and professionalism.
- Awareness of ethical considerations in psychology.
9. Adaptability and Resilience
- Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances and manage stressful situations effectively.
10. Continued Professional Development
- A commitment to ongoing learning and development within the field of psychology, including engaging in relevant training and workshops.
Additional Considerations:
- Membership in Professional Bodies: While not always required, registration with organizations like the British Psychological Society (BPS) may enhance your qualifications.
- Specialized Skills: Depending on the specific area the role is focused on (e.g., clinical, educational, forensic psychology), additional specialized skills may be relevant.
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