Clinical Psychologist in Bradford inBradford PUBLISHED THU 10 APR 2025 Jump to job information section
Job description
We are seeking to recruit a practitioner psychologist to join our learning disability service for a 9 month fixed term post for 22.5 hours per week due to maternity leave in the service. We are happy to consider applications from trainees graduating this year. The successful candidate will work as part of the psychology team in the adult community learning disability service.
The service is a friendly and well established multi-disciplinary team. You will provide a psychological service to adults with learning disabilities both directly and indirectly with families and carers, working collaboratively with colleagues and other agencies to meet the needs of people with learning disabilities. There is a strong ethos of multi-disciplinary working and trauma informed care. You will be supported and encouraged to develop your areas of interest and will have access to CPD opportunities and support to develop professionally.
Closing date: 10th April 2025
Shortlisting date: 11th April 2025
Interview date: TBC
Provide evidence based psychological therapy, making autonomous clinical decisions about own professional practice.
Provide clinical supervision, consultation and advice on psychological
therapies and psychological elements of care.
Assist the Team Manager/Clinical Lead with operational duties and service development, including research and development activities
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen - We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
Benefits
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Henry Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address:
The service is a friendly and well established multi-disciplinary team. You will provide a psychological service to adults with learning disabilities both directly and indirectly with families and carers, working collaboratively with colleagues and other agencies to meet the needs of people with learning disabilities. There is a strong ethos of multi-disciplinary working and trauma informed care. You will be supported and encouraged to develop your areas of interest and will have access to CPD opportunities and support to develop professionally.
Closing date: 10th April 2025
Shortlisting date: 11th April 2025
Interview date: TBC
Provide evidence based psychological therapy, making autonomous clinical decisions about own professional practice.
Provide clinical supervision, consultation and advice on psychological
therapies and psychological elements of care.
Assist the Team Manager/Clinical Lead with operational duties and service development, including research and development activities
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: -
We Care - We act with respect and empathy, and always value difference
We Listen - We understand people’s views and respond to their individual needs
We Deliver - We develop and provide excellent services and support our partners
Benefits
We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including :
Increase mileage rates for > 3500
A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
Plus many more.
We are also proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability by delivering on the commitments within our Green Plan. All staff are actively encouraged and supported to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement across all service areas and activities.
The Trust reserves the right to close this position early if a significant number of applications are received.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Henry Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address:
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If you're interested in this role but you have questions or you're not yet ready to apply, then please book a quick call with us and we'd be happy to answer any questions you have and tell you more about the role.
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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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