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Clinical Psychologist-Preceptorship Available B7-B8AinPapworth EverardinPapworth EverardPUBLISHED TUE 10 DEC 2024

Band 7: £46,148 to £60,504 a year per annum pro rata  PERMANENT 
CLINICAL PATHWAYMULTI-DISCIPLINARYNHSVEHICLE

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation TrustFollow Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust

Opportunity for professional growth with a preceptorship available at Band 7 for up to two years post-qualification.
Involvement in a friendly and collaborative multi-disciplinary team, providing a supportive working environment.
Chance to make a significant impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities and their families/carers.
Engagement in innovative practice and clinical pathway development, contributing to service improvement and evaluation.
Autonomy in professional practice while following established guidelines and policies, fostering independence.
Access to professional leadership support and opportunities for ongoing training in psychological interventions.
Variety in work settings, including community environments and occasional inpatient settings, enhancing diverse experience.
The Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a motivated Clinical Psychologist to join their multi-disciplinary community learning disability services team in Papworth Everard. This role offers a Band 8A position, with a preceptorship available at Band 7 for those within two years of qualification. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other psychologists, providing high-quality assessments and interventions for adults with learning disabilities and their families. The position also involves contributing to service development, evaluating clinical pathways, and leading training for staff.

The role requires the psychologist to operate autonomously, adhering to professional guidelines and the team's policies, while engaging with clients in various community settings. The work may involve significant travel across Cambridgeshire, necessitating a valid driving license and vehicle access. The psychologist will provide specialist assessments, NICE-compliant therapies, and consultation across the multidisciplinary team, while also participating in governance and research-related activities. No budgetary responsibilities are included in the role.
Opportunity for professional growth with a preceptorship available at Band 7 for up to two years post-qualification.
Involvement in a friendly and collaborative multi-disciplinary team, providing a supportive working environment.
Chance to make a significant impact on the lives of adults with learning disabilities and their families/carers.
Engagement in innovative practice and clinical pathway development, contributing to service improvement and evaluation.
Autonomy in professional practice while following established guidelines and policies, fostering independence.
Access to professional leadership support and opportunities for ongoing training in psychological interventions.
Variety in work settings, including community environments and occasional inpatient settings, enhancing diverse experience.

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Useful skills for a Clinical Psychologist-Preceptorship Available B7-B8A:
To work as a Clinical Psychologist in a preceptorship role (Band 7 to Band 8A) in the UK, you will need a combination of education, training, and specific skills. Here’s a breakdown of the key requirements and skills you should possess:
Educational Qualifications:
1. Doctorate in Clinical Psychology: You must have a doctoral degree in clinical psychology that is accredited by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
2. Registration with the HCPC: You need to be registered as a practitioner psychologist with the HCPC.
Relevant Experience:
1. Clinical Placement Experience: Prior experience during training in various clinical settings, including assessments, therapy, and working with diverse populations.
2. Supervised Practice: Preceptorships often indicate that you will be working under supervision for a period, so familiarity with receiving and incorporating feedback is important.
Essential Skills:
1. Assessment Skills: Ability to conduct psychological assessments using standardized tools and methods to understand patients’ issues, needs, and backgrounds.
2. Therapeutic Skills: Proficiency in delivering various evidence-based therapeutic interventions, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or other modalities relevant to your patient population.
3. Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and other professionals. You should be able to convey complex psychological concepts in an accessible manner.
4. Empathy and Active Listening: Ability to empathize with patients and actively listen to their concerns, fostering a supportive therapeutic relationship.
5. Analytical Skills: Proficient in evaluating clinical data, interpreting findings, and making informed decisions regarding patient care and therapy options.
6. Team Collaboration: Experience and skills in working as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborating with other healthcare professionals to provide holistic care.
7. Cultural Competence: Understanding and sensitivity to diverse cultural backgrounds and how they influence mental health and treatment approaches.
8. Organizational Skills: Strong time management and organizational skills to juggle multiple cases, documentation, and administrative responsibilities.
9. Continual Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, staying current with best practices in psychotherapy and psychological research.
Personal Qualities:
1. Professionalism: Demonstrate a high level of ethics and integrity in all professional interactions.
2. Resilience: Capacity to handle challenging situations, emotions, and stress inherent in clinical work.
3. Adaptability: Willingness and ability to adapt to varied clinical settings and patient needs.
Additional Considerations:
- Familiarity with relevant legislation and ethical guidelines related to mental health and psychological practices in the UK.
- Experience with specific populations or settings (e.g., child and adolescent mental health, adult mental health, neuropsychology) could be beneficial, depending on the specific role.
 


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