Clinical Practitioner Psychologist inCaerphilly inCaerphilly PUBLISHED THU 14 NOV 2024

Band 7: £46,840 to £61,412 a year per annum pro rata FIXEDTERM
FAMILY NHS

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board rHiUNWko

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and families by providing timely psychological support.

Be part of a collaborative and friendly team that values the contributions of its members and fosters a supportive work environment.

Engagement in diverse clinical practice, working with a wide range of families and helping them reach their full potential.

Involvement in clinical leadership and supervision, which allows for professional growth and the ability to guide the practice of Family Support Practitioners.

Access to a rich culture of professional development with many longstanding colleagues, promoting shared learning and growth.

Opportunity to engage in audit and research projects, contributing to the evidence base of psychological services and the continuous improvement of practice.

Flexibility of a position that accommodates both Welsh and English speakers, promoting inclusivity in service delivery.

Aneurin Bevan University Health Board is seeking a Clinical/Practitioner Psychologist to join the Family Intervention Team in Caerphilly. This role focuses on providing psychological support to children aged 3-16 and their families, aiming to address emerging needs and prevent the escalation of difficulties. The successful candidate will lead clinical practices, supervise Family Support Practitioners, and engage in audit and research projects to enhance service effectiveness. Collaboration with a supportive team of experienced psychologists is emphasized, fostering professional development in a rich cultural environment. This position is available as either a developmental role (band 7-8A) or an 8A post based on experience, with a fixed-term contract until March 2026, pending future funding. Bilingual candidates in Welsh and English are encouraged to apply.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical / Practitioner Psychologist to join our friendly team. The Family Intervention Team is a partnership service delivered by Action for Children and the ABUHB. We work with children aged 3-16 and their families to help them access timely psychological help to meet emerging needs and to prevent the escalation of their difficulties. We are passionate about the talents and capabilities of children and the opportunities of childhood to build a secure foundation and healthy psychological functioning. We believe that children are often best helped in the context of their families and we work closely with many diverse kinds of families in fulfilling their potential.

The post holder would be joining a thriving psychological service which plays a key role in the Family Intervention Team through leading all clinical practice delivered to families. Alongside being a member of the Family Intervention Team, the post holder would also belong to the ABUHB Child Psychology and Therapies Service in which there is a range of excellent services for children, families and fellow professionals. Many of our qualified Practitioner Psychologists are longstanding within the wider service, and together we offer a supportive peer group and share a rich professional culture in which continued professional development is encouraged.

Fixed Term to 31st March 2026 to meet the needs of the service

Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply

The main duties of the post include providing direct psychological work with children and families, clinical leading and supervising the psychologically informed practice of the Family Support Practitioners at FIT. Also, leading on audit and research projects to gather evidence about the service and our impacts as well as how our service can continually improve. The role involves developing the co-production activities of our service and raising the voice of children and families.

The post is available as a bands 7 - 8A development post or as an 8A post dependent upon experience. The post is offered fixed term until March 2026 due to fixed term funding at present. We are hopeful that funding will be identified to allow the service and this post to continue in the longer term.

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For further information or to discuss the role, please contact Dr Jael Hill Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Family Intervention Team

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