QR code linking to this job posting Principle Psychologist in Wetherby  inWetherby  PUBLISHED WED 29 JAN 2025

£58,025 to £63,300 a year up to £63,300 - FTE Depending on experience  PERMANENT   NO SPONSORSHIP 

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We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Wealstun. HMP Wealstun is a category C men's prison, located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire housing around 832 patients. This role would be suit an experienced Psychologist familiar with adult mental health presentations including neurodiversity and complex trauma. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service.

Hours

27 hours per week across 3.5 days. 9am-5pm, we can offer some flexibility with hours 

Salary

This position is a part time position working 27 hours per week offering up to £63,300 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

  • Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
  • Competency framework
  • Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
  • Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team
  •  Access to appropriate CPD

As a qualified, HCPC registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. You will

    • Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training
    • Undertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
    • Deliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1  psychological interventions and group intervention as part of the Trauma Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
    • Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
    • Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

    • Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
    • Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
    • 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks

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UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Principle Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Wealstun. HMP Wealstun is a category C men's prison, located near the village of Thorp Arch in West Yorkshire housing around 832 patients. This role would be suit an experienced Psychologist familiar with adult mental health presentations including neurodiversity and complex trauma. The applicant must be familiar with trauma informed practice and trained in at least one trauma specific intervention. The applicant will be part of the Integrated Mental Health Team and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service.

Hours

27 hours per week across 3.5 days. 9am-5pm, we can offer some flexibility with hours 

Salary

This position is a part time position working 27 hours per week offering up to £63,300 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

  • Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
  • Competency framework
  • Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
  • Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team
  •  Access to appropriate CPD