QR code linking to this job posting Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist | Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust in Cambridge inCambridge PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025

Part‑time, pro‑rata post on senior NHS pay (£55,690–£62,682) — senior salary with flexibility for carers or parents needing reduced hours.
Based at the pioneering Chitra Sethia Autism Centre in Fulbourn — specialist, high‑profile service in Cambridge.
Friendly multi‑disciplinary team with strong admin support and regular clinical supervision — excellent for work–life balance.
Research‑active service with university links, CPD and opportunities for service innovation — great for career progression.
Varied, meaningful caseload, diagnostic assessments, post‑diagnostic psychoeducation and service development — direct impact for families.
County travel required to meet time deadlines — ideal if you have a car and prefer community outreach and flexible travel.
An opportunity for a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist with Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust based at the Chitra Sethia Autism Centre in Fulbourn, Cambridge. This permanent, part‑time post (salary band £55,690–£62,682 per annum pro rata) sits within a multidisciplinary team led by a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and including practitioner and assistant psychologists, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, nursing and psychiatry, with strong administrative and management support. The role focuses on adult autism diagnostic and post‑diagnostic work: clinical diagnostic assessments, psychological and neuropsychological testing, risk and mental health assessment, report writing, post‑diagnostic psychoeducation, screening and prioritisation of referrals, and liaison with statutory and third‑sector partners. You will sometimes assess people on wards or in their homes and will need to travel independently across the county to meet time‑sensitive commitments. There are also clear opportunities to be involved in service evaluation, training, innovation and research through the long‑standing CLASS programme and university partnerships. Closing date: 04 December 2025.

This post will suit experienced clinical or counselling psychologists who value a supportive, family‑friendly working environment and want a role compatible with caring responsibilities — part‑time hours and regular professional leadership, clinical supervision and Trust CPD are provided. The team emphasises development and inclusive practice, and the Trust welcomes applicants from under‑represented groups; please note sponsorship is not available for all roles. If you want a clinically varied role that combines assessment, direct work with people and families, and opportunities to shape services, click the "Apply Now" button beside this advert to submit your application. You can also find this vacancy on jobsincare.com for further information.
Part‑time, pro‑rata post on senior NHS pay (£55,690–£62,682) — senior salary with flexibility for carers or parents needing reduced hours.
Based at the pioneering Chitra Sethia Autism Centre in Fulbourn — specialist, high‑profile service in Cambridge.
Friendly multi‑disciplinary team with strong admin support and regular clinical supervision — excellent for work–life balance.
Research‑active service with university links, CPD and opportunities for service innovation — great for career progression.
Varied, meaningful caseload, diagnostic assessments, post‑diagnostic psychoeducation and service development — direct impact for families.
County travel required to meet time deadlines — ideal if you have a car and prefer community outreach and flexible travel.
 


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