QR code linking to this job posting Specialist Applied Psychologist (Research) in Durham DH1 5RD inDurham DH1 5RD PUBLISHED WED 24 SEP 2025

Part‑time Band 7 post with a competitive salary of £47,810–£54,710 pro‑rata.
Lead researcher role with clear pathway to an NIHR funding application — strong career progression.
Combine clinical work with research, manual development, trial support, teaching and supervision.
Work for Tees Esk & Wear Valleys NHS Trust — strong regional presence and community focus in Durham.
Fixed 12‑month contract with flexible hours — practical for carers and those balancing family life.
Supervise assistant psychologists and build leadership experience valuable for senior roles.
Lead the next phase of an important Low‑Intensity, trauma‑focused CBT study for children and young people at Tees, Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust in Durham (Lanchester Road Hospital, DH1 5RD). This fixed‑term, part‑time Band 7 post (salary £47,810–£54,710 pro‑rata) asks for a doctoral‑level applied psychologist with HCPC registration and research experience to provide clinical expertise, lead a multi‑stakeholder advisory group, co‑produce the Low‑Intensity TF‑CBT manual, develop teaching and supervision resources, support trial delivery, and carry out both qualitative and quantitative analysis. You will also mentor assistant psychologists and help prepare an NIHR funding application — a rare chance to combine patient‑facing practice, research leadership and tangible service development for children and families.

This role suits practical, caring professionals — particularly those balancing work with family and caring responsibilities — who want meaningful, flexible hours and the scope to influence practice across a large regional trust. Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust is known for close community links and collaborative teams, and this vacancy is advertised on jobsincare.com where you can find full details. To apply, please click the "Apply Now" button that will appear alongside this description on jobsincare.com.
Part‑time Band 7 post with a competitive salary of £47,810–£54,710 pro‑rata.
Lead researcher role with clear pathway to an NIHR funding application — strong career progression.
Combine clinical work with research, manual development, trial support, teaching and supervision.
Work for Tees Esk & Wear Valleys NHS Trust — strong regional presence and community focus in Durham.
Fixed 12‑month contract with flexible hours — practical for carers and those balancing family life.
Supervise assistant psychologists and build leadership experience valuable for senior roles.
 


in Durham DH1 5RD
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