Principal Clinical Psychologist (Band 7/8a)

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  • Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire
  • £47,810-62,682 per year
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 6 days ago
Clinical Psychologist Band 7-8a Developmental PostWe have an exciting opportunity for a motivated, enthusiastic and skilled Clinical Psychologist passionate about working with Care Experienced Young People in the CAMHS Children in Care Team in North Lincolnshire (RDASH CAMHS).We welcome applications from newly qualified, or soon to be qualified, Clinical Psychologists looking to develop their skills, and from more experienced Clinical Psychologists looking to take the next step in their career.The successful candidate will have experience and knowledge of working with Care Experienced young people and of trauma informed models of care and intervention.Training in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy and/or Theraplay would be useful but we would also accept applications from individuals with experience of these approaches and those who would be willing and able to attend further training in these areasThe post holder will join an established multidisciplinary team. The service model in North Lincolnshire CIC CAMHS includes providing consultation to adults supporting children and young people, assessment, formulation and therapeutic interventions for children and young people and training to foster carers.We are excited to welcome the right candidates to our team. We would welcome a phone call or email if you wish to find out more about the post. Please contact Dr Sarah Watson, Principal Psychologist on 01724 408460 or sarah.watson1@nhs.netMain duties of the job
  • The successful candidate will provide specialist psychological assessment of children and young people with complex presentations and histories of trauma, loss and attachment disruption. You will be able to interpret and integrate information and data from a variety of sources.
  • As an autonomous clinician you will be expected to have excellent communication skills and be able to provide consultation to families, schools, social workers and other professionals in a young person's care network.
  • You will be responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of children who may be at risk.
  • You will undertake risk assessments and risk management plans for individual young people and provide specialist advice to other professionals on psychological aspects of risk assessment and risk management.
  • You will formulate plans for specialist psychological therapy and/or support of a young person's mental health conditions based upon an appropriate conceptual framework and evidence-based practice. You will skilfully negotiate the implementation of agreed plans with young people and/or their carers and others in the care network.
  • You will be expected to implement a range of specialist psychological therapies for individual young people, carers, families and groups, adjusting and refining psychological formulations as required.
About usRotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:https://workwithrdash.co.uk/We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:https://youtu.be/WMJSkLoTk4QThe main terms and conditions of service can be found here:https://ptracaccpublic.blob.core.windows.net/docs-employer/340/2515/Main_Terms_and_Conditions.pdfDetailsDate posted28 August 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary£47,810 to £62,682 a year per annum, pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible workingReference number376-NLCCG-0149-A1Job locationsSt Nicholas HouseShelford StreetScunthorpeDN15 6NUJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the roleWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesPlease view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the roleWe reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applicationsPerson SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or core professional qualification (i.e. Nursing, AHP, Social Work) with psychotherapy training to doctorate level.
  • Relevant professional registration as a Psychological Professional
  • Post-qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological therapies practice
  • Experienced in care co-ordination
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
  • Additional post-doctoral training in working with psychosis
  • Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
ExperienceEssential
  • Working as a psychological professional within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings.
Desirable
  • Project Management
  • Experience of working with people with psychotic conditions
Person SpecificationQualificationsEssential
  • Post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical / counselling / forensic psychology (or its equivalent prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS or core professional qualification (i.e. Nursing, AHP, Social Work) with psychotherapy training to doctorate level.
  • Relevant professional registration as a Psychological Professional
  • Post-qualification training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological therapies practice
  • Experienced in care co-ordination
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
  • Additional post-doctoral training in working with psychosis
  • Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
ExperienceEssential
  • Working as a psychological professional within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across the full range of care settings.
Desirable
  • Project Management
  • Experience of working with people with psychotic conditions

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