Clinical Psychologist

Job title:

Clinical Psychologist

Company

NHS

Job description

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description for the role.Main duties of the jobThe Child Psychology team consists of 26 Clinical Psychologists and three Admin staff as well as Trainee and Assistant Psychologists. We are a friendly and supportive team with good arrangements for supervision and further learning. The team draws from a range of theoretical frameworks, including systemic, ACT, CFT, CBT and EMDR.Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting. We would welcome applications from newly qualified Clinical Psychologists who can demonstrate they have the essential skills and experience.For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the ‘Job Description and Main Responsibilities’ section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.About usAs one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to.All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.Specific to this role is the suitability for agile working which is a mixture of on-site and remote working. In addition, we are open to discussing flexibility in the hours that you work. Please talk to us at interview about the flexibility you need, and we will explore what’s possible for the role and service.Date posted28 February 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 8aSalary£53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum (PA) Pro rataContractPermanentWorking patternPart-time, Flexible working, Home or remote workingReference number188-CL330225Job locationsSouthampton General HospitalSouthamptonSO16 6YDJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Child Psychology team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. You will provide input into the Southampton Childrens Diabetes Service and the Paediatric Dermatology services at UHS. The Diabetes post is an exciting opportunity to provide psychological support to children with diabetes and their families, and work as part of a thriving MDT in which Psychology is greatly valued. There are many opportunities to develop therapeutic skills working with children and families, teaching and training within the diabetes MDT and take an active role quality improvement and research where this is of interest. The Dermatology post provides the opportunity to develop a new psychology service for this much needed population. The dermatology team offer a general dermatology service for all local patients with skin disease, and are also a regional centre for patients with more complex needs. Patients have conditions which create a visible difference (e.g., congenital malformations, alopecia, etc.) and can have a devastating effect on growth and development, quality of life, confidence and self-image.The Child Psychology team provides a supportive base from which we can give our best to the families we meet, as well as to our multidisciplinary colleagues. As a team we place a strong emphasis on self-care and on supporting one another. This means that there are clear job plans and people are encouraged to maintain a good work/life balance. The positive working atmosphere means we have a long track record of retaining staff within the team.We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience of working with children and families and who has enthusiasm for collaborative working. You will support the delivery of psychologically informed care to the Southampton Childrens Diabetes service and the Paediatric Dermatology service. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe Child Psychology team at the University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our friendly and enthusiastic team. You will provide input into the Southampton Childrens Diabetes Service and the Paediatric Dermatology services at UHS. The Diabetes post is an exciting opportunity to provide psychological support to children with diabetes and their families, and work as part of a thriving MDT in which Psychology is greatly valued. There are many opportunities to develop therapeutic skills working with children and families, teaching and training within the diabetes MDT and take an active role quality improvement and research where this is of interest. The Dermatology post provides the opportunity to develop a new psychology service for this much needed population. The dermatology team offer a general dermatology service for all local patients with skin disease, and are also a regional centre for patients with more complex needs. Patients have conditions which create a visible difference (e.g., congenital malformations, alopecia, etc.) and can have a devastating effect on growth and development, quality of life, confidence and self-image.The Child Psychology team provides a supportive base from which we can give our best to the families we meet, as well as to our multidisciplinary colleagues. As a team we place a strong emphasis on self-care and on supporting one another. This means that there are clear job plans and people are encouraged to maintain a good work/life balance. The positive working atmosphere means we have a long track record of retaining staff within the team.We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist with experience of working with children and families and who has enthusiasm for collaborative working. You will support the delivery of psychologically informed care to the Southampton Childrens Diabetes service and the Paediatric Dermatology service.Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Skills and competenciesEssential

• Communication
• Keyboard skills
• Microsoft Office skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Report writing
• Presentation Skills
• Organisational skills
• Problem solving
• Flexible

Qualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential

• Postgraduate doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the Health Professions Council
• Experience of assessing and working with children and young people with a whole range of emotional and behavioural difficulties and their families/carers, presenting with the full range of clinical severity across a range of settings including outpatient, community, educational and residential.
• Experience of working in an acute paediatric setting and/or experience of working with children and families experiencing issues related to loss, bereavement, long term medical needs, severe illness or injury.
• Experience of providing psychological management for children and young people who find it difficult to comply with medical procedures or regimens.
• Experience of carrying out neuropsychological assessments with children and young people.

Desirable

• Further post-doctoral training in the psychological assessment and treatment of children and young people with acute and chronic illnesses and life-limiting conditions, acquired through structured clinical supervision, self-study and attendance at relevant courses. Training in restraint, e.g. SCIP

Person SpecificationTrust ValuesEssential

• Patients first
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Skills and competenciesEssential

• Communication
• Keyboard skills
• Microsoft Office skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Report writing
• Presentation Skills
• Organisational skills
• Problem solving
• Flexible

Qualifications, knowledge and experienceEssential

• Postgraduate doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the Health Professions Council
• Experience of assessing and working with children and young people with a whole range of emotional and behavioural difficulties and their families/carers, presenting with the full range of clinical severity across a range of settings including outpatient, community, educational and residential.
• Experience of working in an acute paediatric setting and/or experience of working with children and families experiencing issues related to loss, bereavement, long term medical needs, severe illness or injury.
• Experience of providing psychological management for children and young people who find it difficult to comply with medical procedures or regimens.
• Experience of carrying out neuropsychological assessments with children and young people.

Desirable

• Further post-doctoral training in the psychological assessment and treatment of children and young people with acute and chronic illnesses and life-limiting conditions, acquired through structured clinical supervision, self-study and attendance at relevant courses. Training in restraint, e.g. SCIP

Expected salary

£53755 – 60504 per year

Location

Southampton

Job date

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 07:13:30 GMT

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