Chief, Prison Psychological Services — Car & Bonus

Serco Group plc; City of London; On-site; GBP 74,000; Full time

Job summary

A public services organization in London seeks a Head of Psychological Services to lead the development and management of psychological services in a prison environment. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with professional standards, provide strategic leadership, and support forensic psychologists in training. Essential qualifications include being chartered with the BPS and experience in a similar role. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.

Benefits

Company car

Annual bonus

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Training and development opportunities

Employee discount schemes

Charity volunteering day

Qualifications

• Chartered with the BPS and registered as a practitioner psychologist.
• Significant experience in a prison environment is preferred.
• Experience managing or leading a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for Psychological Services.
• Lead complex risk assessments for high-risk prisoners.
• Conduct research and present findings to inform practice.

Skills

SC Clearance and enhanced vetting

Chartered with the BPS

Registered Practitioner Psychologist with the HCPC

Significant post-qualification experience

Previous experience managing people or leading a team

Job description

A public services organization in London seeks a Head of Psychological Services to lead the development and management of psychological services in a prison environment. The successful candidate will ensure compliance with professional standards, provide strategic leadership, and support forensic psychologists in training. Essential qualifications include being chartered with the BPS and experience in a similar role. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered.