Clinical Psychologist

Antistatique; Bridport, Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a full-time Clinical Psychologist to join their team. The role involves delivering clinical services for a range of mental health issues while collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team. Candidates should be able to conduct complex assessments and provide both peer support and supervision. This position offers flexible working across locations and a supportive environment for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to deliver clinical work covering complex assessments.
• Qualified in relevant therapeutic practices.
• Experience in supervision and multi-disciplinary teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical work for patients with diverse mental health issues.
• Provide group work and supervision to colleagues.
• Participate in service development and professional growth.

Skills

Clinical assessments

Therapeutic techniques (CAT, EMDR, ACT, CBT)

Collaboration with MDT

Supervision of peers

Job description

Job Overview

This post offers great opportunities with our Team of Clinical Psychologists. We are supportive and skilled in working with adults with learning disabilities. As CPs in this specialty, we feel we have the best of all worlds, with a diverse range of MH issues, dementia, neuropsychology, challenging behaviour, capacity, bereavement, trauma, autism, etc. We use a range of inventive adaptations to meet communication and cognitive needs and are trained in therapies including CAT, EMDR, ACT, and CBT. We are involved in exciting clinical and research initiatives and are closely affiliated with the Doctoral Clinical Psychology programmes at Exeter and Southampton.

Working Environment

We work with a wider MDT, sharing skills and support, collaborating with colleagues from Health and Social Care. Our team provides excellent clinical supervision, support, and opportunities for professional development. We have a record of providing additional training and specialist areas of interest. We provide a comprehensive and supported Preceptorship Programme from Band 7 to Band 8a for this role, consolidating core skills learned during clinical training under experienced supervision.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clinical work covering a range of problems presented by patients, including complex assessments such as capacity and diagnostic assessments.
• Provide group work with colleagues within the CTLD and other services, when appropriate.
• Consult and supervise other professionals from within the Psychology Team and the wider MDT.
• Participate in service development and ongoing professional development.
• Support and supervise peers as part of the team.

Workload and Location

This is a full‑time post of 37.5 hours per week, primarily covering Bridport and Dorchester, with flexible input into other Community Learning Disability Teams in Dorset that suit the applicant and service needs. Job Share opportunities may also be considered.

Qualifications and Requirements

Please see the attached Band 7 and Band 8a specific Job Description and Person Specification to ensure you meet the requirements for this role.

Dorset HealthCare Overview

At Dorset HealthCare we run 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people. We are an inclusive workplace that celebrates diversity and believes in equal opportunities. We also offer employability services for individuals seeking support in application writing and interview skills.

Application Notes

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing applications, but over-reliance can remove individuality. If AI appears to have created your statement in its entirety and does not match your experience, application may be withdrawn. Candidates requiring skilled worker sponsorship are ineligible for this position.