Lead Psychologist – Older People’s Mental Health (NHS)

Transformationunitgm; Epsom; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading mental health trust in the UK is seeking a Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to lead and develop care for older adults. This prominent role requires a Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and extensive clinical experience. The successful candidate will provide leadership, conduct psychological assessments, and contribute to service development. The position is part-time, with a commitment of 22.5 hours per week, and offers a competitive salary of £66,653 - £77,094 per annum, pro rata.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Extensive post qualification clinical experience in a relevant clinical setting.
• Experience of leading in clinical practice, service development or project work.
• Driving license for community-based roles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and supervision across Older People’s Community Mental Health Teams.
• Deliver psychological assessments and interventions for older adults.
• Contribute to service developments and quality improvements.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Psychological assessment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Supervision skills

Education

Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology

Completion of clinical supervision course

Job description

A leading mental health trust in the UK is seeking a Principal Clinical/Counselling Psychologist to lead and develop care for older adults. This prominent role requires a Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology and extensive clinical experience. The successful candidate will provide leadership, conduct psychological assessments, and contribute to service development. The position is part-time, with a commitment of 22.5 hours per week, and offers a competitive salary of £66,653 - £77,094 per annum, pro rata.