Senior Psychologist & Locality Lead, Older Adults

Oxford Health; Aylesbury; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mental health service provider in Aylesbury is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychologist and Locality Lead to enhance care for older adults. This pivotal role focuses on clinical leadership for psychological therapists and ensures the delivery of evidence-based care for those with complex mental health needs. Candidates must demonstrate strong collaboration, strategic thinking, and a history of improving psychological services. The successful applicant will provide expert assessments and foster service innovation.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

NHS discounts at various retailers

Employee Assistance Programme

Staff accommodation (waiting lists apply)

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing clinical psychological therapists.
• Expertise in psychological assessments and interventions for complex cases.
• Strong history of improving psychological services.

Responsibilities

• Lead psychological therapy provision for older adults.
• Oversee governance of psychological practice.
• Drive service development and audit initiatives.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Psychological assessments

Collaboration

Strategic thinking

Service development

Education

Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology or Counselling Psychology

Job description

A leading mental health service provider in Aylesbury is seeking an experienced Consultant Psychologist and Locality Lead to enhance care for older adults. This pivotal role focuses on clinical leadership for psychological therapists and ensures the delivery of evidence-based care for those with complex mental health needs. Candidates must demonstrate strong collaboration, strategic thinking, and a history of improving psychological services. The successful applicant will provide expert assessments and foster service innovation.