Logo of Huzzle

Home

Matches

Explore

Manage

Assistant Psychologist

image

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT)

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry Level
  • Research & Development
    Healthcare
  • Peterborough

AI generated summary

  • You should have experience in Autism Diagnostic assessments, though not essential. Training provided. Expect to progress to a full-time 8a clinical psychology position.
  • You will support psychological care, conduct assessments, facilitate psychoeducation, engage in service evaluation, develop partnerships, contribute to autism pathways, and attend CPD activities.

Requirements

  • Previous experience in Autism Diagnostic assessments alongside knowledge of use of specialist interview and assessment tools is desirable but not essential.
  • You will receive all necessary training and support to enable you to fulfil the role effectively and to also maintain your own Psychological and emotional well-being.
  • As a Specialist Clinical Psychologist in the team, you will contribute to the clinical work of the Adult Autism diagnostic and post-diagnostic pathway.
  • In this preceptorship post the successful applicant would be supported to develop and is expected to progress into a full time 8a highly specialist clinical psychology position.
  • There will be specific responsibilities and duties within the team (see more detailed job description).
  • CLASS is a research-based service that has contributed significantly to the development of screening and assessment tools in adult autism over the last 25 years and continues to offer research and service development opportunities, including work with researchers and clinical academics in several universities.
  • Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust is a health and social care organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care with compassion to improve the health and wellbeing of the people we care for, as well as supporting and empowering them to lead a fulfilling life.
  • To achieve our goal, we look to recruit high-calibre candidates who share our vision and values.
  • As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all sectors of the community, particularly from under-represented groups including people with long term conditions and members of our ethnic minority and LGBTQ+ communities.
  • Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Responsibilities

  • supporting and enhancing the professional psychological care of clients within the service, across all sector of care, providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions (psychoeducation) under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist
  • carrying out service evaluation, training, service innovation and improvement
  • developing links with partner organisations
  • contributing to the clinical work of the Adult Autism diagnostic and post-diagnostic pathway
  • attending Trust CPD activities
  • developing and progressing into a full time 8a highly specialist clinical psychology position
  • fulfilling specific responsibilities and duties within the team

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Assistant Psychologist position?

A relevant degree in psychology is typically required, along with previous experience in psychological care, preferably in an autism context, although specific experience in Autism Diagnostic assessments is desirable but not essential.

Will I receive training in this role?

Yes, you will receive all necessary training and support to enable you to fulfill your role effectively and to maintain your own psychological and emotional well-being.

Is there a chance for career progression in this position?

Yes, this is a preceptorship post, and the successful applicant will be supported to progress into a full-time 8a highly specialist clinical psychology position.

What types of tasks will I be responsible for as an Assistant Psychologist?

Your role will include supporting and enhancing professional psychological care, providing psychological assessments and interventions (psychoeducation), and potentially engaging in service evaluation, training, service innovation, and improvement.

Are there opportunities for research involvement in this position?

Yes, CLASS is a research-based service, and there are opportunities for research and service development, including collaboration with researchers and clinical academics from several universities.

Who will I be supervised by in this role?

You will receive regular professional leadership support, clinical supervision, and line management from qualified clinical psychologists and senior team members within a friendly and innovative team.

Can I apply if I do not have experience with autism assessments?

Yes, while prior experience in Autism Diagnostic assessments is desirable, it is not essential, and the team will provide support and training.

What is the location of the Cambridgeshire Lifespan Adult Autism Service (CLASS)?

The CLASS is located within the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust.

Is this position full-time or part-time?

The position is a full-time role, as indicated in the job description.

How can I get in touch for further information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Kailash Ludhor, the Team Manager, at kailash.ludhor@cpft.nhs.uk or call 01223 219673.

image

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT)

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (CPFT) provides mental health, community, and social care services across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough. The Trust is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, supporting individuals and families through a wide range of health and well-being services. Their ultimate mission is to improve the lives of those they serve by offering compassionate care and promoting recovery and independence. CPFT is committed to innovation, partnership, and continuous improvement in healthcare delivery.