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Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

10d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid, Senior & Expert Level

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  • You must be a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist, over 40 miles from base, with leadership experience, assessment skills, and a commitment to supervision, equality, and service evaluation.
  • You will provide clinical leadership, conduct specialist assessments, oversee governance, offer supervision and training, and engage in research and service evaluation within the mental health hub.

Requirements

  • - Band 8a full time Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead position
  • - Must live more than 40 miles from the base/location of the post
  • - Relocation to within 15 miles of the new base
  • - Work closely with Clinical Co-ordinator, Team Manager, and Head of Clinical Services
  • - Offer clinical leadership and strategic oversight
  • - Highly specialist psychological assessment of children and young people
  • - Responsible for clinical governance activities
  • - Offer placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists
  • - Develop the workforce through clinical supervision and continuing professional development
  • - Engage in research, audit, and service evaluation activities
  • - Provide up to three weeks induction with Prepare to Care programme for new starters
  • - Promote equality and diversity in recruitment practices
  • - Welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing services

Responsibilities

  • - We have an exciting opportunity for a Band 8a full time Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead to join us in Cheshire Mental Health Hub, Children and Young People’s Mental Health Service (CYPMHS)
  • - The post holder will work closely with the Clinical Co-ordinator, Team Manager and Head of Clinical Services, and our speciality Clinical Directors to offer clinical leadership and strategic oversight to the Mental Health Hub
  • - They will have a role in liaising with other CYP organisations across Cheshire, to ensure effective inter-agency working and service development
  • - The Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead will offer highly specialist psychological assessment of children and young people presenting with complex mental health difficulties
  • - The post holder will be responsible for a range of clinical governance activities, to ensure safe, effective and high-quality service delivery
  • - They will develop the workforce through provision of clinical supervision, psychological consultation, and continuing professional development, to members of the team
  • - They will engage in a range of research, audit and service evaluation activities to promote best practice and ensure positive outcomes for those who access our service
  • - It is anticipated that the post holder will offer placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists to promote a culture of learning in the team, and embed psychological approaches.

FAQs

What is the relocation package offered for this position?

We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000 for individuals relocating more than 40 miles from the base location of the post.

What is the main role of the Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead in the Mental Health Hub?

The main role involves providing highly specialist psychological assessment, offering case discussion and debrief, and delivering psychological advice and guidance for complex cases.

What qualifications are required for the Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Lead position?

Candidates must have the relevant qualifications and experience in clinical psychology, ideally with a focus on children and young people’s mental health.

How does the role contribute to the team’s clinical governance?

The post holder will be responsible for a range of clinical governance activities to ensure safe, effective, and high-quality service delivery.

Will there be opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, the role includes provision of clinical supervision, psychological consultation, and ongoing professional development for team members.

What support is available for new starters?

We offer up to three weeks of induction through our Prepare to Care programme to help new starters grow and flourish with CWP.

Is previous experience in similar services necessary for this role?

While previous experience in similar services is advantageous, we welcome applications from enthusiastic candidates with a passion for improving mental health.

How can I arrange an informal visit or gather more information about the role?

You can contact Lesley Doyle, the Speciality Clinical Director for CYPMHS, via email at lesley.doyle4@nhs.net or by telephone at 01625 712042.

Are there opportunities to provide placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists?

Yes, the post holder is expected to offer placements for Trainee Clinical Psychologists to foster a culture of learning within the team.

What are the service populations that CWP aims to support?

CWP provides health and care services to local people, including support for mental health, learning disabilities, community physical health, and all-age disability care.

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Helping people to be the best they can be

Science & Healthcare
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Cheshire and Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of mental health, learning disability, and community health services across Cheshire and Wirral. Their mission is to deliver high-quality, compassionate care that enhances the well-being and quality of life for their patients. They are dedicated to offering accessible, effective, and patient-centered services to address both mental and physical health needs in the community.