Clinical Psychologist

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

1mo ago

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Job
Full-time
Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
Research & Development
Healthcare
Norwich, +1

Requirements

We are looking to recruit a full-time enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join our supportive Paediatric psychology team to serve the needs of young people and their families with acute and long-term health conditions.
We are seeking a psychologist to work in the paediatric specialties of Oncology and Cystic Fibrosis.
Both of these services have well-established psychology services embedded within the MDT.
This post provides the opportunity to work alongside a Consultant Clinical Psychologist in Oncology and to work as the sole psychologist in the Cystic Fibrosis Team.
Although these are band 8A posts, they are also open to newly qualified psychologists at a band 7 as part of our 18-month preceptorship.
Newly qualified staff who are yet to be HCPC registered will be temporarily appointed at Band 6.
Experience in Paediatrics is desirable but not absolutely necessary, and a passion for working with children, young people and their families is essential.
Being a strong team player is essential, working well as an integrated part of different multidisciplinary teams, consisting of medical consultants, specialist nurses, dieticians and physiotherapists.
The post will require communication in a skilled and sensitive manner with both families and the wider MDT.
There are exciting opportunities to help to develop and shape these psychology services.
The post holder will have the opportunity to supervise colleagues, trainees, work with initiatives within the wider department and complete audit and research projects.
There are strong links with the Doctorate programme at the University of East Anglia.
There will be opportunities to have a Clinical Psychology trainee, if appropriate for your stage of qualification.
We welcome any interested applicants to contact us to find out more about these roles and ask applicants to specify on their application if there are particular specialties, or hours per week, that you are interested in working.
Interviews for this post will be held on 4th June 2025.
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas.
We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute.
We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students.
We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity.
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
Flexible working hours
Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
Multi Faith prayer room at NNUH Colney Lane site
Discounted gym memberships
Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH Colney Lane site
Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
On-site Nursery at NNUH Colney Lane
On-site cafes offering staff discounts at NNUH Colney Lane
Support in career development
Flexible staff bank
Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Louise Morgan Job title: Consultant Clinical Psychologist Email address: Louise.morgan@nnuh.nhs.uk Telephone number: 01603 287545
psychologypaedadmin@nnuh.nhs.uk
01603 286680

Responsibilities

The post will include work with children, young people and their families on psychological issues, such as the impact of the health condition and the challenges associated with managing this. This will include outpatient and inpatient assessment and therapy for families, as well as offering advice, consultation and training to the wider team. Being a strong team player is essential, working well as an integrated part of different multidisciplinary teams, consisting of medical consultants, specialist nurses, dieticians and physiotherapists. The post will require communication in a skilled and sensitive manner with both families and the wider MDT. There are exciting opportunities to help to develop and shape these psychology services. The post holder will have the opportunity to supervise colleagues, trainees, work with initiatives within the wider department and complete audit and research projects. There are strong links with the Doctorate programme at the University of East Anglia. There will be opportunities to have a Clinical Psychology trainee, if appropriate for your stage of qualification.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Clinical Psychologist.

What kind of team will I be joining?

You will be joining a supportive Paediatric psychology team that focuses on the needs of young people and their families with acute and long-term health conditions.

Is this position full-time only?

No, the position can be either full-time or part-time at 0.5 WTE or more.

What paediatric specialties will I be working in?

You will work in the specialties of Oncology and Cystic Fibrosis.

Are there opportunities for newly qualified psychologists?

Yes, the posts are open to newly qualified psychologists at a band 7 as part of an 18-month preceptorship, and those yet to be HCPC registered will be temporarily appointed at Band 6.

Is experience in Paediatrics required for this position?

Experience in Paediatrics is desirable but not absolutely necessary. A passion for working with children, young people, and their families is essential.

What type of work will the role involve?

The role involves outpatient and inpatient assessment and therapy for families, as well as providing advice, consultation, and training to the wider multidisciplinary team.

What skills are essential for this role?

Strong team player skills and the ability to communicate in a skilled and sensitive manner with both families and the wider multidisciplinary team are essential.

Will there be opportunities for supervision and training?

Yes, the post holder will have the opportunity to supervise colleagues and trainees, and engage in professional development initiatives.

When is the interview date for this position?

The interview date is scheduled for 4th June 2025.

What benefits does the NNUH offer its staff?

The NNUH offers a full range of NHS benefits and discounts, including flexible working hours, excellent pension schemes, discounted gym memberships, and more.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Louise Morgan, the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, at louise.morgan@nnuh.nhs.uk or by phone at 01603 287545.

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Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers comprehensive healthcare services across Norfolk and Norwich. Their mission is to deliver exceptional, patient-focused care and to advance health through innovation and research. They aim to provide high-quality medical treatment, support community health, and continually improve their services to meet the needs of patients and their families.