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Clinical Psychologist (Preceptorship Band 7/8A)

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Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

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    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level

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  • You should have 1+ years post-qualification experience for Band 8a or be a newly-qualified clinician for Band 7. No prior Eating Disorders experience needed; training provided.
  • You will conduct individual and group therapy, participate in systemic family therapy sessions, consult, teach, and contribute to service development.

Requirements

  • - We are looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist to join our established adult Eating Disorders Team.
  • - The post is offered at Band 8a for those with 1+ years post-qualification experience.
  • - We also encourage 2024 newly-qualified clinicians to apply and can offer a Band 7 preceptorship moving up to 8a after demonstration of an appropriate level of skills and experience.
  • - No previous experience of Eating Disorders is necessary as you will be provided with extensive professional and clinical supervision frameworks and multiple opportunities to develop your specialist clinical skills.
  • - You will be encouraged and supported to undertake funded training.
  • - We are very keen to attract the right candidates and will consider both part-time and full-time applicants (and appropriate job shares) and locality working dependent on how this fits with the applicant’s needs and that of the service.
  • - Hybrid working is an option.
  • - CWP provides health and care services for local people, including mental health, learning disability, community physical health and all-age disability care – including the provision of three GP surgeries.
  • - Our aim is to help people to be the best they can be, adopting a compassionate, person-centred approach to everything we do.
  • - We were recently rated as Outstanding for Caring by the Care Quality Commission with a Good rating overall.
  • - CWP are committed to making our recruitment practices as inclusive as possible for everyone.
  • - We are committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.
  • - To support this, we offer up to three weeks induction, dependent on role, with our Prepare to Care programme for all new starters.
  • - We welcome applications from people who have direct experience of accessing our services.

Responsibilities

  • - Undertake direct individual work in addition to group work, consultation and contribute to teaching and service development.
  • - Take part in systemic family therapy sessions.

FAQs

What is the relocation package offered for this position?

We offer a relocation package of up to £8,000 for anyone joining the Trust in a Clinical role who needs to relocate to take up employment.

Is previous experience in Eating Disorders required for this role?

No, previous experience in Eating Disorders is not necessary as extensive professional and clinical supervision will be provided.

What are the potential career progression opportunities for newly-qualified clinicians?

Newly-qualified clinicians can initially apply for a Band 7 preceptorship and will have the opportunity to move up to Band 8a after demonstrating an appropriate level of skills and experience.

Are part-time positions available for this job?

Yes, we are considering both part-time and full-time applicants, as well as appropriate job shares.

What types of clinical work will the successful candidate be engaged in?

The successful candidate will undertake direct individual work, group work, consultation, contribute to teaching, and participate in service development.

How can I contact for further information or an informal visit?

You can contact Paula Hall, the team leader, at paula.hall5@nhs.net or call 01925248475 for further details or informal visits.

Does CWP promote diversity and inclusion in their recruitment practices?

Yes, CWP is committed to promoting equality and diversity and developing a culture that values differences.

What kind of training support is offered for new staff?

New staff will receive up to three weeks of induction through our Prepare to Care programme, which aims to equip them with the knowledge and guidance to grow and flourish with CWP.

Can neurodivergent individuals receive assistance during the application process?

Yes, neurodivergent individuals can contact cwp.recruitment@nhs.net or call 01244 393100 for help with completing their application form.

Cheshire & Wirral Partnership NHS Foundation Trust

Helping people to be the best they can be

Science & Healthcare
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2002
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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.