Principal Psychologist
Kneesworth HouseOn-site
AI Summary
Lead psychological care for patients in a rehabilitation hospital, including assessment, intervention, risk management and care planning, while supervising psychology staff and contributing to service development and governance.
About this role
Kneesworth House | Part-Time Opportunity
Hours: 22.5 per week across 3 days
Salary: Up to £36,895.20 per annum, depending on experience
HCPC registration: Essential
Hours: 22.5 per week across 3 days
Salary: Up to £36,895.20 per annum, depending on experience
HCPC registration: Essential
This is an on-site role, with working arrangements to be discussed at interview, subject to service needs. As a Principal Psychologist, you will play a pivotal role in patient recovery, leading psychological care and ensuring high standards of treatment. Your work will directly contribute to the well-being of individuals seeking support in a purpose-built facility.
Based in Royston, Hertfordshire, Priory Hospital Kneesworth House offers a purpose-built setting with spacious grounds and specialist Level 2 rehabilitation pathways, supporting individuals on their recovery journey.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Lead psychological care for designated wards and patients, including assessment, intervention, evaluation, risk management and care planning.
- Work autonomously within professional and service guidelines, maintaining high standards of clinical governance, record keeping and compliance.
- Supervise and support psychology staff, trainees and students, providing consultation, reflective practice, training and professional development.
- Work collaboratively with patients, carers, multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to support effective, person-centred care.
- Contribute to service development, audit, research and evidence-based practice, including oversight of referrals, waiting lists, KPIs and psychological practice governance.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential
Applicants must hold a completed and recognised postgraduate qualification leading to HCPC registration and must be currently registered with the HCPC as a Psychologist. Applicants must also have formal training in at least two therapeutic modalities and have demonstrated relevant post-qualification experience and competencies appropriate to a Principal Psychologist role. Newly qualified psychologists or those not yet HCPC registered would not be eligible for this position.
Applicants must hold a completed and recognised postgraduate qualification leading to HCPC registration and must be currently registered with the HCPC as a Psychologist. Applicants must also have formal training in at least two therapeutic modalities and have demonstrated relevant post-qualification experience and competencies appropriate to a Principal Psychologist role. Newly qualified psychologists or those not yet HCPC registered would not be eligible for this position.
Desirable
Experience of working in a forensic setting and/or with a forensic adult population who present with offending risk would be desirable.
Benefits
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
Skills
Audit And ResearchCare PlanningClinical GovernanceForensic PsychologyHCPC RegistrationKPI OversightMultidisciplinary Team CollaborationPsychological AssessmentRisk ManagementTherapeutic Modalities
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