1,055 Psychologist jobs in the United Kingdom

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and diagnoses for adults.
• Develop and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions and therapies.
• Formulate and implement individualized care and treatment plans.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary mental health team.
• Provide consultation and training to other professionals on psychological matters.
• Engage in risk assessment and management strategies.
• Contribute to service development, audit, and research initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
• Uphold the highest ethical standards in clinical practice.
• Support the well-being of service users and their families.

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (D.Clin.Psy) or equivalent.
• Professional registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent.
• Significant experience in assessing and treating adults with a range of mental health conditions.
• Proficiency in multiple therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic).
• Strong understanding of mental health legislation and policy.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.

• Conducting comprehensive remote psychological assessments and diagnoses.
• Providing individual and group therapy through secure video conferencing platforms.
• Developing and implementing evidence-based treatment plans tailored to client needs.
• Monitoring client progress and adjusting interventions as required.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential electronic client records.
• Collaborating with the wider clinical team on complex cases and service development.
• Adhering to professional ethical guidelines and regulatory standards for remote practice.

• Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent).
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent professional body.
• Post-qualification experience in delivering a range of therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT).
• Demonstrated experience working in a remote or telehealth capacity.
• Excellent digital literacy and familiarity with teletherapy platforms.
• Strong analytical, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively in a remote setting.

• Provide expert clinical leadership and supervision to a team of clinical psychologists and mental health professionals.
• Conduct complex psychological assessments, diagnoses, and formulations for individuals with a range of mental health conditions.
• Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions (e.g., CBT, DBT, psychodynamic therapy) to individuals, couples, and groups.
• Develop and implement new therapeutic programs and service models to meet evolving community needs.
• Ensure the highest standards of clinical governance, risk management, and service quality.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including psychiatrists, social workers, and community support workers, to provide integrated care.
• Contribute to service development, strategic planning, and performance monitoring.
• Undertake research and evaluation activities to inform practice and service improvement.
• Provide training and consultation to other professionals and organizations.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records in line with professional and legal requirements.

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy) or equivalent qualification.
• Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• A minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in clinical psychology, with substantial experience in adult mental health.
• Proven experience in leadership and supervision of clinical staff.
• Expertise in delivering a range of evidence-based psychological therapies.
• Strong understanding of mental health legislation, ethical guidelines, and best practices.
• Excellent assessment, formulation, and intervention skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and report-writing skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and maintaining up-to-date knowledge.

• Provide expert clinical leadership and strategic direction for all mental health services.
• Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations and management of the psychology and therapy teams.
• Conduct complex psychological assessments, diagnoses, and treatments for individuals and groups across the lifespan.
• Develop and implement evidence-based treatment programs and therapeutic interventions.
• Lead the development and implementation of new mental health initiatives and service models, aligning with national and local priorities.
• Provide clinical supervision and professional development support to psychologists, therapists, and other mental health professionals.
• Ensure adherence to ethical guidelines, professional standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including GPs, psychiatrists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals, to provide integrated care.
• Conduct service evaluations and research to inform service improvement and policy development.
• Represent the organization in relevant professional forums and stakeholder meetings.
• Manage budgets and resources allocated to mental health services effectively.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and patient-centered care.

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (D.Clin.Psy) or equivalent, with full registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) or equivalent professional body.
• Significant post-qualification experience as a Clinical Psychologist, with a substantial portion in a leadership or management role.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing mental health strategies and services.
• Expertise in a range of therapeutic modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic therapy).
• Proven experience in clinical supervision and staff training.
• Strong understanding of mental health policy, commissioning, and service delivery frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience in service evaluation and research methodologies.
• Must be eligible to work in the UK.

• Undertake specialist psychological assessments of children and adolescents with complex mental health needs.
• Provide high-quality psychological therapies (individual, group, family) based on evidence-based practice.
• Develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Conduct risk assessments and contribute to risk management plans.
• Offer consultation and support to other professionals involved in the care of young people.
• Provide clinical supervision to junior psychologists, trainees, and assistant psychologists.
• Contribute to service development, evaluation, and research activities.
• Deliver training and psychoeducational programs to staff, parents, and carers.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date clinical records in line with professional and organizational standards.
• Uphold ethical principles and professional conduct at all times.
• Advocate for the psychological needs of service users.

Our clinicians are fulfilled by the idea of affecting even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things.

This role is based at Avon Park School, 3-days-per-week.

The transformational effect of Avon Park School is consistently witnessed by parents, carers and professionals alike.  The school’s ability to connect and engage with pupils is a result of its strong ethos of “high expectations and aspirations for every child” – and recently achieved an Outstanding rating by Ofsted.

All school staff, including teaching, pastoral and therapy, work in a truly collaborative way to ensure each pupil not only develops academically but also emotionally and personally.  This ‘whole school’ commitment sees pupils with ADHD, ASD, Asperger’s or SEMH grow into capable and confident young people who want to succeed.

Our clinicians are a crucial part of the most joined-up model in SEND. Across all of our specialist schools and children’s homes, we provide unrivalled levels of clinical support, both in
terms of our expertise and breadth of provision. Our young people present with a complexity of need including developmental trauma, neuro-developmental conditions and special educational needs.

As part of a multi-disciplinary clinical team you will be supporting educational and residential colleagues to provide therapeutic living and learning environments and, based on clinical assessment and formulation, offer individualised interventions and engagement to our young people.

Our Psychologists work collaboratively within our schools and children’s homes, this ensures that therapeutic support permeates every aspect of the education, care and support we offer all of our children and young people. You will provide consultation, workshops, training and guidance to the educational and residential teams around our children.

We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get:

• Training : A full induction and on the job training

• Holiday : You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with full school holidays including bank holidays

• Clinical Development : If career growth and professional advancement is your thing, we provide a leading programme of clinical learning and development

• Flexible benefits : meaning you can
  increase/decrease benefits such as life insurance – check out our benefits here

• Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance

• Medical cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts

• Beautiful working environments with the very best facilities – check out our schools here

• A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time

Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. The kind of person we’re looking for will:

• Be a qualified Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist registered with the HCPC

• Be a specialist with proven skills and experience to assess, formulate and support the delivery of therapeutic interventions with children and young people with complex needs

• Have experience of supporting the team around a child or young person to provide clinically informed living and learning environments and experiences

• Be a confident, engaging and effective, model, guide, leader and trainer

• Be highly organised and ready to take the initiative

• Be committed to ensuring the best outcomes for young people

This is a great opportunity to change young lives and have a positive impact on their future. Embedded within our living and learning environments you will be offered the support, resource and platform for you to do great things. You’ll benefit from supervision, a clinical development programme and access to a 220+ strong team of multi-disciplinary clinical colleagues who will be with you every step of the way.

Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment
that allows you to be yourself.

The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.

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Special Education / Careers in Care / Careers in Special Education / Working with Children / SEMH / SEN / ASD