Job summary Somerset NHS Foundation Trust's Colleague Support Service provides vital support to colleagues across the Somerset health and care system. We are dedicated to reducing distress through preventative and responsive psychological interventions, fostering a supportive and compassionate workplace for all. Main duties of the job We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Psychologist or Wellbeing Practitioner to join our Colleague Support Service. You will deliver brief, evidence-based psychological interventions to colleagues experiencing emotional distress and help facilitate a culture of psychological wellbeing. This role involves delivering care that is empathetic, trauma-informed, and respectful, while working as part of a multi-disciplinary team dedicated to staff wellbeing. What We Offer A supportive and inclusive working environment that values staff wellbeing. Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training. Flexible working arrangements. NHS benefits, including a generous pension scheme and annual leave entitlement. The chance to make a tangible difference to colleagues' lives and contribute to a healthier workplace culture. About us As an organisation, Somerset NHS Foundation Trust offers employees a wide range of benefits including flexible working, NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave allowance and a commitment to career development.You will be eligible for our Blue Light Card and a wide range of NHS exclusive shopping & leisure discounts.We are proud of our skilled, diverse workforce and as an inclusive employer we welcome applications from all backgrounds.Working in Somerset enables you to enjoy the idyllic countryside, areas of outstanding beauty and stunning coastlines whilst still only being a stone's throw away from bustling city centres like Bristol, Bath and Exeter and only two hours away from London.There are excellent educational facilities in the area and, when compared to other regions, house prices are reasonable.Somerset offers the countryside and the cosmopolitan there is truly something for everyone Date posted 09 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 184-OL-PU-1424 Job locations County Hall The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Job description Job responsibilities Conduct clinical assessments and deliver brief psychological interventions for issues such as stress, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and anger. Develop and implement therapeutic plans, ensuring care is evidence-based and tailored to individual needs. Provide consultations, supervision, and shadowing opportunities to Assistant Psychologists and Placement Students. Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and research projects to enhance the effectiveness of the Colleague Support Service. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including mental health services, housing, chaplaincy, and other professionals. Maintain accurate electronic records and adhere to Trust policies, including data protection and confidentiality. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information. Job description Job responsibilities Conduct clinical assessments and deliver brief psychological interventions for issues such as stress, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and anger. Develop and implement therapeutic plans, ensuring care is evidence-based and tailored to individual needs. Provide consultations, supervision, and shadowing opportunities to Assistant Psychologists and Placement Students. Contribute to service development, quality improvement, and research projects to enhance the effectiveness of the Colleague Support Service. Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including mental health services, housing, chaplaincy, and other professionals. Maintain accurate electronic records and adhere to Trust policies, including data protection and confidentiality. Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more information. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology OR core mental health profession with additional therapy qualifications and accreditation (BABCP/BACP) OR qualifications in 2 or more therapy models (BABAP/BACP accredited qualifications) with minimum 3 years NHS experience Experience Essential Experience of using psychiatric or psychological assessments Experience of psychological research and/or Quality Improvement methodology Experience of working with colleagues with emotional distress or mental health difficulties Desirable Application of quality improvement methodology Experience of recruiting to a research study Person Specification Qualifications Essential Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology OR core mental health profession with additional therapy qualifications and accreditation (BABCP/BACP) OR qualifications in 2 or more therapy models (BABAP/BACP accredited qualifications) with minimum 3 years NHS experience Experience Essential Experience of using psychiatric or psychological assessments Experience of psychological research and/or Quality Improvement methodology Experience of working with colleagues with emotional distress or mental health difficulties Desirable Application of quality improvement methodology Experience of recruiting to a research study Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Somerset NHS Foundation Trust Address County Hall The Crescent Taunton Somerset TA1 4DY Employer's website https://www.somersetft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)