Job summary An opportunity has arisen for a temporary (23 month) Band 5 Assistant Psychologist post working in the neuro-oncology team within the paediatric psychology service at Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals Trust. The post is available on a 0.8 WTE basis (30 hours per week). This post would be ideal for applicants considering a future clinical or research career. Previous post holders have gone on to train in Clinical Psychology and in Medicine. The Paediatric Health Psychology Service is a thriving department, which is committed to child and family centred care. There are opportunities for professional development through regular journal clubs and case discussion meetings. The Paediatric Health Psychology team is part of the wider Department of Psychology in Healthcare, enabling collaboration and support with adult psychology colleagues. There are also close links with the doctorate clinical psychology course at Newcastle and Teesside universities. Interview Date Tuesday 08 April 2025 30 Hours/Week You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. NO AGENCIES PLEASE Main duties of the job This post offers the opportunity for an experienced Assistant Psychologist to develop their skills further, gaining outpatient, inpatient, and research experience in a busy hospital setting. The paediatric neuro-oncology team is highly active in research. This post will support the lead psychologist in neuro-oncology with two main areas of research, and with clinical cases. The post holder will be responsible (under supervision) to engage in the following tasks, amongst others: Administration of neuropsychology assessments to children (WISC V, WPPSI IV, and similar) and report writing. Database entry of clinical and research data (Excel). Preparation and presentation of reports based on research data. Providing appropriate therapy to children and parents. Organisation and booking of a monthly clinic for children receiving medication. Support with recruitment and appointing of patients, siblings, and family members to online group sessions. Supporting the running of groups led by a Clinical Psychologist. The role requires good time management skills, the ability to form good relationships with children and adults, and the ability to balance competing clinical and research priorities (under supervision). Previous employment as an Assistant Psychologist is not essential, and the ability to meet the requirements of the post can be evidenced via many other roles. About us Our staff oversee over 6,500 patient contacts every day, delivering high standards of healthcare from the following sites: o Freeman Hospitalo Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI)o Health Innovation Neighbourhood (on the former Newcastle General Hospital and Centre for Ageing and Vitality site)o Newcastle Dental Hospitalo Newcastle Fertility Centreo Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbriao Northern Genetics Serviceo Cramlington Manor Walks These include a range of flagship services which deliver cutting-edge care (supported by state-of-the-art diagnostic services in both radiology and pathology) and are a catalyst for innovation to support pioneering clinical practice in the NHS. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites. Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under 'Documents to download' or 'Supporting documents'. For further information on The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust please visit: Careers | Newcastle Hospitals | NHS | Newcastle Hospitals and Newcastle Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 23 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 317-2025-07-040 Job locations Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Job description Job responsibilities To support and enhance the professional psychological care of patients. Providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist. To assist in clinical related administration, conduct of audits, data quality work, teaching and project work. This post involves working independently according to a work plan agreed with line manager and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Job description Job responsibilities To support and enhance the professional psychological care of patients. Providing psychological assessment and psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist. To assist in clinical related administration, conduct of audits, data quality work, teaching and project work. This post involves working independently according to a work plan agreed with line manager and within the overall framework of the teams policies and procedures. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. Person Specification TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Single honours degree (upper second class or higher) in psychology Desirable Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology EXPERIENCE Essential Paid or voluntary experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist or alongside a Clinical Psychologist Computer literate with experience of using Microsoft Office and statistical packages for data analysis Experience of conducting literature searches and reviews Desirable Experience of working with patient groups with psychological difficulties Experience of working with groups KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential Knowledge of developmental processes from childhood to old age Understanding the needs of individuals with psychological difficulties An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge and skills to a healthcare setting Understanding of issues relating to confidentiality High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive Desirable An understanding of the psychological needs of patients Presentation skills High level report writing PERSONAL Essential Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines Ability to show initiative when required and a willingness to share ideas with others An ability to work as part of a team and maintain good relationships with colleagues Ability to recognise limits of own expertise and to seek advice/support when necessary Ability to cope with and maintain professionalism in potentially upsetting circumstances around serious illness or impending death of a patient or bereavement issues OTHER Essential Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post Evidence of continued professional development Desirable A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology Person Specification TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS Essential Single honours degree (upper second class or higher) in psychology Desirable Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology EXPERIENCE Essential Paid or voluntary experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist or alongside a Clinical Psychologist Computer literate with experience of using Microsoft Office and statistical packages for data analysis Experience of conducting literature searches and reviews Desirable Experience of working with patient groups with psychological difficulties Experience of working with groups KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS Essential Knowledge of developmental processes from childhood to old age Understanding the needs of individuals with psychological difficulties An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge and skills to a healthcare setting Understanding of issues relating to confidentiality High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive Desirable An understanding of the psychological needs of patients Presentation skills High level report writing PERSONAL Essential Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals An ability to interact effectively with staff from all disciplines Ability to show initiative when required and a willingness to share ideas with others An ability to work as part of a team and maintain good relationships with colleagues Ability to recognise limits of own expertise and to seek advice/support when necessary Ability to cope with and maintain professionalism in potentially upsetting circumstances around serious illness or impending death of a patient or bereavement issues OTHER Essential Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post Evidence of continued professional development Desirable A desire to explore a career in Professional Psychology 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). 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 The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal Victoria Infirmary 317 02 Royal Victoria Infirmary NE1 4LP Employer's website https://careers.nuth.nhs.uk/why-us (Opens in a new tab)