Job summary We are recruiting a Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist/ Neuropsychologist to join the post acute neurorehabilitation services (Level 1 and 2) at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, Orpington Hospital site. The post is part of a well established MDT and as the team neuropsychologist you will be providing neuropsychological assessment, intervention and neuro-rehabilitation. This is a full time, 8 a post that would suit someone hoping to complete the QiCN. Applicants should be registered as clinical psychologists with the Health and Care Professions Council and with some experience of working in clinical neuropsychology and/or physical health setting. Main duties of the job The post holder will also be expected to work effectively with the in-patient multidisciplinary team. This may involve psychological assessment and treatment (for example of challenging behaviour); participating in the ward round / MDM; performing mental capacity assessments and coordinating best interest meetings; organising and coordinating family meetings; offering consultation to the wider multi-disciplinary team. The post holder will ensure the systematic provision of a highly specialised clinical psychology service within neuropsychological rehabilitation. This will require the analysis of complex information to determine the planning and management of psychological assessment and therapy of patients with complex neurological disorders and requiring specialist management. The post holder will be expected to undertake service evaluation and audit of their clinical practice and contribute to the development of the service. About us King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c£1 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and around 14,000 staff based across 5 main sites in South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local hospital services across its different sites, and specialist services from King's College Hospital (KCH) sites at Denmark Hill in Camberwell and at the Princess Royal University Hospital (PRUH) site in Bromley. King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible. The trust-wide strategy Strong Roots, Global Reachis our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we can take Team King's to another level. Date posted 31 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £61,927 to £68,676 a year per annum including HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 213-CAX-6976959 Job locations King's College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specification attached for full details of main responsibilities. The post is within the Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Department of Clinical Neuropsychology. We have strong links with the Kings College London Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IOPPN) other local clinical neuropsychology services within Kings Health Partners. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the job description and person specification attached for full details of main responsibilities. The post is within the Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Department of Clinical Neuropsychology. We have strong links with the Kings College London Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology and Neuroscience (IOPPN) other local clinical neuropsychology services within Kings Health Partners. Person Specification Qulaifications Essential Doctoral level qualification in clinical psychology. HCPC registered clinical psychologist Desirable Further specialist training in clinical neuropsychology e.g. knowledge component of the QiCN Experience Essential Advanced level knowledge of at least two models of psychological therapy and knowledge of the theoretical and evidence base for them. Experience of post qualification psychological work with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature. Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical neuropsychological assessment. Person Specification Qulaifications Essential Doctoral level qualification in clinical psychology. HCPC registered clinical psychologist Desirable Further specialist training in clinical neuropsychology e.g. knowledge component of the QiCN Experience Essential Advanced level knowledge of at least two models of psychological therapy and knowledge of the theoretical and evidence base for them. Experience of post qualification psychological work with clients with a range of psychological needs of a complex nature. Advanced knowledge of psychological assessment and clinical neuropsychological assessment. 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 King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust Address King's College Hospital Denmark Hill London SE5 9RS Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)