Job summary Fixed term post for an enthusiastic and experienced person to work as an Assistant Psychologist under the supervision of Consultant Clinical Child Psychologist, Lead for ASD / Lecturer (joint clinical and research role, BCUHB & Bangor University) for review after 12 months. This is for 2 days per week, with the possibility of a 3rd day, at least until 12.11.25. To use/assist in the preparation of psychology service within the speciality and in the development of diagnostic instruments, assessments, training and therapeutic intervention, including PACT and MIT, for children on the autistic spectrum and with social communication difficulties. To support client assessments, undertake support programmes, care or intervention under the guidance of the Clinical Psychologist. To be responsible to plan & prioritise workload & actions, following instructions and guidance from the Clinical Psychologist. To have sound knowledge and experience of research and evaluation; able to undertake data collection and analysis of clinical work, using appropriate IT and statistical programmes. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable. To have personal or work experience of playing with typically developing infants/toddlers as well as children with ASD. We'd be interested if a candidate would be willing to sing spontaneous interactive songs with playful floor-based activity and actions (like nursery rhymes) supporting each parent with their young child with ASD. Main duties of the job This post is Fixed term/Secondment for 12 months to meet the needs of the service. To assist in the provision of a psychological service to clients within the specialty under the direction of the supervising clinical psychologist. To assist in the development of diagnostic tools and methods aligned to the Autism Spectrum Disorder. To be responsible for the planning and prioritisation of own workload and activities following the direction and guidelines given by the supervising clinical psychologist. To undertake assessments of clients and implement programmes of support, care or intervention following guidance from the supervising clinical psychologist. To undertake research activities as required and directed by the supervising clinical psychologist. To work within guidelines given by the supervising clinical psychologist. The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. About us If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales. Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form. Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,928 to £29,551 a year per annum, pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Part-time Reference number 050-ACS178-0325 Job locations Child Development Centre Holyhead Road Bangor LL57 2EE Job description Job responsibilities 1. To carry out protocol based routine Clinical Psychological assessments with clients, as appropriate and agreed with referrers and clients, under the direction of the Psychologist 2. To carry out specific, protocol driven intervention procedures, under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist. 3. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological intervention and/or management of a clients concerns, under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist. 4. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care across all settings. 5. To assist in the provision of advice to other clinical team members in the delivery of Psychological services or other appropriate activities. 6. To plan and run relevant therapeutic programmes for patients within community settings. 7. To have sound knowledge and experience of research and evaluation; to be able to undertake data collection and analysis of clinical work as directed by the relevant Clinical Psychologist, using appropriate IT and statistical programmes. 8. To form positive working relationships with colleagues, referrers and partner agencies. To assist the qualified clinical psychologist in providing advice to professional colleagues on the psychological assessment and intervention of children within community settings. 9. To be a member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and attend meetings as appropriate, reporting back clinical findings and patient involvement. 10. To write clinical reports and keep clinical records on clients to agreed service standards. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Job description Job responsibilities 1. To carry out protocol based routine Clinical Psychological assessments with clients, as appropriate and agreed with referrers and clients, under the direction of the Psychologist 2. To carry out specific, protocol driven intervention procedures, under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist. 3. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological intervention and/or management of a clients concerns, under the supervision of the Clinical Psychologist. 4. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care across all settings. 5. To assist in the provision of advice to other clinical team members in the delivery of Psychological services or other appropriate activities. 6. To plan and run relevant therapeutic programmes for patients within community settings. 7. To have sound knowledge and experience of research and evaluation; to be able to undertake data collection and analysis of clinical work as directed by the relevant Clinical Psychologist, using appropriate IT and statistical programmes. 8. To form positive working relationships with colleagues, referrers and partner agencies. To assist the qualified clinical psychologist in providing advice to professional colleagues on the psychological assessment and intervention of children within community settings. 9. To be a member of the Multi-Disciplinary Team and attend meetings as appropriate, reporting back clinical findings and patient involvement. 10. To write clinical reports and keep clinical records on clients to agreed service standards. You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good Honours Degree in Psychology or its equivalent for those trained overseas. Eligibility for Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society Desirable Attendance at skills development courses or training Experience Essential Experience of working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and learning disability undertaking therapeutic work or developmental assessments. To have sound knowledge and experience of research and evalution, able to undertake data collection and analysis of clinical work, using appropriate IT and statistical programmes Desirable An understanding of Neurodevelopmental disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder Substantial experience of working therapeutically with a range of children, particularly school age, in more than one clinical or social care setting. Experience of group work. Skills Essential High level of communication skills, written and oral, including an ability to communicate and work in settings which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to convey and receive sensitive and potentially distressing information to patients, carers and colleagues. To be able to work with resistance to ideas Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary settings. Desirable Experience of teaching other health professionals Anayltical judgement and skills Essential To assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytical thinking to apply psychological perspectives in work with clients. An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to an Neurodevelopment context and an understanding of Psychology as applied to health care. Planning and Organisational skills Essential Ability to be flexible and cope with multiple demands. Capable of using initiative to plan and prioritize own workload. Ability to work independently and know when to ask for and use supervision, identifying when there is a need for advice and using supervision at agreed intervals. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Good Honours Degree in Psychology or its equivalent for those trained overseas. Eligibility for Graduate membership of the British Psychological Society Desirable Attendance at skills development courses or training Experience Essential Experience of working with children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and learning disability undertaking therapeutic work or developmental assessments. To have sound knowledge and experience of research and evalution, able to undertake data collection and analysis of clinical work, using appropriate IT and statistical programmes Desirable An understanding of Neurodevelopmental disorders / Autism Spectrum Disorder Substantial experience of working therapeutically with a range of children, particularly school age, in more than one clinical or social care setting. Experience of group work. Skills Essential High level of communication skills, written and oral, including an ability to communicate and work in settings which the atmosphere may be highly emotive. Ability to convey and receive sensitive and potentially distressing information to patients, carers and colleagues. To be able to work with resistance to ideas Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to work in multi-disciplinary settings. Desirable Experience of teaching other health professionals Anayltical judgement and skills Essential To assimilate complex information and use reflective/analytical thinking to apply psychological perspectives in work with clients. An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to an Neurodevelopment context and an understanding of Psychology as applied to health care. Planning and Organisational skills Essential Ability to be flexible and cope with multiple demands. Capable of using initiative to plan and prioritize own workload. Ability to work independently and know when to ask for and use supervision, identifying when there is a need for advice and using supervision at agreed intervals. 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). 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). Employer details Employer name Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board Address Child Development Centre Holyhead Road Bangor LL57 2EE Employer's website https://bcuhb.nhs.wales/train-work-live/ (Opens in a new tab)