Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and energetic 8a Senior Practitioner Psychologist, (Clinical/Forensic/Counselling) to work with a working age adult inpatient ward ) at Langley Green Hospital. The post holder will offer assessment, formulation and treatment of adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, working closely with the MDT. We can offer you an enhanced support package for you to reach your potential and develop your skills in these areas. We also offer supervision and reflective groups alongside other opportunities for CPD and professional development. This is an exciting role that includes a broad range of leadership development opportunities such as leadership of service delivery. Opportunities to lead on the development of evidence-based interventions, including trauma informed care or the psychosis pathway. Your views and ideas would be valued in the development, delivery and leadership of this project. There will also be opportunity to access further training in these modalities. Within the Acute Psychology Service, we pride ourselves on our strong peer support network. You will be a valued member of a team consisting of qualified psychologists, CBT therapists, trainees and assistants working across three inpatient adult mental health services across West Sussex. The post holder will offer assessment, formulation and treatment of adults presenting with a range of mental health difficulties, working closely with the MDT. Main duties of the job This job will require direct face to face working with services. Applicants should have; Doctoral level training in clinical/counselling psychology and registration with the Health Care Professionals Council (HCPC). Experience of working in an evidence-based way with clients presenting with severe mental health difficulties, people in crisis and their families and carers. Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary context. About us Sussex Partnership provides mental health and learning disability care for all age groups across Sussex and for children and young people in Hampshire. Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust has teaching status and is developing into one of the country's leading teaching mental health trusts. Psychological Therapies are highly valued in SPFT and Psychological Therapists occupy a range of senior positions across the Trust. Close attention is paid to equality and diversity across the trust and especially within psychological therapies, with new leadership programmes available and mentoring opportunities for PPT staff from underrepresented groups. We encourage flexible working. We know that a positive work/life balance brings about huge health-related benefits, which has a positive impact on the care we provide. Please speak to us about flexible working, for example, home-working, part time hours, flexible start/finish times or anything else. Travel easily between coast and countryside, with a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns. With a blend of picturesque villages and seaside towns, there's always somewhere new to visit Schools and Nurseries Click here to view information on local schools. Click here to view information on local nurseries and playgroups. For information on schools visit: https://www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/ Date posted 17 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 354-AN-20736-A Job locations Langley Green Hospital Matyrs Avenue Crawley RH117EJ Job description Job responsibilities This post would suit someone with a strong interest in multidisciplinary working with service-users who present with complexity and significant levels of risk within acute inpatient services. There are also opportunities to be involved in staff training, staff wellbeing, service development, reflective practice and case formulation with teams. As a service, we recognise the importance of valuable supervision and CPD and you will be well supported by an experienced and supportive team with good access to CPD opportunities and specialist supervision (e.g. EMDR / High Risk Case Supervision). REQUIREMENTS See attached Job Description and Person Specification. We are happy to talk to prospective candidates about the service and about their ideas for the role. We would therefore strongly encourage you to make contact for an informal discussion. You can speak with me, Pallavi Bala, Principal Psychologist and Lead for Acute Psychology/Psychological Therapies, West Sussex on 07471217099, Pallavi.balaspft.nhs.uk. Or Jodie King, Clinical Lead Nurse: jodie.king10nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities This post would suit someone with a strong interest in multidisciplinary working with service-users who present with complexity and significant levels of risk within acute inpatient services. There are also opportunities to be involved in staff training, staff wellbeing, service development, reflective practice and case formulation with teams. As a service, we recognise the importance of valuable supervision and CPD and you will be well supported by an experienced and supportive team with good access to CPD opportunities and specialist supervision (e.g. EMDR / High Risk Case Supervision). REQUIREMENTS See attached Job Description and Person Specification. We are happy to talk to prospective candidates about the service and about their ideas for the role. We would therefore strongly encourage you to make contact for an informal discussion. You can speak with me, Pallavi Bala, Principal Psychologist and Lead for Acute Psychology/Psychological Therapies, West Sussex on 07471217099, Pallavi.balaspft.nhs.uk. Or Jodie King, Clinical Lead Nurse: jodie.king10nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology [or its equivalent for those trained before 1996 or outside the UK] as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology For forensic psychologists working in forensic settings: Masters degree (with the award of the British Psychological Society qualification in forensic psychology or equivalent). Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC). Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings. Demonstrate specialist experience gained postqualification of working as an applied psychologist with evidence of having received a substantial amount of clinical supervision (normally in the region of approximately 50 hours). Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology. Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse. Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision Experience of the application of applied psychology in different cultural contexts and experience of working within a multicultural framework Experience of representing psychology within the context of multi-disciplinary care. Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service. Knowledge of guidance and legislation in relation to the client group and mental health. Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc) High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies. High level of knowledge and skills in neuropsychology and evidence of further practice and/or training since qualification. Formal training in supervision of other psychologists. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology [or its equivalent for those trained before 1996 or outside the UK] as approved by the HCPC, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology For forensic psychologists working in forensic settings: Masters degree (with the award of the British Psychological Society qualification in forensic psychology or equivalent). Professionally registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health Professions Council (HCPC). Knowledge/Experience Essential Experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings. Demonstrate specialist experience gained postqualification of working as an applied psychologist with evidence of having received a substantial amount of clinical supervision (normally in the region of approximately 50 hours). Doctoral level knowledge of research methodology, research design and complex, multivariate data analysis as practiced within the clinical fields of psychology. Experience of working with a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course presenting problems that reflect the full range of clinical severity including maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuse. Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision Experience of the application of applied psychology in different cultural contexts and experience of working within a multicultural framework Experience of representing psychology within the context of multi-disciplinary care. Experience or demonstrable knowledge of working with the particular client group served by the team/service. Knowledge of guidance and legislation in relation to the client group and mental health. Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialist psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups (e.g. personality disorder, dual diagnoses, people with additional disabilities etc) High level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies. High level of knowledge and skills in neuropsychology and evidence of further practice and/or training since qualification. Formal training in supervision of other psychologists. Evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC. 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 Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Langley Green Hospital Matyrs Avenue Crawley RH117EJ Employer's website https://www.sussexpartnership.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)