Job summary This is an exciting time to join a newly established serve for infants who spend time in the neonatal intensive care unit and their families. Thepotholder will work with a dedicated and brilliant multi-disciplinary team to shape, develop, deliver and evaluate what works for this client group inthe context of exciting national investment in NICU services. The post is based across both Denmark Hill and Princess Royal University sites and there may be potential for a further 2 sessions (7.5 hours) in the near future. Main duties of the job These posts will contribute to the provision of high quality, psychologically-safe, trauma and neurodevelopmentally-informed service across the neonatal services at King's College Hospital. There is scope for innovate service development, individual and group work with families. You will be joining a receptive, flexible and committed multi-disciplinary staff group who value psychological and family approaches to support families whospend time on the NICU. 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 more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is 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 aim to take Team King's to another level. We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people. 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. Date posted 06 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £59,490 to £66,239 a year per annum pro rata including HCA Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 213-CAX-6879825 Job locations Princes Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Job description Job responsibilities To provide a highly specialist psychological service within the NICU service at Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, includingInterviewer information packspecialist screening, assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create apsychologically safe environment. To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a lead specialist inthe psychological aspects of the care and treatment of patients and their caring networks. To undertake service evaluation, audit, research and policy development and to support the development of outcome data sets forchildren and families To work as an autonomous professional within BPS / ACP and HCPC guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by principles,policies and procedures of the employing organisation (Kings College Hospital), and the NICU service, taking responsibility forinterpreting policies within defined parameters. To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved. To contribute to the work of the child psychological services across childrens psychological services. Job description Job responsibilities To provide a highly specialist psychological service within the NICU service at Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, includingInterviewer information packspecialist screening, assessment, treatment, planning, implementation and monitoring of outcomes. To contribute to enabling other staff, service users and carers from diverse backgrounds to flourish by working to create apsychologically safe environment. To provide clinical supervision and consultation as appropriate, functioning as a lead specialist inthe psychological aspects of the care and treatment of patients and their caring networks. To undertake service evaluation, audit, research and policy development and to support the development of outcome data sets forchildren and families To work as an autonomous professional within BPS / ACP and HCPC guidelines and codes of conduct, and guided by principles,policies and procedures of the employing organisation (Kings College Hospital), and the NICU service, taking responsibility forinterpreting policies within defined parameters. To agree outcomes/results with clinical/professional lead and to decide how they are best achieved. To contribute to the work of the child psychological services across childrens psychological services. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration. Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC. Completed training course in clinical supervision Desirable Additional training in a specialised area of psychological practice through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, or an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma Competence and/or specialist training in models of assessment and practice for infants and children with health conditions and their caring networks Experience of working systemically in an acute health context Skills/ Competencies Essential Evidence of having worked with people with medical conditions as a clinical specialist under supervision. Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams with colleagues from a range of disciplines. Experience of supervising assistant and trainee psychologists having completed the relevant training Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. Desirable Interest and/or experience in implementing service improvements Experience of delivering assessments and interventions in both face to face and virtual formats. Experience of supervision of junior psychologists Experience Essential Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions including for those living with complex medical conditions. Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities. Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. Desirable Good working knowledge of models of paediatric and health psychology Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles Person Specification Qualifications Essential Professional Doctorate in Clinical/Counselling Psychology that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration. Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC. Completed training course in clinical supervision Desirable Additional training in a specialised area of psychological practice through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, or an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma Competence and/or specialist training in models of assessment and practice for infants and children with health conditions and their caring networks Experience of working systemically in an acute health context Skills/ Competencies Essential Evidence of having worked with people with medical conditions as a clinical specialist under supervision. Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams with colleagues from a range of disciplines. Experience of supervising assistant and trainee psychologists having completed the relevant training Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities. Desirable Interest and/or experience in implementing service improvements Experience of delivering assessments and interventions in both face to face and virtual formats. Experience of supervision of junior psychologists Experience Essential Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions including for those living with complex medical conditions. Theoretical knowledge of psychopathology and the evidence base for the relevant treatment. Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health issues, child and adult protection, and equalities. Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. Desirable Good working knowledge of models of paediatric and health psychology Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles 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 Princes Royal University Hospital Farnborough Common Orpington BR6 8ND Employer's website https://www.kch.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)