Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Psychologist to join the Therapies team at the Woodleigh Community Hospital. We are an independent mental health community rehabilitation hospital with a mixed patient population. The successful candidate will support psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, working independently according to treatment plans agreed with the clinical psychologist and broader MDT within the framework of the teams policies and procedures. Woodleigh serves a dynamic and changing patient population with diverse and complex needs, including a current cohort of patients with severe Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), in addition to those with long-standing psychosis, comorbid physical health conditions, and often challenging presentations. The successful applicant must have an honours degree or conversion course (MSc) in psychology and experience with face to face working in mental health, ideally in a hospital or care setting. We are seeking an individual with an understanding of psychology applied to mental health care and an ability to apply your psychological knowledge to complex mental illness and its treatment. You must be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work individually as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, undertaking work with service users alongside support workers and nursing staff. Main duties of the job To undertake psychological interventions under the supervision of the qualified clinical psychologist To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological treatment and/or psychological treatment and management of the patients problems under the supervision of qualified staff To assist the consultant clinical psychologist during assessments of potential inpatients To contribute to the running, co-ordination and development of a programme of therapeutic groups and activities To facilitate the evaluation of individual and group therapeutic interventions Woodleigh Community Hospital is located in Croydon and much of the clinical workload will be within the hospital, however the post holder will also be expected to undertake outreach one to one outreach work in the community with patients. To engage with a complex and challenging patient group supporting them in daily therapeutic and rehabilitation activities To support a psychologically based framework of understanding for patients and staff across a broad range of diagnoses and interventions To gain wider understanding and experience of relevant psychiatric disorders and therapeutic interventions, research, through supervision, training, reflective practice and independent study driven by patient need and presentation About us You will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team comprised of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Specialist Occupational Therapist, and Occupational Therapist. They sit within the broader MDT comprising a Consultant Psychiatrist, Nurses, and Support Workers. Our mission is to make a positive difference to the lives of individuals with long-term and enduring severe mental health difficulties through providing evidence-based person-centred interventions within a framework of care, respect, inclusivity and dignity. Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £28,500 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number E0126-25-0001 Job locations Woodleigh Community Hospital 28 Elmwood Road Croydon London CR0 2SG Job description Job responsibilities Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Psychologist to join the Therapies team at the Woodleigh Community Hospital. We are an independent mental health community rehabilitation hospital with a mixed patient population. The successful candidate will support psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, working independently according to treatment plans agreed with the clinical psychologist and broader MDT within the framework of the teams policies and procedures. Woodleigh serves a dynamic and changing patient population with diverse and complex needs, including a current cohort of patients with severe Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), in addition to those with long-standing psychosis, comorbid physical health conditions, and often challenging presentations. You will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team comprised of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Specialist Occupational Therapist, and Occupational Therapist. They sit within the broader MDT comprising a Consultant Psychiatrist, Nurses, and Support Workers. Our mission is to make a positive difference to the lives of individuals with long-term and enduring severe mental health difficulties through providing evidence-based person-centred interventions within a framework of care, respect, inclusivity and dignity. The successful applicant must have an honours degree or conversion course (MSc) in psychology and experience with face to face working in mental health, ideally in a hospital or care setting. We are seeking an individual with an understanding of psychology applied to mental health care and an ability to apply your psychological knowledge to complex mental illness and its treatment. You must be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work individually as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, undertaking work with service users alongside support workers and nursing staff. Main Tasks and responsibilities Clinical - To undertake psychological interventions under the supervision of the qualified clinical psychologist - To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological treatment and/or psychological treatment and management of the patients problems under the supervision of qualified staff - To assist the consultant clinical psychologist during assessments of potential inpatients - To contribute to the running, co-ordination and development of a programme of therapeutic groups and activities - To facilitate the evaluation of individual and group therapeutic interventions - Woodleigh Community Hospital is located in Croydon and much of the clinical workload will be within the hospital, however the post holder will also be expected to undertake outreach one to one outreach work in the community with patients. - To engage with a complex and challenging patient group supporting them in daily therapeutic and rehabilitation activities - To work closely with other members of the MDT to deliver a consistent level of safe and effective care to patients - To support a psychologically based framework of understanding for patients and staff across a broad range of diagnoses and interventions - To attend and contribute to MDT meetings and reviews Teaching, Training and supervision - To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines and local policy - To gain wider understanding and experience of relevant psychiatric disorders and therapeutic interventions, research, through supervision, training, reflective practice and independent study driven by patient need and presentation - To develop professional skills and competencies which assist the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions and duties - To complete all necessary and mandatory online training - To contribute to the support of other staff in the MDT, their understanding and engagement with psychological treatment approaches, and facilitate a positive work environment - To complete PRICE / breakaway and restraint training - To attend and contribute to a weekly Reflective Practice group Research, audit, service evaluation and development - To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service a required - To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed appropriate - To collect and complete allocated audit and clinical governance tasks as required - To assimilate and analyse and report psychometric data including pre and post treatment measures to reflect good practice, evidence based practice and practice based evidences IT responsibilities - To be able to send and receive emails, attachments, word processing, basic spreadsheets and data collection - To use computers to write reports, contribute to care plans and record data - To keep accurate digital clinical records - To use research databases and tools for analysis at quantitative and qualitative levels - To demonstrate knowledge of and comply with GDPR General - Support and enhance psychological care and therapeutic interventions to inpatients with complex mental and physical health needs at Woodleigh Community Hospital - Assist in clinical administration where necessary i.e., conduct of audits, managing outcome data, spreadsheets - Create strong therapeutic relationships with patients to enhance the delivery of therapeutic treatment - Work closely and sensitively with the MDT in a busy and challenging environment with a variety of patient need and staff skills and knowledge - To undertake specific administrative duties as required - To perform other duties of aa similar kind appropriate to the grade which may be required from time to time by their psychology supervisor To be noted: - This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the post, in discussion with the manager - The job description will be reviewed regularly and in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder - The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant InMind and professional policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to equal opportunities, health and safety, and confidentiality of information. Job description Job responsibilities Job summary We are looking for an enthusiastic and highly motivated Assistant Psychologist to join the Therapies team at the Woodleigh Community Hospital. We are an independent mental health community rehabilitation hospital with a mixed patient population. The successful candidate will support psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, working independently according to treatment plans agreed with the clinical psychologist and broader MDT within the framework of the teams policies and procedures. Woodleigh serves a dynamic and changing patient population with diverse and complex needs, including a current cohort of patients with severe Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), in addition to those with long-standing psychosis, comorbid physical health conditions, and often challenging presentations. You will be part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team comprised of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Specialist Occupational Therapist, and Occupational Therapist. They sit within the broader MDT comprising a Consultant Psychiatrist, Nurses, and Support Workers. Our mission is to make a positive difference to the lives of individuals with long-term and enduring severe mental health difficulties through providing evidence-based person-centred interventions within a framework of care, respect, inclusivity and dignity. The successful applicant must have an honours degree or conversion course (MSc) in psychology and experience with face to face working in mental health, ideally in a hospital or care setting. We are seeking an individual with an understanding of psychology applied to mental health care and an ability to apply your psychological knowledge to complex mental illness and its treatment. You must be self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills and the ability to work individually as well as part of a multi-disciplinary team, undertaking work with service users alongside support workers and nursing staff. Main Tasks and responsibilities Clinical - To undertake psychological interventions under the supervision of the qualified clinical psychologist - To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological treatment and/or psychological treatment and management of the patients problems under the supervision of qualified staff - To assist the consultant clinical psychologist during assessments of potential inpatients - To contribute to the running, co-ordination and development of a programme of therapeutic groups and activities - To facilitate the evaluation of individual and group therapeutic interventions - Woodleigh Community Hospital is located in Croydon and much of the clinical workload will be within the hospital, however the post holder will also be expected to undertake outreach one to one outreach work in the community with patients. - To engage with a complex and challenging patient group supporting them in daily therapeutic and rehabilitation activities - To work closely with other members of the MDT to deliver a consistent level of safe and effective care to patients - To support a psychologically based framework of understanding for patients and staff across a broad range of diagnoses and interventions - To attend and contribute to MDT meetings and reviews Teaching, Training and supervision - To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines and local policy - To gain wider understanding and experience of relevant psychiatric disorders and therapeutic interventions, research, through supervision, training, reflective practice and independent study driven by patient need and presentation - To develop professional skills and competencies which assist the delivery of relevant therapeutic interventions and duties - To complete all necessary and mandatory online training - To contribute to the support of other staff in the MDT, their understanding and engagement with psychological treatment approaches, and facilitate a positive work environment - To complete PRICE / breakaway and restraint training - To attend and contribute to a weekly Reflective Practice group Research, audit, service evaluation and development - To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service a required - To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed appropriate - To collect and complete allocated audit and clinical governance tasks as required - To assimilate and analyse and report psychometric data including pre and post treatment measures to reflect good practice, evidence based practice and practice based evidences IT responsibilities - To be able to send and receive emails, attachments, word processing, basic spreadsheets and data collection - To use computers to write reports, contribute to care plans and record data - To keep accurate digital clinical records - To use research databases and tools for analysis at quantitative and qualitative levels - To demonstrate knowledge of and comply with GDPR General - Support and enhance psychological care and therapeutic interventions to inpatients with complex mental and physical health needs at Woodleigh Community Hospital - Assist in clinical administration where necessary i.e., conduct of audits, managing outcome data, spreadsheets - Create strong therapeutic relationships with patients to enhance the delivery of therapeutic treatment - Work closely and sensitively with the MDT in a busy and challenging environment with a variety of patient need and staff skills and knowledge - To undertake specific administrative duties as required - To perform other duties of aa similar kind appropriate to the grade which may be required from time to time by their psychology supervisor To be noted: - This is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities, and the post holder may be required to undertake other duties which fall within the grade of the post, in discussion with the manager - The job description will be reviewed regularly and in the light of changing service requirements and any such changes will be discussed with the post holder - The post holder is expected to comply with all relevant InMind and professional policies, procedures and guidelines, including those relating to equal opportunities, health and safety, and confidentiality of information. Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Competence in IT packages i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, and keyboard skills. Ability to provide culturally appropriate and non-stigmatising service including an awareness of the potential impact of discrimination and disadvantage on mental health. Ability to co-ordinate the recording and reporting of clinical information as required. Knowledge and understanding of psychological theory and ability to apply this to mental health problems. Understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with complex mental health problems Skills in the effective communication of clinically sensitive information to a wide variety of recipients in a range of settings within and outside the NHS. Strong organisation and time management skills, including an ability to prioritise workload and manage expectations around this. Skills in forming positive therapeutic relationships, managing and maintaining professional and therapeutic interpersonal boundaries, and seeking support through supervision to navigate these. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress. Ability to deliver outcomes within restricted budgetary, time, personnel and resource constraints of current mental health care systems. Ability to work flexibly, creatively, co-operatively, reliably, and consistently within a team setting. Ability to effectively manage emotionally charged situations. Ability to use clinical supervision effectively. Desirable Knowledge of the psychology of obsessive-compulsive disorder and evidence-based treatment, i.e. CBT and ERP. Knowledge of the psychology of Psychosis and evidence-based interventions. Skills in co-production of service development and delivery and patient-centred care. Skills in managing conflict and knowledge of de-escalation techniques. Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree or Masters conversion course in Psychology from a training programme conferring eligibility for Graduate Member status with the BPS. And Demonstrable working knowledge of NHS values, clinical structures in secondary mental health care, referral pathways, how services are funded and the roles of NHS professionals. Experience Essential Experience of working with people with mental health problems. This could include, for example, conducting psychological assessments and gathering outcome measures as part of a research project, working in a formal setting as a career, in a charitable organisation that supports people with mental health problems, or in a mental health hospital or care environment. Experience working as part of a team in a busy / challenging mental health or care environment. Desirable Experience of quality improvement in service delivery and development. Experience of work in a multi-cultural setting, including working on equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. Experience of co-production with service users. Experience working with service users off-site / in the community, and a demonstrable awareness of risks and responsibilities in this regard. Experience of working in an inpatient mental health / care sitting Person Specification Knowledge and skills Essential Competence in IT packages i.e., Microsoft Office Suite, and keyboard skills. Ability to provide culturally appropriate and non-stigmatising service including an awareness of the potential impact of discrimination and disadvantage on mental health. Ability to co-ordinate the recording and reporting of clinical information as required. Knowledge and understanding of psychological theory and ability to apply this to mental health problems. Understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with complex mental health problems Skills in the effective communication of clinically sensitive information to a wide variety of recipients in a range of settings within and outside the NHS. Strong organisation and time management skills, including an ability to prioritise workload and manage expectations around this. Skills in forming positive therapeutic relationships, managing and maintaining professional and therapeutic interpersonal boundaries, and seeking support through supervision to navigate these. Ability to contain and work with organisational stress. Ability to deliver outcomes within restricted budgetary, time, personnel and resource constraints of current mental health care systems. Ability to work flexibly, creatively, co-operatively, reliably, and consistently within a team setting. Ability to effectively manage emotionally charged situations. Ability to use clinical supervision effectively. Desirable Knowledge of the psychology of obsessive-compulsive disorder and evidence-based treatment, i.e. CBT and ERP. Knowledge of the psychology of Psychosis and evidence-based interventions. Skills in co-production of service development and delivery and patient-centred care. Skills in managing conflict and knowledge of de-escalation techniques. Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree or Masters conversion course in Psychology from a training programme conferring eligibility for Graduate Member status with the BPS. And Demonstrable working knowledge of NHS values, clinical structures in secondary mental health care, referral pathways, how services are funded and the roles of NHS professionals. Experience Essential Experience of working with people with mental health problems. This could include, for example, conducting psychological assessments and gathering outcome measures as part of a research project, working in a formal setting as a career, in a charitable organisation that supports people with mental health problems, or in a mental health hospital or care environment. Experience working as part of a team in a busy / challenging mental health or care environment. Desirable Experience of quality improvement in service delivery and development. Experience of work in a multi-cultural setting, including working on equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. Experience of co-production with service users. Experience working with service users off-site / in the community, and a demonstrable awareness of risks and responsibilities in this regard. Experience of working in an inpatient mental health / care sitting 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. Employer details Employer name InMind Address Woodleigh Community Hospital 28 Elmwood Road Croydon London CR0 2SG Employer's website https://www.inmind.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)