Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to participate in the ongoing development of the service for adults who are wishing for diagnosis and treatment for neurodevelopmental conditions- namely ADHD, Autism and Tourette's. We are looking for an experienced psychologist with a background in neurodevelopmental assessment to join our team. The service offers specialist assessment and interventions and promotes neurodiversity approaches in the wider service and across mental health pathways. There are also good opportunities for people wishing to work part-time or across a couple of different specialties in the Trust. Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was rated"Outstanding" by CQC in 2018 and is a great place to work. We are proud of the Psychology provision within the Trust, and feedback has consistently been that we have a well-developed Psychology network which offers a strong sense of professional identity, support and strategic influence. Psychology and psychological approaches are highly valued in the Trust, and Psychologists have the opportunity to shape clinical and organisational strategy as well as provide clinical services. We believe that supporting and involving our staff means that they enjoy their work more, and that our clinical services are better as a result.The successful applicant would receive professional support and be professionally and clinically accountable to and overall managed by the Consultant Clinical Psychologist Service Lead. Main duties of the job We are looking for suitably qualified clinicians - ideally with some specialist clinical experience in the field of ADHD and Autism, as well as some experience in working with complex clinical presentations in Adult Mental Health. Potential applicants should also be experienced in providing supervision. Equally important is the ability to develop innovative practice and play a lead role in the ongoing development of the service pathways. You would need to contribute to the vision for this service, work closely with partners across the team and the Trust. This will require you to exercise collaborative leadership skills within the Team and to promote the service externally. We are looking for an innovative and resilient clinician with evidenced training who can operate with confidence and credibility to play a key role in the service. Highly developed interpersonal skills and ability to influence and negotiate successfully are essential. You will contribute to developing and monitoring the clinical outcomes and impact of the service and will have a flexible approach to changing patterns of service delivery as needed. About us NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in both hospital settings and out in the community. Because we put the person at the centre of all we do, we focus on delivering care that is as easy to access as possible. This means many of our services can be provided at home, work or in schools.We also provide health services to various prisons and detention centres in Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire. NHFT promotes a culture of learning to improve the care and safety of our patients and staff, which focuses on people who enable our Trust to be 'outstanding' by supporting opportunity, innovation, development and growth. We're happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that you need to be successful. Date posted 06 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 270-TF863-MH Job locations St Marys Hospital Kettering NN16 7PW Job description Job responsibilities We want our workforce to represent the diversity of the people and communities we work with. Studies show that people from minoritized ethnic groups and women are less likely to apply if they dont meet every requirement. You could still be the right person for the job if youre excited about this role, we want to hear from you. For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under theAbout You Section of the document. Job description Job responsibilities We want our workforce to represent the diversity of the people and communities we work with. Studies show that people from minoritized ethnic groups and women are less likely to apply if they dont meet every requirement. You could still be the right person for the job if youre excited about this role, we want to hear from you. For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under theAbout You Section of the document. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Has suitable qualification in Psychology Desirable Has suitable qualification in Neurodevelopmental assessment Experience Essential Experience in Mental Health services Desirable Experience in Nuerodevelopmental services Person Specification Qualifications Essential Has suitable qualification in Psychology Desirable Has suitable qualification in Neurodevelopmental assessment Experience Essential Experience in Mental Health services Desirable Experience in Nuerodevelopmental services 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. 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. 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 Northamptonshire Healthcare Foundation Trust Address St Marys Hospital Kettering NN16 7PW Employer's website https://www.nhft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)