Job summary We have exciting posts available for qualified and HCPC registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologists to join the Older People Care Unit, working in a Community Mental Health Team (CMHT). Posts are advertised at Band 8a; however, we welcome applicants who are approaching qualification, newly qualified, or if you are interested in a preceptorship arrangement. Psychologists are highly valued by within our CMHTs and the wider Care Unit. Whilst you would be based within a CMHT, we frequently come together as a wider psychology department for meetings, CPD discussions, regular away days, and time out sessions. The Care Unit promotes the importance of professional development and have recently been able to provide access to post-qualification specialist training. We would be committed to supporting, empowering, and developing you as an individual. You would also become part of a wider network of Psychologists across the Trust, facilitated by an Associate Director for Psychological Professions, with regular opportunities to connect. We have excellent relationships with local professional training courses and academic institutions, which also provides further research, supervision, and teaching opportunities. Our vacancy is currently within the Broxtowe Community Mental Health Team. We also have vacancies in other pathways within the wider psychology department and may therefore be able to consider increased hours across different teams, if desired. Main duties of the job The CMHTs provide community-based assessment and interventions for older people with a variety of mental health needs and people with a diagnosis of dementia. The CMHT has links with the Memory Assessment Service (MAS), Young Onset Dementia team (YOD), Dementia Outreach Service (DOS) and the Intensive Home Treatment Teams (IHTT). You would work as part of a wider multidisciplinary team, including other psychological professionals (i.e., CBT Therapists and Mental Health Wellbeing Practitioners). This varied role involves providing psychological therapy, specialised neuropsychological assessments, and supporting the team through formulation, consultation, training, and supervision. Psychologists are currently involved in several service development projects including reviewing psychological therapy pathways, severe mental illness, and complex emotional needs. You would be supported to actively engage in service development and organisational change, both supporting and participating in these developments. About us TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons. We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health. We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity. The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team. The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment Date posted 28 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year per annum (pro rata for part time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 186-239-25-MH Job locations Stapleford care centre, Sheila Gibson Unit Church street NG9 8GA Job description Job responsibilities The role requires a qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist who will have specialist skills for working with older people. You will work closely with service users, carers, and colleagues across the Older People Care Unit. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detail. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Job description Job responsibilities The role requires a qualified Clinical or Counselling Psychologist who will have specialist skills for working with older people. You will work closely with service users, carers, and colleagues across the Older People Care Unit. A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification for more detail. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Person Specification Values Essential All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Qualifications Essential Qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with eligibility for British Psychological Society Chartership Current HCPC registration Evidence of an ability to design and complete doctoral level research Desirable Postgraduate qualification in a specific therapeutic model or clinical area such as neuropsychology. Evidence of publication Training Desirable Further training in specialist area such as neuropsychology or therapeutic model Experience Essential Experience of working with older people. Evidence of working with a range of mental health needs including severe, complex and chronic psychological problems. Evidence of an ability to draw on a range of therapeutic models, neuropsychology and theoretical approaches to inform assessment and therapy Evidence of an ability to work with and liaise with other health professionals and agencies. Evidence of the ability to provide consultation to other professional and non-professional groups Ability to monitor and audit services Skills in providing clinical supervision. Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and behaviour which challenges Desirable Post qualification experience of working in services for older people Knowledge Essential Knowledge of relevant legislation Knowledge of professional standards and requirements for maintaining profession specific registration Skills Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills. Evidence of ability to modify communication for people with cognitive and/ or sensory impairment. Evidence of the ability to communicate and teach psychological concepts. Contractual Requirements Essential A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. Person Specification Values Essential All staff should be able to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion as identified within the Trust's Equality and Diversity Policy and associated Equality, Diversity and Human Rights legislation All colleagues are expected to demonstrate that they act in line with Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Values: Qualifications Essential Qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology with eligibility for British Psychological Society Chartership Current HCPC registration Evidence of an ability to design and complete doctoral level research Desirable Postgraduate qualification in a specific therapeutic model or clinical area such as neuropsychology. Evidence of publication Training Desirable Further training in specialist area such as neuropsychology or therapeutic model Experience Essential Experience of working with older people. Evidence of working with a range of mental health needs including severe, complex and chronic psychological problems. Evidence of an ability to draw on a range of therapeutic models, neuropsychology and theoretical approaches to inform assessment and therapy Evidence of an ability to work with and liaise with other health professionals and agencies. Evidence of the ability to provide consultation to other professional and non-professional groups Ability to monitor and audit services Skills in providing clinical supervision. Ability to identify, provide and promote appropriate means of support to carers and staff exposed to highly distressing situations and behaviour which challenges Desirable Post qualification experience of working in services for older people Knowledge Essential Knowledge of relevant legislation Knowledge of professional standards and requirements for maintaining profession specific registration Skills Essential Excellent written and oral communication skills. Evidence of ability to modify communication for people with cognitive and/ or sensory impairment. Evidence of the ability to communicate and teach psychological concepts. Contractual Requirements Essential A full UK driving licence and vehicle for business use is required for this post; however reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled individuals in line with the Equality Act 2010. 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 Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Stapleford care centre, Sheila Gibson Unit Church street NG9 8GA Employer's website https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)