Job summary An opportunity has arisen to recruit two 0.8wte Band 8b Principal Applied Psychologist within our new and developing Adult ADHD and Autism service. We are seeking dynamic, highly motivated Principal Applied Psychologists ideally with experience of working in a community setting. As registered professional, you will be committed to providing a high-quality service and will support in the development of our ADHD and Autism clinic. The service will cover the East and West of South Staffordshire offering remote and face to face appointments. One post will be based in the East and one on the West. You will have experience with Autism assessments and ideally ADHD, although appropriate training will be provided. You will be completing Autism and ADHD assessments for diagnosis. Main duties of the job Take on the role of Principal Applied Psychologist within the ADHD and Autism assessment team in South Staffordshire, delivering expert, person-centred clinical assessments to individuals requiring assessments for ADHD and/or Autism. Collaborate effectively as a core member of a multidisciplinary team, ensuring the highest standards in patient care delivery. To be part of the collective leadership within the service, playing an integral role in innovation, shaping service development, and fostering continuous improvement. About us By joining Team MPFT, you will be helping your communities and in return for this, we will support you by: Supporting your career development and progression. Excellent NHS Pension scheme Generous maternity, paternity, adoption leave Options for flexible working Up to 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 33 days) and the opportunity to purchase additional annual leave. Extensive Health and Wellbeing support and resources If you work in our community teams, we pay for your time travelling between patients. Lease car if you complete more than 500 business miles per annum, fully insured and maintained (including tyres), mileage paid at lease car rate Salary sacrifice car - fully insured and maintained (including tyres), your gross pay is reduced by the cost of the vehicle before tax, NI and pension deductions are calculated, mileage paid at business rates Salary sacrifice bikes up to £2k Free car parking at all trust sites Free flu vaccination every year Attractive relocation package Citizens Advice support linked with a Hardship Fund for one off additional support up to £250 (if the criteria is met) And more. We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation and there is a choice of staff networks that help you meet like-minded people. Please note, we may be required to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of applications Date posted 27 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8b Salary £62,215 to £72,293 a year Pa pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 301-JC-25-7094119 Job locations Foundation House, St Georges Hospital Stafford ST16 3SR Job description Job responsibilities Please check out the below videos showcasing why MPFT is a great place to work and to grow your career: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Job description Job responsibilities Please check out the below videos showcasing why MPFT is a great place to work and to grow your career: Why Work for Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Development and Progression Within Mental Health Services at MPFT - YouTube Person Specification Training Essential Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology (or its equivalent), as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology. and/or Post-doctoral training in one or more additional areas of specialised psychological practice. Post-qualification training in autism and ADHD assessment. Post qualification training for role of clinical supervisor to Doctorate trainees in applied psychology. Currently registered with HPC. Desirable Registration with BPS Additional post graduate level training in one or more therapeutic treatment approaches e.g. cognitive therapy, systemic/family therapy, EMDR Experience Essential Substantial experience of working as a qualified psychologist with people with severe and enduring mental health problems; including assessment and clinical interventions for a wide range of presenting problems. To include experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental health problems. Experiencing of assessing and diagnosing people with autistic spectrum conditions. Experience of working as a qualified psychological practitioner with people with a diagnosis of an autistic spectrum condition. Substantial experience of working within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency settings (including with the 3rd Sector). Desirable Experience of working in the NHS. Experience of working with patients diagnosed with ADHD. Skills & Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge of best practice in Autism diagnosis Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management and their application within community settings. High level skills in the assessment and management of risk. Person Specification Training Essential Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied psychology (or its equivalent), as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology. and/or Post-doctoral training in one or more additional areas of specialised psychological practice. Post-qualification training in autism and ADHD assessment. Post qualification training for role of clinical supervisor to Doctorate trainees in applied psychology. Currently registered with HPC. Desirable Registration with BPS Additional post graduate level training in one or more therapeutic treatment approaches e.g. cognitive therapy, systemic/family therapy, EMDR Experience Essential Substantial experience of working as a qualified psychologist with people with severe and enduring mental health problems; including assessment and clinical interventions for a wide range of presenting problems. To include experience of working with people with severe and enduring mental health problems. Experiencing of assessing and diagnosing people with autistic spectrum conditions. Experience of working as a qualified psychological practitioner with people with a diagnosis of an autistic spectrum condition. Substantial experience of working within multi-disciplinary and multi-agency settings (including with the 3rd Sector). Desirable Experience of working in the NHS. Experience of working with patients diagnosed with ADHD. Skills & Knowledge Essential Up to date knowledge of best practice in Autism diagnosis Skilled in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management and their application within community settings. High level skills in the assessment and management of risk. 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 Midlands Partnership NHS Foundation Trust Address Foundation House, St Georges Hospital Stafford ST16 3SR Employer's website https://www.mpft.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)