Job summary We require a motivated individual with prior experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist and knowledge in the area of Stroke or health psychology. The applicant will have good interpersonal skills and an ability to work well as part of a team. They will also have good computer skills and competence in using digital technology. Hours of work will be predominantly 09.00 - 17.00, Monday to Thursday Main duties of the job This is an exciting time to join our team within the Clinical Health Psychology department which provides input into a number of services. We are currently recruiting into the under Stroke Psychology team which provides specialist support to the Community and Ward Stroke Team. A power point presentation lasting 5-10 minutes should be prepared by those shortlisted for interview, further details to be given upon shortlisting. About us At North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust our main priority is, and always will be, to provide safe and high quality care to our patients every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. We want our organisation to be the best place to work with the right staff, in the right roles, at the right time, to ensure we deliver exceptional patient care and experience. We will support staff through providing an inclusive and supportive workplace with health and well-being initiatives, staff benefits and opportunities for personal and professional development. Staff recognition is very important to us; as well as performance reviews and appraisals, we recognise staff through Star and Team of the month, colleague recognition a note of thanks, Managers Awards, Shining Stars and Service Awards. We recruit for values and Together we are North Tees & Hartlepool Date posted 30 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year pro rata Contract Fixed term Duration 6 months Working pattern Full-time Reference number 345-MED6960930 Job locations University Hospital of Hartlepool Holdforth road Hartlepool / Stockton TS24 9AH Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will work as a member of the team contributing to the existing Stroke pathway within North Tees and Hartlepool under the supervision of qualified psychologists. You will liaise with colleagues in health, education, social care and the voluntary sector as directed and required. Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will work as a member of the team contributing to the existing Stroke pathway within North Tees and Hartlepool under the supervision of qualified psychologists. You will liaise with colleagues in health, education, social care and the voluntary sector as directed and required. Person Specification Qualifications Essential 2:1 or above in psychology Desirable Additional qualifications in psychology (MSc etc.) Experience Essential Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist Desirable Experience of working within a stroke service Experience Essential Experience of being supervised by a Psychologist Knowledge Essential Knowledge of stroke Knowledge of psychometrics Person Specification Qualifications Essential 2:1 or above in psychology Desirable Additional qualifications in psychology (MSc etc.) Experience Essential Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist Desirable Experience of working within a stroke service Experience Essential Experience of being supervised by a Psychologist Knowledge Essential Knowledge of stroke Knowledge of psychometrics 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). 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). Employer details Employer name North Tees & Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust Address University Hospital of Hartlepool Holdforth road Hartlepool / Stockton TS24 9AH Employer's website https://www.nth.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)