Clinical Psychologist

Clinical Psychologist – Band 8a 

Are you ready to make a difference in community healthcare? Join Central London Community Healthcare (CLCH) and become a vital member of our Early Stroke Discharge Team and Heart Function Improvement Service. This is a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in clinical and neuropsychological assessment and treatment while contributing to service development. 

We welcome applications from Band 7 Clinical Psychologists looking for a developmental role with a preceptorship plan to Band 8a over 18-24 months, as well as experienced Band 8a practitioners ready to lead and innovate. 

Why Work at CLCH? 

We care about your wellbeing just as much as we care about our patients. Here’s what we offer: 

• Induction and Support: Comprehensive onboarding, followed by role-specific support and guidance. 

• Flexible Working: Options to support your work-life balance, including part-time, job share, and hybrid working arrangements. 

• Employee Perks: Single occupancy accommodation assistance, car lease scheme (T&Cs apply), annual travel card loans, and a commitment to ongoing training and development. 

• Inclusive Culture: Join a workplace that celebrates diversity, supported by our staff networks, including DAWN (Disability and Wellbeing Network), Race Equality Network, and the Rainbow Network for LGBTQ+ staff. 

Why Choose Us? 

CLCH is committed to providing exceptional care for people with acquired brain injuries from stroke and long-term conditions like heart failure. You’ll work with a diverse client base, delivering patient-centered rehabilitation in their homes, and play a key role in shaping the future of our community health services. 

What Makes This Role Special? 

• Holistic and Impactful Work: Engage in individual, family, and group therapy sessions, neuropsychological assessments, and multi-disciplinary team (MDT) collaborations. 

• Leadership and Service Development: Coordinate patient care, lead MDT meetings, and support the development of our neuropsychology services, while honing your leadership skills. 

• Commitment to Professional Growth: Benefit from regular supervision by an experienced Consultant Neuropsychologist, access to CPD opportunities, and involvement in cross-borough service innovations. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Comprehensive Assessments and Interventions: Conduct specialist psychological and neuropsychological assessments and offer evidence-based interventions tailored to patients’ needs. 

• Collaborative Care: Work closely with MDT members to provide holistic care and contribute to service planning and delivery, focusing on the rehabilitation of people with stroke and cardiac conditions. 

• Teaching and Supervision: Provide training and supervision to other professionals, enhancing the skill set of our teams and supporting a learning culture. 

Who We’re Looking For: 

We’re seeking a compassionate, innovative, and adaptable Clinical Psychologist with a passion for neuropsychology and community care. If you’re motivated to deliver outstanding patient outcomes and want to work in a flexible, supportive environment, this role is perfect for you. 

Essential Qualifications: 

• Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) recognized by the British Psychological Society. 

• HCPC registration or eligibility for registration. 

• Experience working across diverse client groups with varying psychological needs, in a range of settings. 

Essential Experience: 

• Delivering specialist psychological assessments and interventions, including for patients with long-term physical health conditions. 

• Working in a multi-disciplinary team and providing supervision or training to other staff members. 

• Conducting research or audits that influence clinical practice. 

At CLCH, we value and promote equality and diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. 

Ready to Take the Next Step? 

If you’re enthusiastic, forward-thinking, and ready to contribute to a service that places patients at the heart of everything we do, we’d love to hear from you!