Assistant Psychologist in Forensic Psychology | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 14 May 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £26,530 - £29,114 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2025 |
| Location: | Runwell, Essex, SS11 7FE |
| Company: | Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7202795/364-A-8968 |
Summary
Assistant Psychologist in Forensic Psychology - Fixed Term Contract - 1 year
Brockfield House is a forensic low and medium secure inpatient unit for males and females with severe and enduring mental health problems who have been detained under the Mental Health Act. Patients present with a range of comorbid problems, including psychosis, personality disorders and substance abuse. Patients often have a history of criminal offences, including convictions of violent and/or sexual offences.
We currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Psychologist to join Forensic Psychological Serviceson a Fixed Term Contract of oneyearat Brockfield House on a full-time basis. This post would be suitable for someone who wishes to gain further experience in the fields of clinical or forensic psychology. The post holder will be given regular supervision with a qualified psychologist, and will be supported to develop their understanding of the applications of psychology with a range of mental health needs.
Brockfield House has multidisciplinary teams of consultant psychiatrists, ward doctors, nursing staff, clinical, forensic and counselling psychologists, occupational therapists and social workers. The psychology team aims to address patients’ mental health needs and forensic risk through a combination of individual and group evidenced-based interventions.
Post holders will have the opportunity to observe psychological assessments and interventions being carried out by psychologists, to jointly facilitate treatment groups, and to independently carry out pieces of clinical work, such as psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments and appropriate clinical interventions under supervision. Training will be given in relevant areas in order to support the post holder both in this role and in their on-going career progression.
Candidates need to be an enthusiastic and committed graduate who wish to develop their clinical skills working in a progressive team providing a high quality psychology service for men and women with severe and enduring mental health problems.
****Please note this job will close early should a high volume of applications be received****
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
Please see full the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are available to download.
This advert closes on Wednesday 21 May 2025
Brockfield House is a forensic low and medium secure inpatient unit for males and females with severe and enduring mental health problems who have been detained under the Mental Health Act. Patients present with a range of comorbid problems, including psychosis, personality disorders and substance abuse. Patients often have a history of criminal offences, including convictions of violent and/or sexual offences.
We currently have a vacancy for an Assistant Psychologist to join Forensic Psychological Serviceson a Fixed Term Contract of oneyearat Brockfield House on a full-time basis. This post would be suitable for someone who wishes to gain further experience in the fields of clinical or forensic psychology. The post holder will be given regular supervision with a qualified psychologist, and will be supported to develop their understanding of the applications of psychology with a range of mental health needs.
Brockfield House has multidisciplinary teams of consultant psychiatrists, ward doctors, nursing staff, clinical, forensic and counselling psychologists, occupational therapists and social workers. The psychology team aims to address patients’ mental health needs and forensic risk through a combination of individual and group evidenced-based interventions.
Post holders will have the opportunity to observe psychological assessments and interventions being carried out by psychologists, to jointly facilitate treatment groups, and to independently carry out pieces of clinical work, such as psychometric and neuropsychological assessments, risk assessments and appropriate clinical interventions under supervision. Training will be given in relevant areas in order to support the post holder both in this role and in their on-going career progression.
Candidates need to be an enthusiastic and committed graduate who wish to develop their clinical skills working in a progressive team providing a high quality psychology service for men and women with severe and enduring mental health problems.
****Please note this job will close early should a high volume of applications be received****
EPUT are looking for motivated staff who share our Trust values of Open, Compassionate and Empowering. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including:
• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
Please see full the Job Description and Person Specification documents which are available to download.
This advert closes on Wednesday 21 May 2025