Warning
This job advert has expired and applications have closed.
Band 5 Apprentice Clinical Associate Psychologist- Bristol
| Posting date: | 16 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £29,970.00 to £36,483.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £29970.00 - £36483.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 June 2025 |
| Location: | Kingswood, Bristol, BS15 4DA |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Apprenticeship |
| Job reference: | C9342-25-0570 |
Summary
To undertake a structured programme of learning including personal study, academic work, placement learning and assessment leading to the award of an MSc in Clinical Associate Psychology and employment as Clinical Associate Psychologist (Band 6). To undertake specialised psychological assessments, treatments and other types of clinical intervention appropriate to this level of training with individual & groups of service users. The trainee will receive supervision within the job role to ensure that they meet the required levels of competence to complete the MSc course and the end point assessment. To become able to work independently, initially under supervision, on a day-to-day basis. This work will be supervised and reviewed regularly with supervision usually being offered by a qualified Clinical Psychologist. Trainee Clinical Associate Psychologists are required to abide by the BPS Code of Conduct and meet induction standards, and NHS employers are required to abide by the Code of Practice for employers. MSc Trainees are required to fulfil both academic and clinical requirements, including the end point assessment in order to progress in training to qualify. Qualification will ordinarily be within 18 months of commencement of the course. Should it become clear that qualification is unlikely in a reasonable timeframe employment may be ended on notice following application of the Trusts probationary period. The Trusts Probationary Policy (available on request) will apply for the duration of employment as an apprentice. Job responsibilities Clinical 1. To undertake structured interviews, psychological assessments and observations of individuals and groups.2. To assist in the development of psychological formulations of complex clinical problems and the development and delivery of care plans, which include psychological treatment and/or management of the service user problems including risk assessments.3. To determine appropriate psychological intervention, taking into account a range of potentially conflicting clinical information and dynamics under the supervision of a clinical psychologist.4. To carry out psychological and psychometric tests, to develop interview and observation skills and to assess service user/patient needs.5. To design, implement, modify an appropriate, bespoke psychological interventions with service users and groups under the supervision of a clinical psychologist.6. To communicate confidential and personal information concerning psychological needs, obtained through assessments and interventions, to colleagues within and outside of the Trust and to the service user and their family7. To assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups.8. To provide emotional support to service users and carers/family members.9. To keep appropriate records of work and inform relevant others through letters or reports defined within the polices for AWP10. To work as a member of a multidisciplinary ward /or community team.11. To follow a person-focused and evidence based approach with service users and their families/carers.12. To work in a partnership with service users.13. To work in accordance with National NHS and placement providers policies and regulations, as well as those of relevant professional bodies.14. The post holder will be required to work in situations where there are barriers to acceptance and exposure to aggression.15. Received regular clinical supervision in accordance with Programme requirements and good clinical practice Clinical Supervision, Teaching and Training 1. In conjunction with supervisor and University Tutor, to plan and prioritise own workload, research and individual and group sessions.2. May assist with providing specialist training to other psychologists, trainees and assistants and appropriate.3. May be required to demonstrate own duties to other graduate psychologists. Research and Development / Audit Activity 1. To plan, monitor and evaluate own work, using clinical outcomes assessments, small-scale research methodology and statistical procedures.2. To plan and undertake formal MSc research, as agreed with the University programme staff as required by the Programme.3. To plan and undertake relevant research/audits, using appropriate methodology and statistical procedures, as agreed with the clinical supervisor(s).4. To enhance own knowledge of clinical psychology, specific client groups and types of psychological difficulty through reading, literature searches and personal study.5. To comply with the requirements of research governance, evidence-based practice and ethical considerations. Equipment Used 1. Computer/ laptop/ PowerPoint projector for database, research, e-mail, Internet, presentations.2. Computerised and Audio-visual recording equipment for use in assessment and specialist treatment programmes.3. Psychological assessment tests and associated materials.4. Expected to have knowledge of manual handling and other equipment within the area.