Band 8A Clinical Psychologist - Learning Disabilities
| Posting date: | 19 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £53,755.00 to £60,504.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £53755.00 - £60504.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 July 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN25 4AN |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | E0279-25-1166 |
Summary
At HCRG Care Group, we value you and your contributions, offering a range of benefits to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing:
Competitive Pay & Pension: Receive a salary of 53,755 - £60,504 with Agenda for change terms and conditions and NHS pension scheme.
Professional Growth: Join our Strive for Better networks, connecting with professionals nationwide to develop and share best practices.
Exclusive Rewards: Access discounts and offers at leading supermarkets, retailers, and experience providers through our Reward Gateway.
Wellbeing Support: Benefit from our 24/7 free wellbeing service, including counseling, career coaching, and legal advice.
Flexible Pay Options: Track earnings and access wages through Wagestream, providing financial flexibility.
Learning & Development: Enhance your career with support from our Learning and Development team, access e-learning, career pathways, and funding opportunities.
Recognition & Involvement: Celebrate achievements with local and national awards, contribute ideas for service improvements, and stay informed through regular leadership updates.
Essential criteria:
We are looking for someone who
- Has a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent), is HCPC registered, and eligible for Chartered Psychologist status.
- Skilled in psychological assessment, evidence-based interventions, and risk management, particularly within learning disabilities and mental health services.
- Experienced in multidisciplinary collaboration, consultation, clinical supervision, and delivering training to a range of professionals.
- Strong knowledge of relevant legislation (e.g., Mental Health Act) and systemic/organisational thinking.
- Excellent communication, liaison, and administration skills, with the ability to work flexibly both independently and within a team.
- Demonstrates empathy, resilience, and emotional awareness, especially when supporting individuals with complex needs or challenging behaviours.
- Maintains professionalism and sensitivity under pressure, even in potentially high-risk or emotionally demanding situations.
- Advanced ability to engage clients with severe interpersonal difficulties and to sustain focus and mental effort over extended periods.