Assistant Psychologist | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 22 September 2025 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £27,485 - £30,162 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 22 October 2025 |
| Location: | Colchester, CO3 3FQ |
| Company: | Essex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7494860/364-A-9383 |
Summary
A really exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Psychologist post in our North East Essex Autism Service. This service links closely with our NE/West Adult ADHD service and in future we are looking towards developing a neurodevelopmental service.
The assistant psychologist will provide psychological assessment, triage and screening of referrals and clinically related administration under supervision. Assessments take place both remotely and also in person at a base in Colchester. The role will also include participation in audit, service evaluation and/or research and undertaking teaching and project work under appropriate supervision. Specific duties will be determined on the basis of skills and experience and operational service requirements, and may vary occasionally as service needs/priorities change. There will be times when it will be necessary to travel to other bases across Essex for meetings and/ or assessments.
Please be advised this advert will close early should we receive a high number of applications - late applications will not be accepted.
To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service
To perform other duties appropriate to the grade of assistant psychologist that may be required by their psychology manager.
To receive weekly supervision within the service in accordance with BPS guidelines and Trust policy.
To undertake continued professional development in line with BPS recommendations in order to develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.
To develop and maintain the highest standards of professional practice through an identified programme of continued professional development agreed with line manager.
To adhere to the professional codes of practice of the Health Professions Council, British Psychological Society and Trust policies and procedures with regards to report writing and clinical record keeping.
To undergo regular performance appraisal and review with the line manager.
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
• Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
• Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
• If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
• We run recognition awards to recognise staff's hard work and dedication.
Benefits
• 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
• Excellent pension of up to14.5% of your pensionable pay.
• Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
• £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
• Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
• Flexible working: available from day one for most roles.
• Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
For further main responsibilities and duties please refer to the job description and person specification.
This advert closes on Thursday 25 Sep 2025