Senior Clinical Psychologist
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £46,049 to £58,225 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 March 2026 |
| Location: | Southampton, Hampshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | University of Southampton |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 3354726LH |
Summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a dedicated and compassionate multi-disciplinary team at The University of Southampton Auditory Implant Service (USAIS).
USAIS is renowned for providing a regional service for severely and profoundly deaf children, young people and adults across the south of England and the Channel Islands.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to life-changing care for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss, supporting them through assessment, implantation, and rehabilitation and beyond. The work includes specialist psychological assessment, formulation and therapy and there are opportunities for individual work, group work, and work with the wider system. Consultation and advice on patient’s psychological care to the wider multi-disciplinary team, as well as liaison with external agencies is an important aspect of the work.
You will be a valued and key member of the multi-disciplinary team and have opportunities to shape the Clinical Psychology Service at USAIS. There are opportunities to teach on courses run at the University and with partner charities and organisations, as well as be involved in audit and service development within USAIS. You will also have a key role in the USAIS safeguarding team which provides consultation and support to the wider team. Attendances at conferences and training courses is encouraged and supported for continuing professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychological assessments to support candidacy decisions for cochlear implantation and liaise with the wider team both verbally and in writing
Provide therapeutic interventions to patients and families adjusting to hearing loss and implant use
Offer consultation and training to the wider team on psychological aspects hearing impairment
Contribute to service development, audit, and research initiatives
Support patients with complex needs, including neurodevelopmental or mental health conditions
About You
HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)
Experience working in health settings, ideally with sensory impairment or neuropsychology
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to person-centred care and multidisciplinary collaboration
What We Offer
A supportive and innovative team environment
Opportunities for CPD, supervision, and career development
Access to cutting-edge technology and research
Working at the University of Southampton:
Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton! We offer a range of great benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days) pro rata; subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.
For information on the Service please look at the website http://ais.southampton.ac.uk/
Informal enquiries and visits to the centre can be arranged by contacting Prof Roberta Buhagiar, Clinical Services Manager rb22@soton.ac.uk at the USAIS, Telephone 02380 593522.
A enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
USAIS is renowned for providing a regional service for severely and profoundly deaf children, young people and adults across the south of England and the Channel Islands.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to life-changing care for individuals with severe to profound hearing loss, supporting them through assessment, implantation, and rehabilitation and beyond. The work includes specialist psychological assessment, formulation and therapy and there are opportunities for individual work, group work, and work with the wider system. Consultation and advice on patient’s psychological care to the wider multi-disciplinary team, as well as liaison with external agencies is an important aspect of the work.
You will be a valued and key member of the multi-disciplinary team and have opportunities to shape the Clinical Psychology Service at USAIS. There are opportunities to teach on courses run at the University and with partner charities and organisations, as well as be involved in audit and service development within USAIS. You will also have a key role in the USAIS safeguarding team which provides consultation and support to the wider team. Attendances at conferences and training courses is encouraged and supported for continuing professional development.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct psychological assessments to support candidacy decisions for cochlear implantation and liaise with the wider team both verbally and in writing
Provide therapeutic interventions to patients and families adjusting to hearing loss and implant use
Offer consultation and training to the wider team on psychological aspects hearing impairment
Contribute to service development, audit, and research initiatives
Support patients with complex needs, including neurodevelopmental or mental health conditions
About You
HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)
Experience working in health settings, ideally with sensory impairment or neuropsychology
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Commitment to person-centred care and multidisciplinary collaboration
What We Offer
A supportive and innovative team environment
Opportunities for CPD, supervision, and career development
Access to cutting-edge technology and research
Working at the University of Southampton:
Check out the staff benefits and why you should join us at The University of Southampton! We offer a range of great benefits that includes a contributory pension scheme; holiday entitlement of 30 days plus 8 bank holidays and 6 additional holidays (closure days) pro rata; subsidised health and fitness facilities on-site; cycle to work scheme; a range of discounts which include restaurants, retail outlets and entertainment.
For information on the Service please look at the website http://ais.southampton.ac.uk/
Informal enquiries and visits to the centre can be arranged by contacting Prof Roberta Buhagiar, Clinical Services Manager rb22@soton.ac.uk at the USAIS, Telephone 02380 593522.
A enhanced DBS check is required for this role.
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