Specialist Clinical/Counselling Psychologist | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 08 June 2026 |
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| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £66,274 - £73,496 per annum, inclusive of HCAS |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 July 2026 |
| Location: | London, W9 3XZ |
| Company: | Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7985348/824-INNER-7985348 |
Summary
An exciting 12‑month fixed‑term opportunity has arisen for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join the psychology team within the Woodfield Child Development Service (WCDS).
The primary focus of this post is neurodevelopmental assessment, particularly social communication assessments. Applicants must have experience of completing neurodevelopmental assessments and be ADOS trained, with confidence contributing to MDT diagnostic discussions.
You will work within a well‑established multidisciplinary team supporting children and families through the assessment process. In addition to assessment work, there will be opportunities to contribute to pre‑ and post‑diagnostic support and to service development or project work, depending on service needs and interests.
This role would suit a psychologist who values collaborative, reflective, and neuroaffirmative practice. The post offers a supportive team environment with regular supervision throughout the fixed‑term contract.
We welcome applications from candidates from diverse backgrounds, including those with lived experience of neurodiversity.
• Clinical Assessment: Deliver effective assessment for children and families referred to the service, ensuring high-quality care.
• Group Facilitation:Plan, implement and evaluate behavioural and therapeutic groups with psychology assistants and MDT colleagues
• Multidisciplinary Work:Contribute to MDT formulations and care delivery, focusing on psychological assessments and treatments.
• Development & Innovation:Support the development of psychological frameworks for assessment and intervention within the team.
• Materials Preparation:Prepare relevant resources, test materials, and visual aids to support therapeutic use.
• Research & Audits:Participate in or lead research and audit projects as required to inform best practices.
• Data & Reporting: Assist with data collection, analysis, and report for the team.
• Support & Development:You will receive regular supervision from a senior psychologist, with opportunities for peer supervision and collaboration across trust (e.g., CDS, CAMHS)
If you're passionate about working in child psychology, developing creative interventions and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, we encourage you to apply and explore this exciting opportunity further.
We are proud to be one of the largest community healthcare providers in the country, with more than 4,500 colleagues caring for over four million people across London and Hertfordshire. Every day, our teams bring their skill, compassion, and determination to the people who depend on us.
What inspires us is at the heart of who we are: when we work together, we can help people move forward in ways that truly matter. Our teams support children as they take their first steps in life, and they stand beside adults as they rebuild strength, confidence, and independence. From newborn health visiting to community nursing, stroke rehabilitation, and palliative care, we are there for people through some of life’s most important moments.
Joining Central London Community Healthcare means becoming part of a community that lifts each other up. It means working in an organisation that values compassion, welcomes new ideas, and believes in the potential of every colleague. Your development matters here. Your wellbeing matters. Your voice helps shape the future of the care we provide.
We offer a competitive employment package because the work you do matters. At Central London Community Healthcare, you will join an inclusive organisation that invests in its people, supports development, and helps you thrive while delivering high-quality care.
Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate alignment with the Trust’s values - Accountability, Inclusion, Compassion, and Empowerment, alongside fulfilling the duties detailed in the attached Job Description and Person Specification
This advert closes on Monday 22 Jun 2026