Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Psychologist

The closing date is 24 November 2025

Job summary

Dorset HealthCare are seeking to recruit aClinical Psychologistto join theAssertive Outreach Team,based inBournemouth, Dorset.

The Assertive Outreach Team has experience of working closely with psychology and values theClinical Psychologist's contribution through individual assessment/formulation and wider consultation to the team. You would be directly line managed by a clinical psychologist in a well established service.

For a further conversation about the roles please contact Dr Jon Boakes Consultant Clinical Psychologist (email:jon.boakes@nhs.net Tel: 07584 440888)

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

We offer excellent development opportunities, including further psychotherapy training, mentoring, support and clinical supervision. Those who are already matched in skill would move automatically to Band 8A and we will provide additional support to enable career progression and professional development. We would also welcome newly qualified registered psychologists and discussion regarding preceptorship within our services.

TheClinical Psychologistpost is a part-time, permanent position working 15 hours per week, Monday to Friday. These hours can be met over a two-day period or we can be flexible to meet your needs. This role can also be part of a job share with an existing post already held or combined with potential psychology roles.

If your are seeking a full-time position we have an additional advert for an Applied Psychology post based within our rehabilitation services (Dorchester) and there is the opportunity to potentially combine posts. Do get in touch if this is of interest.

For a further conversation about the role please contact Dr Jon Boakes Consultant Clinical Psychologist (email: jon.boakes@nhs.net tel: 07584 440888)

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£22,276 to £25,072 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-M313.25A

Job locations

AOT EAST Hahneman House

Hahnemann Rd

Bournemouth

BH2 5JW


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

professional registration

Essential

  • HCPC registration
  • Doctorate Clinical Psychology

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience in working with SMI

Desirable

  • Additional training in CBTp, MI, FI or similar

consultation

Essential

  • Experience of providing psychological consultation to teams
  • experience of providing psychological skills training to teams

risk

Essential

  • experience in clinical risk assessment and management within role.

Desirable

  • Training in specific risk assessment tools (e.g. HCR_20)
Person Specification

professional registration

Essential

  • HCPC registration
  • Doctorate Clinical Psychology

Experience

Essential

  • Clinical experience in working with SMI

Desirable

  • Additional training in CBTp, MI, FI or similar

consultation

Essential

  • Experience of providing psychological consultation to teams
  • experience of providing psychological skills training to teams

risk

Essential

  • experience in clinical risk assessment and management within role.

Desirable

  • Training in specific risk assessment tools (e.g. HCR_20)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

AOT EAST Hahneman House

Hahnemann Rd

Bournemouth

BH2 5JW


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

AOT EAST Hahneman House

Hahnemann Rd

Bournemouth

BH2 5JW


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Dr Jon Boakes

Jon.boakes@nhs.net

07584440888

Details

Date posted

04 November 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£22,276 to £25,072 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

152-M313.25A

Job locations

AOT EAST Hahneman House

Hahnemann Rd

Bournemouth

BH2 5JW


Supporting documents

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