Job summary
The exciting opportunity has arisen to appoint a 0.7wte band 8a Clinical Psychologist to support our busy and expanding clinical neuropsychology department, covering the full range of adult neurological and neurosurgical conditions within a regional neuroscience centre. The post benefits from supervision under three qualified (SRCN) Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologists, a well-structured role, and the chance to develop transferable skills across outpatient and inpatient settings.
You will be part of a dynamic, friendly team of Clinical Neuropsychologists offering highly efficient evidence-based assessment and brief intervention services. You will also work closely with members of specialist multidisciplinary teams.
You must have demonstrable experience in administering and interpreting neuropsychological assessments as this is a core area of expertise relevant to the post. Previous experience of diagnostic and/or neurorehabilitation clinical work is desirable.
You should have postgraduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS with excellent interpersonal skills and an understanding of neuropsychology as well as sound grounding in psychological principles and practice.
The post will be particularly attractive to those applicants wishing to gain a broad clinical experience in pursuit a career in neuropsychology, including those working towards the Qualification in Neuropsychology (QiCN).
Main duties of the job
To work as a highly specialist Clinical Psychologist providing high-quality neuropsychological assessment and, where appropriate, intervention to patients with neurological conditions and their families across outpatient and inpatient settings.
To provide advice, consultation, supervision, teaching and training to other professionals and non-professional carers as appropriate.
To work autonomously within professional guidelines and the overall framework, policies and procedures of the Neuropsychology Department and the Essex Neurosciences Service.
To actively support and collaborate with the Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist/s in development of the service, and to utilise research skills for audit, policy development and research within the area served by the team.
About us
Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.
Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.
As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive forour teams to innovate and change.
We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.
We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.
The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.
Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.
All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.
Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Sarah Wood, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 4188. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details below.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology as accredited by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) or HCPC Statement of Equivalence.
Desirable
- Commenced or intending to enrol onto the Qualification in Neuropsychology (QiCN)
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of undertaking comprehensive neuropsychological assessments.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking diagnostic neuropsychological assessment within a regional neurosciences setting.
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to form good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary setting.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology as accredited by the Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC) or HCPC Statement of Equivalence.
Desirable
- Commenced or intending to enrol onto the Qualification in Neuropsychology (QiCN)
Experience / Knowledge
Essential
- Experience of undertaking comprehensive neuropsychological assessments.
Desirable
- Experience of undertaking diagnostic neuropsychological assessment within a regional neurosciences setting.
- Experience of teaching, training and/or supervision.
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to form good working relationships with others in a multidisciplinary setting.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
