Assistant Psychologist - (Aspiring Clinical Psychologist Programme)

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

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Job summary

NSFT are delighted to be recruiting an Assistant Psychologist to work within our Later Life, Bury South team under the widening access scheme funded by NHS England. This is a part time (2 days per week) position, for 12 months.

This scheme for aspiring psychological professionals is part of a nationally funded programme that aims to improve equity of access to training in the psychological professions. Some psychology graduates experience a range of barriers which reduce the chances of making a successful application to undertake postgraduate training, and we are passionate about supporting local people in overcoming these barriers.

This disadvantage affects certain groups such as first-generation graduates and care leavers; those who receive additional financial aid or with caring responsibilities. It is also likely that this impacts additionally across other socio-economic groups significantly under-represented in psychology including psychology graduates from ethnic groups who may experience marginalisation within the communities which we serve. We therefore particularly welcome applications from people from all these backgrounds.

It is essential that candidates read the attached application guide before applying.

*interviews expected 22nd May or 23rd*

Main duties of the job

We are looking for psychology graduates with at least a 2:2 undergraduate degree in psychology (eligible for graduate basis for registration with the BPS) or a conversion Master's to Psychology and an interest in pursuing a career in the Psychological Professions. Candidates need to show an aptitude for working psychologically with people with mental health needs, a desire to work with older people and an ability to be self-reflective.

Successful post-holders will have the opportunity to gain experience of NHS working as a psychological professional in development for 12 months.

You will have the opportunity to observe and participate in direct clinical activity with service users and their families, both individually and in groups, supporting with assessments and interventions, supervision from a skilled and qualified psychological professional, access to a wider community of aspiring psychologists and associated CPD activity. We firmly hope that our assistant psychologists will progress into other roles in the psychological professions within the NSFT.

About us

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.Why work for us? We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established professional networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about. Our Older Adult Services have consistently been rated as 'Good' by repeated CQC inspections.Why Norfolk and Suffolk? The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Date posted

07 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Gross per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

246-WSU6269604

Job locations

G Block

Hospital Road

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 3NR


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you meet the essential criteria below before applying.1. 2:2 or above awarded for a BPS accredited psychology undergraduate degree2. BPS graduate membership or eligible for membership3. Identify as being part of a social group that is currently underrepresented in clinical psychology, for example, familial/generational financial hardship/socioeconomic disadvantage, carer, minoritized ethnicity, living with a disability and significant mental health challenges. Please note this list is non exhaustive.4. Limited direct clinical experience.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please ensure you meet the essential criteria below before applying.1. 2:2 or above awarded for a BPS accredited psychology undergraduate degree2. BPS graduate membership or eligible for membership3. Identify as being part of a social group that is currently underrepresented in clinical psychology, for example, familial/generational financial hardship/socioeconomic disadvantage, carer, minoritized ethnicity, living with a disability and significant mental health challenges. Please note this list is non exhaustive.4. Limited direct clinical experience.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 2:1 or above awarded for a BPS accredited psychology undergraduate degree
  • BPS graduate membership or eligible for membership

Experience

Essential

  • Identify as being part of a social group that is currently underrepresented in clinical psychology, for example, familial/generational financial hardship/socioeconomic disadvantage, carer, ethnic minority background, living with a disability and significant mental health challenges. Please note this list is non exhaustive. (
  • Limited direct and/or paid clinical experience. Please note working as a support worker/healthcare assistant does not count as direct clinical experience.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • 2:1 or above awarded for a BPS accredited psychology undergraduate degree
  • BPS graduate membership or eligible for membership

Experience

Essential

  • Identify as being part of a social group that is currently underrepresented in clinical psychology, for example, familial/generational financial hardship/socioeconomic disadvantage, carer, ethnic minority background, living with a disability and significant mental health challenges. Please note this list is non exhaustive. (
  • Limited direct and/or paid clinical experience. Please note working as a support worker/healthcare assistant does not count as direct clinical experience.

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

G Block

Hospital Road

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 3NR


Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Norfolk & Suffolk Foundation NHS Trust

Address

G Block

Hospital Road

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 3NR


Employer's website

https://www.nsft.nhs.uk/Pages/Home.aspx (Opens in a new tab)


For questions about the job, contact:

Consultant Clinical Psychologist

Rebecca Poz

rebecca.poz@nsft.nhs.uk

Date posted

07 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£25,147 to £27,596 a year Gross per annum, pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

246-WSU6269604

Job locations

G Block

Hospital Road

Bury St Edmunds

IP33 3NR


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