Job summary
We're looking for an enthusiastic Clinical Psychologist who is interested in joining our dynamic and friendly team (full or part time) at Marlborough House in Swindon.
Marlborough House is a 12-bedded inpatient unit for young people experiencing significant mental health difficulties.
Working with young people who have an eating disorder is also a central part of this role, as is working with a wide range of other mental health issues. This is an exciting time to join Marlborough House as we have a number of ongoing innovative service improvement projects, including developing a DBT informed care pathway for young people experiencing emotional dysregulation and creative ways in which we can use nature to facilitate recovery.
Main duties of the job
This role involves the provision of a high-quality Clinical Psychology service within the multi- disciplinary team.
We'll need you to provide consultation, supervision and training to the team and will assist with case formulation and treatment planning. They will be expected to provide individual therapeutic interventions to young people and to take an active role in the provision of therapeutic groups.
About us
Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust provides physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset.
Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible
Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"
Our values are:"Caring, safe and excellent"
At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:
- Excellent opportunities for career progression
- Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development
- 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service
- NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers
- Competitive pension scheme
- Lease car scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists may apply)
- Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are highly committed to CPD. There is an active Clinical Psychology body across the area (BSW) who meet regularly, promoting professional development and providing opportunity for specialist supervision and shared learning. There are also plans to develop professional links across Oxford Health (into Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire) which will offer further opportunity for specialist CPD and networking
We have a strong commitment to Clinical Psychology training and the post holder will be involved in offering training placements for the new Bath University Doctorate Programme, as well as teaching and being able to access the Universitys CPD programme.
There is some flexibility possible in how hours are worked. Part time hours will also be considered as will the option of hours with other Oxford Health teams where the applicant has an interest in a split role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are highly committed to CPD. There is an active Clinical Psychology body across the area (BSW) who meet regularly, promoting professional development and providing opportunity for specialist supervision and shared learning. There are also plans to develop professional links across Oxford Health (into Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire) which will offer further opportunity for specialist CPD and networking
We have a strong commitment to Clinical Psychology training and the post holder will be involved in offering training placements for the new Bath University Doctorate Programme, as well as teaching and being able to access the Universitys CPD programme.
There is some flexibility possible in how hours are worked. Part time hours will also be considered as will the option of hours with other Oxford Health teams where the applicant has an interest in a split role.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology including specifically models of psychopathology and psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS. Current registration as a Clinical Psychologist with HCP
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
- High-level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level training in clinical psychology including specifically models of psychopathology and psychometrics, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology as accredited by the BPS. Current registration as a Clinical Psychologist with HCP
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological therapies in specific difficult to treat groups
- High-level knowledge of the theory and practice of at least two specialised psychological therapies
- Knowledge of legislation in relation to the client group and mental health.
Skills/Qualities
Essential
- Ability to teach and train others, using a variety of complex multi-media materials suitable for presentations
- Skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, intervention and management
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).
