Job summary
We are pleased to advertise a vacancy for an Assistant Neuropsychologistpost in the Neuropsychology service at Great Ormond Street Hospital.https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/health-professionals/clinicalspecialties/neuropsychology-information-healthprofessionals/neuropsychology-departmentThe post would suit a highly motivated individual interested inneuropsychological assessment of children with neurological conditions. Applicants should have a first-class degree in Psychology and/or an MSc in Neuropsychology or related subject, good interpersonal skills, and experience of working with children. Prior experience of psychometric/neuropsychological assessment is essential, and experience of working with individuals with brain injury or neurological conditions is desirable. The postholder must have a high level of attention to detail and ability to sustain focus.The service is involved in clinical research, and data management andresearch skills will also be valuable.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will also be part of the wider Psychological & Mental Health Services in the Trust. There is regular formal supervision and informal support, including a large assistant psychologist group, and excellent opportunities for professional development within the Trust.The advert may close early if a sufficient number of applications have been received.Interviews will take place on 8th October.For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Charlotte Malcolm (PrincipalClinical Neuropsychologist): charlotte.malcolm@gosh.nhs.uk, tel: 020 7405 9200 ext. 0146 or Dr Isabelle Sharples (Practitioner Psychologist in Neuropsychology): isabelle.sharples@gosh.nhs.uk
About us
We are keen to make our workforce as diverse as the communities we serve, and we hope to attract applications from underrepresented groups, including people with Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic heritage, people with a disability, and people from LGBTQ+ communities. By growing an ever more diverse workforce, we'll have a greater range of perspectives and knowledge, meaning that we can provide the children and young people at our hospital with even better care.
Our hospital is committed to creating an environment that is open and inclusive. Our staff are encouraged to engage with colleagues through the following networks: REACH (Race, Ethnicity and Cultural Heritage) ENABLED (Enhancing Abilities & Leveraging Disabilities Network), PRIDE and Women's networks; all of which are sponsored by a member of our Executive Management Team.
We want to ensure that all of our people, regardless of their background, are seen and heard. We want to attract applicants that share our commitment to inclusion and that understand diversity is a strength that is embraced and valued.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- 1 st class Honours degree in Psychology or 2.1 Hons Psychology and post-graduate qualification/training (e.g. MSc) in neuropsychology or related subject
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the needs and difficulties of children with illness, including neurological conditions and/or other disabilities
- Experience of working with patients in clinical settings
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of administering, scoring, and reporting neuropsychological tests
- Knowledge of research methodology and statistical analysis of data
Desirable
- Experience of working in a paediatric setting
- Experience of working with people with neurodisability
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level of attention to detail and sustained focus
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including communication of sensitive information, working with children and families, and staff from all disciplines
- An ability to work in highly emotive settings
- The application of psychological knowledge to a paediatric context
- Ability to work reliably, independently and flexibly
Person Specification
Values
Essential
- Gosh Values
- Experience of working as part of a diverse team and contributing to an inclusive workplace culture
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- 1 st class Honours degree in Psychology or 2.1 Hons Psychology and post-graduate qualification/training (e.g. MSc) in neuropsychology or related subject
- Eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
Desirable
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of the needs and difficulties of children with illness, including neurological conditions and/or other disabilities
- Experience of working with patients in clinical settings
- Experience of working with children
- Experience of administering, scoring, and reporting neuropsychological tests
- Knowledge of research methodology and statistical analysis of data
Desirable
- Experience of working in a paediatric setting
- Experience of working with people with neurodisability
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- High level of attention to detail and sustained focus
- High level interpersonal and communication skills, including communication of sensitive information, working with children and families, and staff from all disciplines
- An ability to work in highly emotive settings
- The application of psychological knowledge to a paediatric context
- Ability to work reliably, independently and flexibly
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).
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).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Ormond Street Hospital
Great Ormond Street
London
WC1N 3JH
Employer's website
https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
