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Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Clinical Psychologist /Specialist MH practitioner

The closing date is 02 March 2026

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Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit 6 month fixed term Band 7 Clinical Psychologist /Specialist MH Practitioner WTE to ensure an evidence based and trauma informed psychological service to a diverse population of CYP across Wigan

You will be part of Wigans ATOM service, which supports children with psychological formulation and intervention who are:

on a trajectory of becoming looked after

returning home to family

in fostering placements where they are likely to breakdown without intervention

in residential homes and can be supported to return to family-based care.

You will be based and work within our Residential/outreach and Edge of care services

You will also join a growing team of community and specialist CAMHS practitioners and Clinical Psychologists within GMMH.

We are looking for an experienced practitioner that is passionate about working with and improving services for children and adolescents experiencing adversity and insecurity in their environments, and who can support a team or individuals to follow your developed formulation, offer regular consultation and deliver training.

The role includes working directly with children, young people and their families, as part of a wider trauma informed and trusted relationships approach through DDP and other attachment focused interventions.

If you think you have the skills and experience and would like further information about the role please contact

Main duties of the job

  • To provide specialist psychological and systemic assessment, formulation, deliver tailored interventions for children, young people, and their families using therapeutic modalities
  • The role includes consultation, supervision, and leadership responsibilities, contributing to service development and multi-agency collaboration.
  • Act as a specialist resource to external partners, offering expert consultation and advice.
  • Communicate complex and sensitive information effectively to children, families, carers, and professionals
  • Undertake comprehensive risk assessments and manage risks involving self-harm, harm to others, or vulnerability to abuse.
  • Participate in MDT meetings, contributing to shared understanding and care planning
  • Support capacity-building through training, reflective practice, and joint working.
  • Hold an independent caseload of children and young people with complex psychological needs. Monitor progress and adapt therapeutic approaches as necessary.
  • Contribute to development, embedding trauma-informed and systemic approaches.
  • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and psychological safety.
  • Foster partnerships across health, education, social care, and voluntary sectors.

About us

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford,Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7549541-A

Job locations

Wigan CAMHS

155/157 Manchester Road, INCE

Wigan

WN2 2JA


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached job description and person specification

Staff benefits

  • 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
  • Excellent pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Salary sacrifice car scheme
  • Wellbeing programme
  • Blue Light Card Discounts
  • fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles)

Person Specification

as above

Essential

  • Professional qualification achieved grade and at least 1 years experience at Band 6

Desirable

  • Experience of working with Children therapeutically

Essential

Essential

  • Professional qualification achieved grade and at least 1 years experience at Band 6
  • Experience of working within an MDT
  • Knowledge /Experience of offering Attachment and Trauma informed interventions

Desirable

  • Experience of working within specialist services for Cared for Children
  • Additional training in therapeutic modalities
Person Specification

as above

Essential

  • Professional qualification achieved grade and at least 1 years experience at Band 6

Desirable

  • Experience of working with Children therapeutically

Essential

Essential

  • Professional qualification achieved grade and at least 1 years experience at Band 6
  • Experience of working within an MDT
  • Knowledge /Experience of offering Attachment and Trauma informed interventions

Desirable

  • Experience of working within specialist services for Cared for Children
  • Additional training in therapeutic modalities

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).

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.

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).

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

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan CAMHS

155/157 Manchester Road, INCE

Wigan

WN2 2JA


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Wigan CAMHS

155/157 Manchester Road, INCE

Wigan

WN2 2JA


Employer's website

https://www.gmmh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

ATOM Clinical Team Manager

Shermaine Love

shermaine.love@gmmh.nhs.uk

01942764473

Details

Date posted

17 February 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

437-7549541-A

Job locations

Wigan CAMHS

155/157 Manchester Road, INCE

Wigan

WN2 2JA


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