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Cygnet Health Care

Assistant Psychologist (FTC)

The closing date is 06 January 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Blackheath. This is a 6 month fixed term contract.

Main duties of the job

At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.

About us

Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.

Details

Date posted

23 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29,137 to £29,137 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPA907E2D9

Job locations

Blackheath

SE10 8AB


Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Blackheath.This role will be working Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:00

Please note, this is a 6 month fixed term contract.Cygnet Hospital Blackheath provides inpatient low secure and PICU services for men with a mental health illness.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Salary: £29,137.50 per year

Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS car d Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportRequirementsContracted hours: 40Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

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Job description

Job responsibilities

Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.

We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Cygnet Blackheath.This role will be working Monday to Friday 9:00 to 17:00

Please note, this is a 6 month fixed term contract.Cygnet Hospital Blackheath provides inpatient low secure and PICU services for men with a mental health illness.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer you

Salary: £29,137.50 per year

Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS car d Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportRequirementsContracted hours: 40Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

What next?

If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.

Click the button to apply

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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.

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Blackheath

SE10 8AB


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Cygnet Health Care

Address

Blackheath

SE10 8AB


Employer's website

https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruiter

Katie Dixon

VPA907E2D9.1286@vacancyposter.com

01217288111

Details

Date posted

23 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£29,137 to £29,137 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

VPA907E2D9

Job locations

Blackheath

SE10 8AB


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