Job summary
THIS POST IS FIXED TERM/SECONDMENT FOR 6 MONTHS (To end by 30/9/26) DUE TO MEET THE NEEDS OF THE SERVICE
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN APPLYING FOR THE SECONDMENT POSITION, YOU MUST OBTAIN PERMISSION FROM YOUR CURRENT LINE MANAGER PRIOR TO APPLYING FOR THIS POST.
We are delighted to announce that a 6 month fixed-term opportunity has arisen to work within a specialised Clinical Psychology Service within the Artificial Limb & Appliance Centre based at Wrexham Maelor Hospital.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply
Main duties of the job
With the support of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist, the post holder will have the opportunity to undertake a pivotal role in the continued development of this service. Working alongside highly skilled MDT members, the successful applicant will undertake specialised psychological assessment, formulation and interventions with children and adults who have experienced amputation, limb absence, or limb difference and /or their families from across North & Mid Wales. Training and consultation with the multidisciplinary team will be an important part of the role. The post holder will also be part of a supportive national network of clinical psychologists working within this highly specialised field.
About us
If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will also be a member of the BCUHB Health Clinical Psychology Department, which is a supportive, friendly and growing department of Clinical Psychologists working in physical health services across BCUHB and has strong links with the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme. The post provides the ideal opportunity to take a senior role in the development of a Clinical Psychology Service for this highly specialised client group.
This a fixed-term post for two days per week (0.4 WTE, 15 hours) based within the Artificial Limb & Appliance Centre, Wrexham.
Welsh language is desirable for this post, but not essential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will also be a member of the BCUHB Health Clinical Psychology Department, which is a supportive, friendly and growing department of Clinical Psychologists working in physical health services across BCUHB and has strong links with the North Wales Clinical Psychology Programme. The post provides the ideal opportunity to take a senior role in the development of a Clinical Psychology Service for this highly specialised client group.
This a fixed-term post for two days per week (0.4 WTE, 15 hours) based within the Artificial Limb & Appliance Centre, Wrexham.
Welsh language is desirable for this post, but not essential.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Honours degree in Psychology. Eligibility for Chartered status with the BPS
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS
- Clinical Supervision training for doctoral trainees
Desirable
- Advanced training in research design and methodology.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of qualified clinical psychology practice.
Desirable
- Knowledge of a variety of relevant therapeutic approaches for mental health work and assessments.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Good Honours degree in Psychology. Eligibility for Chartered status with the BPS
- HCPC Registration as a Clinical Psychologist
- Postgraduate Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS
- Clinical Supervision training for doctoral trainees
Desirable
- Advanced training in research design and methodology.
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of qualified clinical psychology practice.
Desirable
- Knowledge of a variety of relevant therapeutic approaches for mental health work and assessments.
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).
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.
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).
