Job summary
Join Our Team as a Clinical Psychologist at Broomhill Hospital
Are you a Clinical Psychologist passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with complex mental health needs? Broomhill Hospital invites you to bring your expertise to our specialist mental health service, set in a stunning Victorian manor in tranquil Northamptonshire.
As a vital member of our multidisciplinary team, you'll provide tailored psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions to support patients through their recovery. This is your opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive environment where your professional growth is encouraged, and your contribution truly matters.
This full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract offers competitive pay (£63k£73k DOE), 40 hours a week, and the chance to help shape psychological services within a respected and essential facility. Join us and be part of a team that values clinical excellence, compassion, and innovation.
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical Psychologist at Broomhill Hospital, you'll play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred care for individuals with complex and enduring mental health needs. You will be responsible for conducting detailed psychological assessments, developing and delivering evidence-based therapeutic interventions, and creating collaborative psychological formulations. Working closely with our multidisciplinary team, youll support care planning, offer clinical consultation, and contribute to staff training and development. Youll also have the opportunity to supervise junior psychology staff and be involved in service evaluation and research, helping to shape and improve clinical practice across the hospital. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a challenging but supportive environment and is committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for patients with high levels of need.
About us
The culture here is inclusive, professional, and deeply focused on making a positive impact. We value open communication, mutual respect, and continuous learning. As part of our team, youll be supported to grow professionally through regular supervision, CPD opportunities, and a strong peer network.
Benefits include competitive salary packages, access to training and development, employee wellbeing support, and the chance to work in a scenic, peaceful setting that promotes both patient and staff wellbeing. At Broomhill, youll find a rewarding role in a workplace that truly values your contribution.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description
Job Title: Clinical Psychologist
Location: Broomhill Hospital, Holdenby Road Spratton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8LD, England, UK
Salary: 63k 73k (DOE)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Type:Full time, 6 month FTC
About the service:
Broomhill Hospital is a 99-bed independent, specialist mental health facility set in a beautifully refurbished former Victorian manor house in a peaceful rural location. The hospital offers acute and high-dependency rehabilitation care for individuals with severe and enduring mental illness, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge. It supports patients detained under the Mental Health Act, those under Section 117 aftercare, MoJ restrictions, and those on the Care Programme Approach (CPA). Broomhill remains a vital service for high-risk, high-need patients across the acute mental health pathway.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team at Broomhill Hospital. The successful candidate will provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the development and delivery of high-quality psychological services.
Key Responsibilities
- Psychological Assessment and Intervention:Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments using appropriate tools and methods. Develop and implement evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs.
- Formulation and Care Planning:Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop psychological formulations and contribute to care planning processes.
- Consultation and Training:Provide psychological consultation and training to staff members, enhancing the overall understanding and management of patients' psychological needs.
- Supervision and Development:Offer supervision to assistant psychologists and contribute to their professional development.
- Research and Service Evaluation:Engage in research activities and service evaluations to inform practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of services.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Doctoral level qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
- Experience in psychological assessment and intervention within mental health settings.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable:
- Experience working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
- Experience in providing supervision and training.
Why Join Us?
- Professional Development:Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive Environment:Work within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team.
- Impactful Work:Contribute to the delivery of high-quality care for individuals with complex mental health needs.
Broomhill Hospital is committed to equality of opportunity and values diversity in its workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job description
Job Title: Clinical Psychologist
Location: Broomhill Hospital, Holdenby Road Spratton, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN6 8LD, England, UK
Salary: 63k 73k (DOE)
Hours: 40 hours per week
Job Type:Full time, 6 month FTC
About the service:
Broomhill Hospital is a 99-bed independent, specialist mental health facility set in a beautifully refurbished former Victorian manor house in a peaceful rural location. The hospital offers acute and high-dependency rehabilitation care for individuals with severe and enduring mental illness, complex needs, and behaviours that challenge. It supports patients detained under the Mental Health Act, those under Section 117 aftercare, MoJ restrictions, and those on the Care Programme Approach (CPA). Broomhill remains a vital service for high-risk, high-need patients across the acute mental health pathway.
Role Overview
We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team at Broomhill Hospital. The successful candidate will provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs. This role offers an opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the development and delivery of high-quality psychological services.
Key Responsibilities
- Psychological Assessment and Intervention:Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments using appropriate tools and methods. Develop and implement evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs.
- Formulation and Care Planning:Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop psychological formulations and contribute to care planning processes.
- Consultation and Training:Provide psychological consultation and training to staff members, enhancing the overall understanding and management of patients' psychological needs.
- Supervision and Development:Offer supervision to assistant psychologists and contribute to their professional development.
- Research and Service Evaluation:Engage in research activities and service evaluations to inform practice and contribute to the continuous improvement of services.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Doctoral level qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent).
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
- Experience in psychological assessment and intervention within mental health settings.
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable:
- Experience working with individuals with complex mental health needs.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation and policies.
- Experience in providing supervision and training.
Why Join Us?
- Professional Development:Access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Supportive Environment:Work within a collaborative and multidisciplinary team.
- Impactful Work:Contribute to the delivery of high-quality care for individuals with complex mental health needs.
Broomhill Hospital is committed to equality of opportunity and values diversity in its workforce.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments in mental health settings
- Proven track record of delivering evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals with complex needs
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to support care planning and formulation
- Ability to provide psychological consultation and training to clinical staff
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior psychology staff or trainees
- Familiarity with working with patients detained under the Mental Health Act or with complex risk profiles
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Proven experience in psychological assessment and intervention within mental health settings
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuing professional development
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Experience conducting comprehensive psychological assessments in mental health settings
- Proven track record of delivering evidence-based psychological interventions for individuals with complex needs
- Experience collaborating within multidisciplinary teams to support care planning and formulation
- Ability to provide psychological consultation and training to clinical staff
- Experience supervising or mentoring junior psychology staff or trainees
- Familiarity with working with patients detained under the Mental Health Act or with complex risk profiles
Qualifications
Essential
- Doctoral level qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
- Proven experience in psychological assessment and intervention within mental health settings
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to continuing professional development
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).