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Consultant Neuropsychologist

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Job summary

Come and join the UK's largest provider of complex care. We proudly employ over 4000+ people -no matter what your experience, we have jobs for everyone.

Main duties of the job

Are you an innovative, forward thinking, exceptional clinician?

Do you wish to lead a dynamic Psychology Team and help direct service change in a therapy rich collaborative team environment?

We have an exciting opportunity for an established Consultant Neuropsychologist(Experience equivalent to Band 8d) to lead and progress our neuropsychology service within an intensive rehabilitation setting.

About us

Active Care Group are a pioneering national provider of complex care services, delivering pathways and better outcomes for people. We have a collaborative and holistic approach to care underpinned by proven clinical and therapeutic expertise. We specialise in supporting young people and adults with complex needs to make positive progress and lead happier, more independent lives.

At Blackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre, we are specialists in the treatment of patients over the age of 18 with physical and cognitive impairments and/or neuropsychiatric disorders resulting from a brain injury or other neurological condition. We support our patients through assessment, rehabilitation, support and care across two wards and the site is part of the wider Active Care Group Neuro Network (consisting of 25+ sites) nationally and collaborates with local NHS services (such as The Lishman Unit, South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust and the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery, University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust).

We focus on the use of clinical expertise, innovation and technology to meet patients expectations of rehabilitation goals. We were most recently rated as GOOD by the CQC. Our units are Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation Unit (TBIRU) and Heathside Neurodisability Unit (HNDU). TBIRU is a Level 1C primary cognitive-behavioural unit with 19 beds, and HNDU is a Level 2A complex disability unit with 18 beds.

Details

Date posted

18 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8d

Salary

£83,571 to £95,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

004728

Job locations

BLACKHEATH BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION CENTRE

London

Greater London

SE10 8AD


Job description

Job responsibilities

There are two wards in our Blackheath site:Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation UnitandHeathside Unit.Across the two wards we provide assessment, rehabilitation, support and care.

Level 1 Regional Specialist Rehabilitation

This regionally renowned service is for people with complex cognitive and /or behavioural problems following a brain injury or as a result of a neurological condition. They have complex nursing and therapy needs requiring input from a highly specialist Inter-Disciplinary Team, and treatment facilities unlikely to be available locally.

Patients are usually in the very early stages of recovery from their brain injury and are usually admitted from an acute hospital once they are medically stable.

Level 2 Specialist Rehabilitation

This service is suitable for people who require specialist inpatient rehabilitation and have ongoing physical therapy needs.

Our team work closely together to ensure that every team member is working towards the same practical, realistic goals and that all therapies are focused on the areas that will enable patients to achieve those clearly defined and agreed goals.

Our team includes qualified nurses (RMN and RGNs), Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers and sessional visits from a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine and a weekly GP ward round. The clinical team are fully supported by rehabilitation assistants and technicians, administrators, housekeeping and catering staff and a maintenance team.

Conditions we support, but are not limited to:

Acquired Brain Injury

Anoxic Brain Injury

Brain Tumour

Complex Stroke

Traumatic Brain Injury

Inflammatory and infective conditions

What you'll be working:

We can beflexible but you willwork a total of 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

What you'll be doing:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of inpatient neuropsychology services within theBlackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre and Neurological Care Centre. They will manage a small team of onsite clinical and neuropsychologists and we be a member of the Senior Management Team and support in developing strategy, supporting staff well-being and general unit management.

Alongside holding a small complex caseload, the successful applicant will be required to develop guidelines, policies, and pathways within neuropsychology specialty, within the Blackheath service. There will be responsibility for teaching, training, research, and development within the neuropsychology specialty and in partnership with local University programmes.

The successful applicant will provide direct supervision and support to the Blackheath psychology service team and Lead Therapists. They will be be able to provide supervision for staff completing their QiCN training.A particular interest in neuro-behavioural sequelae following brain injury would be beneficial, as would previous experience of working within a Level 1 inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will receive regular support and supervision and a commitment to your on-going CPD.

What to look forward to:

  • Free lunch while on shift
  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
  • Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
  • A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
  • We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
  • Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know
  • and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Job description

Job responsibilities

There are two wards in our Blackheath site:Thames Brain Injury Rehabilitation UnitandHeathside Unit.Across the two wards we provide assessment, rehabilitation, support and care.

Level 1 Regional Specialist Rehabilitation

This regionally renowned service is for people with complex cognitive and /or behavioural problems following a brain injury or as a result of a neurological condition. They have complex nursing and therapy needs requiring input from a highly specialist Inter-Disciplinary Team, and treatment facilities unlikely to be available locally.

Patients are usually in the very early stages of recovery from their brain injury and are usually admitted from an acute hospital once they are medically stable.

Level 2 Specialist Rehabilitation

This service is suitable for people who require specialist inpatient rehabilitation and have ongoing physical therapy needs.

Our team work closely together to ensure that every team member is working towards the same practical, realistic goals and that all therapies are focused on the areas that will enable patients to achieve those clearly defined and agreed goals.

Our team includes qualified nurses (RMN and RGNs), Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Clinical Psychologists, Social Workers and sessional visits from a Consultant in Rehabilitation Medicine and a weekly GP ward round. The clinical team are fully supported by rehabilitation assistants and technicians, administrators, housekeeping and catering staff and a maintenance team.

Conditions we support, but are not limited to:

Acquired Brain Injury

Anoxic Brain Injury

Brain Tumour

Complex Stroke

Traumatic Brain Injury

Inflammatory and infective conditions

What you'll be working:

We can beflexible but you willwork a total of 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday

What you'll be doing:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the coordination and delivery of inpatient neuropsychology services within theBlackheath Brain Injury Rehabilitation Centre and Neurological Care Centre. They will manage a small team of onsite clinical and neuropsychologists and we be a member of the Senior Management Team and support in developing strategy, supporting staff well-being and general unit management.

Alongside holding a small complex caseload, the successful applicant will be required to develop guidelines, policies, and pathways within neuropsychology specialty, within the Blackheath service. There will be responsibility for teaching, training, research, and development within the neuropsychology specialty and in partnership with local University programmes.

The successful applicant will provide direct supervision and support to the Blackheath psychology service team and Lead Therapists. They will be be able to provide supervision for staff completing their QiCN training.A particular interest in neuro-behavioural sequelae following brain injury would be beneficial, as would previous experience of working within a Level 1 inpatient rehabilitation setting.

You will receive regular support and supervision and a commitment to your on-going CPD.

What to look forward to:

  • Free lunch while on shift
  • 25 days plus bank holidays
  • Birthday off
  • Join the Active Learning Hub and benefit from a wide range of e learning and face to face training and development opportunities
  • Active Reward App giving discounts and savings on your weekly shop
  • Free 24 hour confidential Employee Assistance Programme Helpline & App to support with legal, health, wellbeing, relationship and consumer advice
  • A salary sacrifice Aegon 5% matched pension
  • Access to join a Medicash Health Plan for you and your family to save money on everyday health essentials like going to the dentist or opticians
  • We recognise outstanding Active Behaviours via the Active Awards programme
  • Enhanced Sick & Maternity Pay benefits
  • Refer a Friend Scheme and earn yourself up to £1000 by recommending someone you know
  • and, of course, the support and guidance of our qualified clinical and business leadership teams so that you can really develop your career with Active Care Group

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • We are looking for a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with Postdoctoral Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN) and related eligibility for the Division of Neuropsychology Specialist Register in Clinical Neuropsychology (SRCN) via this or the grand-parenting scheme.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • We are looking for a HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist with Postdoctoral Qualification in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN) and related eligibility for the Division of Neuropsychology Specialist Register in Clinical Neuropsychology (SRCN) via this or the grand-parenting scheme.

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

Active Care Group

Address

BLACKHEATH BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION CENTRE

London

Greater London

SE10 8AD


Employer's website

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

Employer details

Employer name

Active Care Group

Address

BLACKHEATH BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION CENTRE

London

Greater London

SE10 8AD


Employer's website

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

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Talent Acquisition Partner - AHPs

Kerry Childs

kerry.childs@activecaregroup.co.uk

Details

Date posted

18 September 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8d

Salary

£83,571 to £95,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

004728

Job locations

BLACKHEATH BRAIN INJURY REHABILITATION CENTRE

London

Greater London

SE10 8AD


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