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Desirable
Preferably experience of working in a forensic setting, HCR-20 trained and experience in the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model
Registered Psychologist
Priory Hospital CardiffPosted 4 days ago
Part-timeonsite
Job Description
Registered Psychologist
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Permanent - Part Time
Location: Priory Hospital Cardiff
Compensation: £28,950 / year
Description
Priory Hospital Cardiff
Part-Time | 22.5 hours per week | Site based
£28,950 per annum
HCPC Registration
Located just outside Cardiff in South Wales, Priory Hospital Cardiff provides specialist low secure services for males and females with personality disorders, learning disabilities, and mental health needs. Working in partnership with the NHS, the hospital delivers high-quality, person-centred care across three bespoke therapeutic placements, supporting recovery in a safe, least-restrictive environment. With excellent transport links by bus, rail, and motorway, the site is easily accessible from Cardiff and the surrounding areas.
Part-Time | 22.5 hours per week | Site based
£28,950 per annum
HCPC Registration
Located just outside Cardiff in South Wales, Priory Hospital Cardiff provides specialist low secure services for males and females with personality disorders, learning disabilities, and mental health needs. Working in partnership with the NHS, the hospital delivers high-quality, person-centred care across three bespoke therapeutic placements, supporting recovery in a safe, least-restrictive environment. With excellent transport links by bus, rail, and motorway, the site is easily accessible from Cardiff and the surrounding areas.
What you'll be doing
As a Registered Psychologist you’ll work alongside colleagues from Psychiatry, Nursing, Occupational Therapy and Social Work to provide high quality care. The Psychologist we are looking for will be experienced in assessment and formulation to help determine the treatment needs of individual patients.
- Deliver staff training and facilitate reflective practice sessions to support clinical excellence across the service.
- Complete psychological risk assessments and contribute to effective risk management planning.
- Provide evidence-based individual and group interventions tailored to the needs of the patient population.
- Receive peer support and supervision from an established and supportive psychology team based at Llanarth Court.
- Use a creative and compassionate approach to enhance the quality of life and recovery outcomes of patients.
- Support individuals as they progress through their recovery journey and move towards less restrictive environments.
- Benefit from excellent training, development, and career progression opportunities.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
If you wish to discuss the above, please contact a member of our recruitment team at [email protected] or contact our head of therapies for an informal discussion. Karen Redding Head of Psychology and Therapy Services – [email protected] 01873 840555 / 01873 841285
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for this role; this remains under review.
If you wish to discuss the above, please contact a member of our recruitment team at [email protected] or contact our head of therapies for an informal discussion. Karen Redding Head of Psychology and Therapy Services – [email protected] 01873 840555 / 01873 841285
Due to limits on sponsorship allocations, we are not currently in a position to offer sponsorship to new candidates for this role; this remains under review.
What you'll bring to the role
Essential
Post-graduate qualification in psychology and Registration with the HCPC as a Registered Psychologist. The candidate should have experience of working with complex clients and supporting staff teams.
Post-graduate qualification in psychology and Registration with the HCPC as a Registered Psychologist. The candidate should have experience of working with complex clients and supporting staff teams.
Desirable
Preferably experience of working in a forensic setting, HCR-20 trained and experience in the Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) model
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.