Average Clinical Psychologist salary in the UK

Are you an ambitious clinical psychologist looking for a new challenge, career development and a competitive salary? The Cambian Group, the UK’s largest provider of specialist services in education, mental health rehabilitation, and learning disabilities, is looking for a dedicated, caring individual to join the company as a psychologist. Cambian Meeko House is a 12-bedded children’s residential home catering for 12 – 18-year-olds with on-going mental health needs and challenging behaviours that may prevent them from functioning within the community without continued support. There is a school (Home Tree School) on site to support the educational needs of the young people. Job Role We are seeking to recruit a suitably qualified Clinical Psychologists (NHS band 78a equivalent posts to join our team, and can offer a varied and rewarding work in a number of contexts - with an opportunity to help to continue to shape the service and make further improvement. We are keen to hear from qualified psychologists who are interested in working with children and young people with mental health problems, those who have experienced trauma and other adverse Childhood experiences, including Looked After Children. Ideally you will be confident to work independently as a Clinical Psychologist under supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and within a multidisciplinary team that includes Psychiatry, OT, Nursing, Teachers. You will be confident to supervise, train and oversee the work of others to improve psychologically informed practices within the home. The post is advertised for a maximum of 32 hours part time, flexible and week days only. The job role will include the followings: Providing a range of psychological interventions for children and young people using the latest evidence-based practices.Supervising assistant psychologists and psychology graduates (Therapeutic Practitioners) to provide psychological interventionsTo be responsible for assessments (including risk assessments), formulation and recommendations for psychological support.Formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological treatment and management of cases.Training and guidance of support staff to provide psychologically informed practices across the home.To implement a range of evidence-based psychological interventions, making evaluations and decisions about treatment options, and monitoring outcomes to ensure effectiveness for your own caseload as well as supporting/supervising Assistant psychologist and other practitioners in relation to their caseload.To participate in making evidence-based recommendations to the multidisciplinary team regarding assessment, interventions and skills required to deliver the plan of care and expected health/social outcomes whilst also minimising risk.To provide clinical assessments and interventions in line with Cambian policies and  procedures.To maintain adherence to NICE guidelines and best practice clinical standards.To attend and contribute to CMAP meeting, multi-disciplinary meetings and other professional reviews.To maintain accurate records of clinical input.To participate in regular clinical supervisionTo participate in service development initiatives The clinical psychologist will be part of a wider MDT and will have access to a Consultant Psychologist working in our sister site in Newmarket. Candidate Profile Person Specification Essential: Post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent)HCPC registrationA working knowledge of child and adult safeguarding legislationExperience / knowledge of routine clinical outcomes monitoringExperience / knowledge of clinical risk assessmentAn excellent communicator with strong interpersonal skillsThe ability to use a computer competently, with a broad base of IT skillsThe ability to work on your own initiative and prioritise workloadStrong literacy and report writing skills, with excellent accuracy and attention to detailExperience of managing complex caseloads and applying a range of interventions Desirable: Experience of delivering specialist assessments in Autism, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, complex needs and/or challenging behavioursKnowledge of developmental trauma and in supporting families with children who are looked after/adopted To be successful in this role you will be excited by the Cambian vision and values and will relish an opportunity to make a difference. You will need to be a clear communicator, well-organised, confident and capable of managing a complex caseload in a demanding environment. Experience of supervising others and providing training to multi-disciplinary staff is required. Successful candidates will have to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer. Note: Please note, due to changes implemented by the Government to the UK immigration policy, individuals who require a Health and Care Visa or a Skilled Worker Visa may no longer be eligible for sponsorship where the UKVI salary threshold is not met or if the occupation is not included in the updated Immigration Salary List (ISL). Applicants must check their eligibility to be employed in any role they are interested in applying for, prior to completing an application for employment. Any applicants who do not meet the eligibility criteria will not be progressed. Successful candidates will need to meet the person specification in order to be offered this post. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Cambian is an equal opportunities employer.

Location: Hildenboorugh Salary : 55,000 - 62,000 Benefits for the Neuro Psychologist : Permanent contractFull-time or part-timeMulti Disciplinary team - clinical who is highly experiencedStrong workforce of experienced professionals from different clinical fieldsNeuro-rehabilitation hospitalMust be a Clinical Psychologist registered with HCPC NonStop Care is working with a well-established Health and Social Care Provider in Hildenborough Kent, to find a Clinical Psychologist who is passionate for Neurology and would like to work in a rehabilitation hospital. This is a Level 2 Neuro Rehab hospital. All patients - had a pre-assessment, which will determine whether they benefit of staying in the rehab hospital or not. They also have long term patients - This is their home. Hospital is in a beautiful setting - very easy to take the patients outside and nature, sitting with patients outside, in the wooded area, helps with relaxation. The building has all the patients rooms, but they also have individual flats, got their own kitchen, living room. This is part of their rehabilitation - if they got their level of independence, patients are moved into this when independent. Responsibilities of the Neuro Psychologist Band 8a Clinical psychologist Will lead the delivery of neuropsychology interventions for patients with neurological conditionsWorking in a interdisciplinary rehabilitation team Requirements of the Neuro Psychologist: Must have experience working as Clinical Psychologist either in Neuro or Mental healthMust have registration with HCPC as a Clinical PsychologistCandidates with an interest in Neuro, are welcome to apply. Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.

Location: Workington, Cumbria Salary : 70,000 Benefits for the Lead Psychologist : Flexible workingLarge health-care provider - stable and well-established employerWorking in Care Home for Adults in Learning difficulties and AutismDiverse, multi-cultural team of people, inclusive work environmentCareer progression and developmentPermanent postSupportive work-cultureHigh salary of 70,000Good CQC rated homesCan offer visa sponsorship NonStop Care is working with one of the most reputable Health-care providers in Cumbria to help them find a Lead Psychologist for one of their services - Learning Disability and Autism service which provides care and support to 16 adults who have a learning disability and/or mental health needs. You will be working for an amazing company with over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. They have a network of over 90 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education. This is why there is opportunity for you to grow and move. Responsibilities of the Lead Psychologist: You will support across 2 care homes with LD and Autism (one in Kendal, one in Workington) You can be full-time or part-time for whichever home is closerCarry out individual or group interventions, diagnostic, cognitive assessmentsFacilitate staff reflective practice sessionDesign and deliver training Requirements: Must be a driver and have access to own car Must have experience working as Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychologist Must have experience with adults with learning difficulties and autism Please send your CV over to or you can also apply via this web-site. If you believe this opportunity isn't the right fit for you but know someone who would be a great match, we would love to hear from them! We offer a £200 referral bonus through our referral scheme.