Overview
Are you ready to join a team of pioneers ready to revolutionise the future of rehabilitation? Do you have a passion for transforming the lives of people who have experienced severe injury or illness? Here at the National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC) you will join an innovative, forward‑thinking team with the collective objective of providing first class rehabilitation to our patients.
About the Role
The Psychological Health team at the NRC undertakes highly specialist assessment, formulation, intervention and research with patients with musculoskeletal and/or neurological conditions. The Assistant Psychologists are involved in all these clinical activities, working with patients individually or in small groups.
We are looking for two people with an aptitude and enthusiasm for applying psychological knowledge, and the people skills to deliver this effectively. You will have an appropriate qualification in psychology, and we would encourage applicants who are able to draw on their lived experience or exposure when working as a psychologist.
The NRC is due to open early 2026. In the meantime the post is based at Linden Lodge at City Hospital.
These posts are primarily based at the NRC, but organisationally it sits within the Department of Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. This means that there are excellent opportunities for learning and career development, and the post‑holder may be required to work into other services in the department if the needs arise.
You may be deployed to other related services at NUH if required by the department.
Your work will be with rehabilitation patients with various health conditions, including musculoskeletal injury or brain injury.
Responsibilities
* Provide specialist assessment, formulation, intervention and advice appropriate to an Assistant Psychologist under the direction and supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.
* Conduct direct clinical activities with patients, their families, or groups of patients.
* Create and prepare resources for use with patients.
* Attend meetings, communicate clearly to the wider team, and bring important information back to colleagues in the Psychological Health team.
* Help organise patient appointments and room booking.
* Work 8am‑4pm, and be on site as expected.
Qualifications & Experience
* Relevant qualification in psychology (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD or equivalent).
* Experience or exposure to working with patients with musculoskeletal or neurological conditions is desirable.
* Strong people skills and ability to apply psychological knowledge effectively.
* Experience in preparing and using clinical resources (preferred).
Benefits & Opportunities
With over 17,000 staff, NRC forms part of the largest NHS trust in the city, offering a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of the local population. We provide a leading role in research, education and innovation, and offer endless personal development opportunities. The role is expected to contribute to a career pathway within the NHS, with opportunities for learning and growth. We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve.
Location & Working Hours
Posts are primarily based at the NRC, but currently situated at Linden Lodge at City Hospital. Working hours are 8am‑4pm and on‑site attendance is required.
Contact
For further details or informal visits, please contact Dr Rob Stephens, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist. Email: robertd.stephens1@nhs.net. Telephone: 0115 924 9924.
For brief discussion about this post, please contact Dr Rob Stephens (robertd.stephens1@nhs.net) or Dr Patrick Vesey (Patrick.Vesey2@nhs.net).
Applicants are welcome to arrange a short visit to the service. For further information about the Trust, visit our website at www.nuh.nhs.uk.
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