Consultant Forensic Psychologist
(Full/Part Time – Or on SLA Contract)
Aberavon Hospital, Rushcliffe Care Group
Salary: £90,000 – £120,000 (FTE, dependent on experience)
Full-time preferred. Part-time applications considered.
We are recruiting for a Consultant Forensic Psychologist at Aberavon and Aberdare Hospitals, our secure care services for adults with complex mental health needs and forensic histories. This senior role combines expert clinical practice, strategic leadership, and the opportunity to shape forensic psychological provision in a secure, multi-disciplinary environment.
About Aberavon and Aberdare Hospital
Location: Port Talbot and Aberdare, South Wales
Aberavon and Aberdare Hospital provides rehabilitation and recovery for people with complex, severe and enduring mental health challenges. Referrals will be accepted from low secure hospitals, or lock units, acute admissions, and the Criminal Justice System. Patients may or may not be detained under the Mental Health Act 1983.
Aberavon Hospital is an 18-bedded locked rehabilitation unit for males aged 18 to 65 with Aberdare being a 10 bedded service.
* A primary diagnosis of mental illness or personality disorder, who would benefit from treatment offered within a locked rehabilitation service
* Mental health needs that coexist with learning disabilities, challenging behaviour, or substance misuse
* A history of disengaging from or failing to maintain contact with treatment services
* Rehabilitation needs requiring structured support in preparation for more independent community living
About the Role
This is a full-time post, though part-time applicants will be considered. Salary will be pro-rata for part-time appointments, with the advertised range reflecting the full-time equivalent (£90,000 – £120,000).
As Consultant Forensic Psychologist, you will:
* Lead on structured risk assessments (e.g. HCR-20, RSVP, PCL-R)
* Provide expert forensic formulation and treatment planning
* Deliver and supervise offence-focused interventions
* Contribute to Tribunals, MAPPA processes, and high-risk decision-making forums
* Provide clinical leadership and supervision to the psychology team
* Shape and support service development in line with national guidance
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on care pathway planning
* Contribute to audit, training, and governance processes
About You
Essential:
* HCPC registration as a Forensic Psychologist
* Chartered member of the British Psychological Society
* Doctorate in Forensic Psychology (or equivalent)
* At least 4 years’ post-qualification forensic experience
* Skilled in structured professional judgement tools (e.g. HCR-20, PCL-R, RSVP)
* Experience working with detained, high-risk individuals
* Ability to lead, supervise, and influence clinical teams
* Understanding of secure care, MAPPA, and forensic mental health systems
Desirable:
* Experience in medium or low secure hospital environments
* Training in DBT, EMDR, schema therapy, or similar
* Supervision of trainees
* Experience with service development or policy implementation
Join our team at Rushcliffe Care Group and help us continue to provide exceptional care and service to our residents.
You will be joining Rushcliffe Care, a company with over 35 years of experience in offering the highest levels of care to our most vulnerable in society. Our core values, Reputable Care, Respect and Compassion, Robust Communication and Real Commitment are at the heart of everything we do.
Start making a difference with your career today.
If you are interested in the role, then please apply here (or contact Karen Noon via email at karen.noon@rushcliffecare.co.uk)
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which is covered by Rushcliffe Care.
Equal Opportunities
Rushcliffe Care Group is committed to being an equal opportunities employer. We value diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, in line with the Equality Act 2010.
We encourage applications from all sections of the community, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment decisions are based on individual merit, qualifications, and the needs of the service.
Some roles may have specific requirements, such as physical ability or effective communication in English, due to the nature of the care we provide. These requirements are in place to ensure the safety and well-being of our service users and are applied fairly and proportionately. To support our commitment to equal opportunities, we may collect diversity data as part of the application process. This information is used for monitoring purposes only, is anonymised where appropriate, and does not form part of the selection process.
If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.
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