We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our integrated Mental Healthcare team at HMP Leicester, a category B remand prison, and HMP Gartree, a Category B prison, both based in Leicestershire. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop the Psychology services on both sites working alongside the experienced integrated mental health teams. This role would be suitable for an experienced Psychologist familiar with adult mental health presentations, neurodiversity, and historic trauma. Suitable applicants must be familiar with trauma-informed approaches and enjoy working as part of a team.
Hours
Monday to Friday, 2 days at HMP Leicester, 3 days at HMP Gartree
Salary
This is a full-time role offering up to £65,000 per annum depending on experience
How will we support you?
* Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
* Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
* Support from the wider Psychological Therapies team
* Support with ISW training
* Post-doctoral training and supervision
Candidates are required to have a legal right to work in the UK, and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.
Main duties of the job
* Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) in the form of training, supervision, and reflective practice
* Undertake psychological assessments and support complex multi-disciplinary formulations
* Deliver and oversee the delivery of 1:1 psychological interventions and group interventions as part of the Trauma-Informed 'Making Sense' Programme
* Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required
* Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation, and research profile as appropriate
Additional benefits include:
* Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
* Support for professional development
* 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial support
* Free gym use
* Free on-site parking
About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders, and immigration removal centres. We are the UK's leading independent provider of NHS services in secure environments, serving over 40,000 patients. Our purpose is to unlock your best work life, and we value integrity, diversity, and continuous improvement. We seek caring, compassionate, and driven professionals to help us achieve a fair and inclusive healthcare access for all.
Qualifications required
* Qualified clinical, counselling, or forensic psychologist
* Registered with the HCPC
* Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one psychological therapy mode relevant to severe and long-standing mental health difficulties
* Experience of providing evidence-based psychological interventions
* Experience working in multidisciplinary teams with trauma-informed practice
Job description
Job responsibilities
As a qualified, HCPC-registered Psychologist, your responsibilities will include:
* Providing clinical support and supervision to the IMHT
* Conducting psychological assessments and supporting complex formulations
* Delivering psychological interventions and overseeing group programs
* Training healthcare and prison staff as needed
* Engaging in audit, evaluation, and research activities
Secure environments are challenging but rewarding. If you want to develop your healthcare skills and learn daily in a dynamic environment, this role is ideal.
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