Locum Clinical Psychologist
Band 7 – Band 8b | Locum Contract
We are currently recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist (Band 7–8b) to join a specialist service on a locum basis, supporting adults with complex neurological and psychological needs within a rehabilitation setting.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological care. The service provides specialist support to individuals with acquired brain injury and complex presentations, focusing on rehabilitation, recovery, and improved quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
* Deliver specialist psychological assessments, including cognitive, behavioural, and emotional functioning
* Develop formulation-driven care plans and provide evidence-based psychological interventions
* Work collaboratively within an MDT, contributing to care planning and clinical decision-making
* Provide psychological consultation and guidance to the wider team
* Support risk assessment, management, and safeguarding processes
* Maintain high standards of clinical record keeping and documentation
* Contribute to service development, audit, and outcome monitoring
Requirements
* HCPC registration as a Clinical Psychologist
* Experience working with neurological conditions, brain injury, or complex mental health presentations
* Strong skills in assessment, formulation, and therapeutic intervention
* Experience working within multidisciplinary teams
* Ability to work autonomously within a structured clinical framework
Contract Details
* Locum contract
* Band 7 – Band 8b (dependent on experience)
* Full-time or part-time options available
* Flexible working arrangements considered
Why Apply?
* Opportunity to work within a specialist neurorehabilitation setting
* Join a supportive, clinically-led MDT environment
* Gain valuable experience in complex and varied clinical presentations
* Flexible locum opportunity with immediate start available