Job Summary
Registered clinical or counselling psychologist or CBT therapist with experience in an acute hospital environment using CBT/ACT/CFT approaches (EMDR a plus) is sought for a Band 7 0.8 WTE position at Royal Marsden Sutton.
Main Responsibilities
* Provide structured therapies (CBT/ACT/CFT) to adult cancer patients within the Adult Psychological Support Service.
* Conduct clinical assessments and develop evidence‑based interventions addressing the complex physical and psychological impacts of cancer.
* Work autonomously within professional guidelines and trust policies.
* Offer specialist advice and consultation through psychosocial meetings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and clinic attendance.
* Utilise research skills for audits, policy and service development.
* Develop, organise and deliver specialist psychological education and training for multi‑professionals and patients’ carers.
* Provide clinical supervision to trainee psychologists, assistant psychologists, clinical nurse specialists and other healthcare team members.
Qualifications & Experience
Essential:
* Registered clinical or counselling psychologist or CBT therapist with acute settings experience.
* Experience using CBT/ACT/CFT approaches (EMDR preferred).
* Experience with individuals with long‑term, life‑threatening physical illness.
* Multicultural experience and professional discrimination‑free practice.
Desirable:
* Training in additional specialised areas such as EMDR, survivorship issues in cancer care or physical health.
* Recognised supervision qualification or training.
* Experience in palliative care, HIV, critical care or evidence of research productivity.
About The Trust
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world‑leading cancer centre with two hospitals (Chelsea, London and Sutton, Surrey) and a medical day‑care unit. We employ over 4,500 staff across various disciplines and provide a stimulating, dynamic workplace with learning and development opportunities.
Working Conditions
* Band 7, 0.8 WTE (4 days) with flexibility (3–5 days).
* Contract: Permanent, Part‑time.
* Salary: £53,751 to £60,651 a year pro‑rata.
* Location: Royal Marsden Sutton, Sutton SM2 5PT.
Contact & Application
Contact Dr Jennie Baxter, Highly Specialist Counselling Psychologist at jennie.baxter@rmh.nhs.uk or 020 8661 3006. Submit application with a personal statement limited to 600 words.
Requirements
Current UK professional registration; Disclosure and Barring Service check required; Application reviewed in accordance with HM EEO statements.
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