Practitioner PsychologistLocation: Bolton
Working Hours: Monday - Friday (Flexibile HGours)
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: £51,680 - £74,290
About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
About the role
We haveanexciting opportunityforaPractitioner Psychologist to join a dynamic, forward-thinking, and values-driven organisation. This is your chance to help shape the future of service delivery, explore your specialist interests, and drive meaningful system change.
As part of our expandingNational Psychological Services Team,you'llhave the flexibility and support to develop and tailor our services to meet the evolving needs of the people we work with. Ifyou'relooking for a role where your voice matters and your work trulymakesa differencewe’dlove to hear from you.
Be part of something extraordinary.
Join a passionate frontline team working with peoplewho’vefaced some of life’s toughest challenges, including problem substance use and traumaand help them rewrite their stories.
You'llbe part of a local team driven by compassion, purpose, and a shared belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and build a life of meaningfor themselves and their families.
Ifyou'reready to make a real, lasting impactthis is where your work truly matters.
Step into a role whereyou’llshape minds, guide teams, and drive change.
As aPsychologist,you’llbe at the heart of our service-delivering direct support, leading supervision, and shaping training across teams.
Ifyou’reready to bring compassion, clinical skill, and forward-thinking energy-we’dlove to have you on board.
You will need:
1. Doctorate or equivalent as a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic or Health Psychologist accredited by the BPS or Post graduate qualification in CBT, Psychotherapy, psychodynamictherapyor systemic therapy
2. Registration as a qualified Practitioner Psychologist by the HCPC or have registration with a Professional Standards Authority (PSA)accredited organisation e.g. accreditation with BACP /UKCP reg (or equivalent).
3. Experience indelivering highlyspecialist psychological assessments.
4. Experience of working therapeutically with people who use drugs and alcohol.
5. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken.
6. Experience of delivering workshops/training/group-work/reflective practice.
What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
7. 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
8. Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
9. Life assurance (3× annual salary)
10. Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
11. Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
12. Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
13. 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
14. Recognition and long service awards via our and portals
15. £500 bonus
16. Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
17. Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
18. Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team:
Closing Date:
2026-06-22