Job Summary
Lead Clinical Psychologist
Circle Rehabilitation – Birmingham
24 Hours & Permanent (Part‑time, 24 hours a week)
Salary: Up to £56,000.00 FTE per year (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)
Key Responsibilities
* Provide strategic leadership for psychological services within the Rehabilitation Centre and across relevant pathways.
* Act as the senior clinical psychology lead, ensuring safe, evidence‑based, and patient‑centred practice.
* Contribute to hospital and corporate service planning, representing psychological services at senior management forums.
* Lead on outcome measurement, performance indicators, and service development initiatives for psychology.
* Deliver expert psychological assessment and intervention for patients with neurological, psychological, and physical health conditions.
* Use advanced knowledge of neuropsychological, cognitive, behavioural, and systemic models to inform treatment.
About Us
Circle Rehabilitation is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics. The group offers competitive salaries and a wide range of employee benefits.
Benefits
* 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays (increase to 30 days with service)
* Private Pension Scheme
* Private Healthcare Scheme with coverage for pre‑existing conditions
* Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
* Enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption pay
* Non‑contributory life insurance
* Staff engagement hub with discounts and rewards
* Resources, tools & services to support wellbeing
* Employee recognition programmes
* Industry leading training and development opportunities
Details
* Date posted: 30 October 2025
* Band: 8a
* Salary: Up to £56,000.00 per annum (depending on experience)
* Contract: Permanent
* Working pattern: Part‑time, Flexible working (24 hours per week)
* Reference number: E0196-25-0081
* Job location: Circle Rehabilitation, Birmingham – 25 Pebble Mill Rd, Birmingham B5 7SA
WHO ARE WE
* We are Circle Health Group – the number one independent provider of hospital services in the UK, with over 50 hospitals and 6,000 specialists.
* We deliver high‑quality, safe, accessible, and affordable healthcare.
* We are committed to innovation and patient‑focused care.
WHO ARE YOU
* A senior clinical psychologist with advanced expertise in neuropsychology, rehabilitation, and physical health.
* A passion for leading psychological services focused on patients and families.
* A role model for professional excellence and a team builder.
* A professional who influences service development and strategy at both site and organisational levels.
WHAT DO YOU DO
Clinical Leadership and Strategy
* Provide strategic leadership for psychological services within the Rehabilitation Centre and across relevant pathways.
* Act as the senior clinical psychology lead, ensuring safe, evidence‑based, and patient‑centred practice.
* Contribute to hospital and corporate service planning, representing psychological services at senior management forums.
* Lead on outcome measurement, performance indicators, and service development initiatives for psychology.
Clinical Assessment and Intervention
* Deliver expert psychological assessment and intervention for patients with neurological, psychological, and physical health conditions.
* Use advanced knowledge of neuropsychological, cognitive, behavioural, and systemic models to inform treatment.
* Provide specialist formulations to guide MDT case planning and rehabilitation pathways.
* Support complex cases, providing senior‑level expertise for decision‑making and care planning.
Teamwork and Staff Support
* Lead and nurture a team of psychologists, trainees, and assistants, ensuring effective supervision, appraisal, and development.
* Provide reflective practice, consultation, and psychological input to support the wellbeing of the wider MDT.
* Deliver teaching, training, and psycho‑education for staff, families, and carers on psychological aspects of rehabilitation and recovery.
* Provide debriefing or staff support following difficult or distressing clinical events.
Governance, Quality and Risk Management
* Ensure all psychological practice complies with HCPC/BPS standards, safeguarding, and Circle Health Group governance frameworks.
* Lead on audits, research, and service evaluation to monitor quality and embed continuous improvement.
* Maintain accurate and timely documentation and ensure consistent use of outcome measures and EHR systems.
* Advise hospital leadership on psychological risk management, safeguarding, and ethical issues.
Service Development and Research
* Drive innovation in rehabilitation psychology, piloting and embedding new evidence‑based practices.
* Lead on research and publication, contributing to national and international best practice in neurorehabilitation.
* Actively contribute to the growth and reputation of the service, working with consultants and external partners to shape clinical pathways.
* Develop partnerships with academic institutions to support teaching, research, and workforce development.
Essential Qualifications
* Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) recognised by the HCPC.
* HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical).
* Significant post‑qualification experience in neuropsychology, complex rehabilitation, or physical health settings.
* Demonstrated leadership experience in managing psychology services or teams.
* Expertise in neuropsychological assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, and therapeutic approaches (CBT, ACT, systemic).
* Strong knowledge of the psychological impact of neurological conditions, trauma, and disability.
* Evidence of service development, audit, and research experience.
* Proven ability to influence at senior levels and work effectively within a complex MDT.
Desirable Qualifications
* Postdoctoral training in Clinical Neuropsychology.
* Experience working in inpatient or residential neurorehabilitation.
* Evidence of publications or presentations in rehabilitation psychology.
* Training in specialist models (EMDR, CAT, family/systemic therapy).
* Experience contributing to corporate‑level service development or strategy.
What sort of person are you?
* Great communicator with different people at different levels.
* Excellent judge and decision maker.
* Highly effective problem solver.
* Proactive and driven to succeed.
* Punctual, committed and reliable.
* Flexible and adaptable.
What else?
* This is intended as an outline of the general areas of activity and may change with future developments.
* Maintain knowledge and conduct duties responsibly with guidance of the Health & Safety at Work Act.
* Treat all patient information as confidential and only breach confidence if a patient or staff member is at risk of harm.
Health & Safety / Confidentiality
Maintain knowledge of the Health and Safety at Work Act and ensure appropriate measures for staff, visitors and contractors. Provide access to confidential material only to authorised persons and protect patient information. Failure to observe these rules may result in disciplinary action including dismissal.
Opportunities with Circle Health Group
Circle Health Group is committed to creating a diverse workforce and inclusive opportunities for all colleagues. Our values include being selfless, compassionate, committed, collaborative, brave, agile, tenacious and creative, which form the core of our purpose and culture.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A submission for disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service is required to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Circle Health Group
Circle Rehabilitation, Birmingham
25 Pebble Mill Rd
Birmingham B5 7SA
Website: https://www.circlehealth.co.uk/
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