Overview
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We are seeking to recruit a practitioner psychologist to join our inpatient learning disability service. We are offering this as a full-time Band 7 to 8a development (preceptorship) role, and welcome applications from newly qualifying psychologists.
The successful candidate will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the Najurally assessment and treatment unit for adults with a learning disability. This is a fast paced and dynamic environment with opportunities to apply a range of psychological skills. There is a committed multi-disciplinary team delivering clinical expertise for patients experiencing acute mental health problems and behaviors that challenge. You will work alongside an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist to deliver psychological assessment, intervention, Positive Behaviour Support, training, staff support and embed trauma-informed practice. This role offers excellent opportunities for developing skills in consultation, informing and educating, clinical leadership and embedding compassionate, psychologically informed care. There is a strong emphasis on quality improvement, service development, personal and professional development.
Responsibilities
* Provide specialist evidence based psychological assessment, formulation & therapy, making autonomous clinical decisions about own professional practice.
* Provide clinical leadership, supervision, consultation and advice on psychological therapies.
* Provide clinical consultation and advice to healthcare professionals across all localities.
* Support adherence to relevant NICE guidance and clinical governance arrangements.
* To ensure the clinical effectiveness of own practice and of service functioning by undertaking research and development activities relevant to the service area.
* Work with the Team/Clinical Manager on service development, leading research and development activities.
Qualifications and requirements
* Experience or interest in working with adults with learning disabilities in an inpatient setting.
* Welcomes applications from newly qualifying psychologists.
* Band 7 to 8a development (preceptorship) arrangement with ongoing professional development.
Additional information
* Closing Date: 23rd September 2025
* Shortlisting Date: 24th September 2025
* Interview Date: TBC
Benefits
* We will consider a variety of flexible working arrangements to enable staff to balance their work and home lives and support staff by offering a fantastic range of benefits including:
* Increased mileage rates for > 3500
* A wide range of health and wellbeing support packages
* A range of internal and external development and learning opportunities
* Plus many more.
* We are proud to pledge our support to the Armed Forces and hold a Bronze Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
* BDCFT is dedicated to environmental and social sustainability through our Green Plan; staff are encouraged to participate in training and to identify and implement sustainable quality improvement.
Compliance
Please note that the Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy before the closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received. It is in the candidates best interest to apply as soon as possible.
Right to Work in the UK: Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment you must notify your manager if your right to work status changes. Regrettably if the role is not eligible for sponsorship, the Trust is unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa.
As a condition of continuous employment, it is essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust. Any change to your right-to-work status may impact eligibility for employment. You must promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes and provide necessary documentation.
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