Principal Psychologist

Overview

In this Principal Psychologist role, you will lead the psychology service for a ward or patient group within Priory Beverley House, delivering high-quality psychological input and shaping care pathways. You will work with the multidisciplinary team to assess, formulate, and provide evidence-based interventions, while supervising Assistant Psychologists. The position combines clinical leadership with service development to enhance psychological care. This site-based role offers a structured, Monday–Friday schedule in a visible, impact-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead the psychology provision for a designated ward or patient group
• Provide high-quality psychological input tailored to individual risks and presentations
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to support patient care
• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, formulation, and evaluation
• Deliver evidence-based interventions (individual and group)
• Provide line management and supervision to Assistant Psychologists
• Contribute to development and delivery of effective psychological care

Key requirements

• HCPC registration as a Psychologist (current)
• Completed postgraduate qualification leading to HCPC registration
• Formal training in at least two therapeutic modalities
• Post-qualification experience and competencies suitable for a Principal Psychologist
• Newly qualified or not HCPC registered would not be eligible

• Collaborative working with multidisciplinary teams
• Leadership and people management
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Psychological assessment and formulation
• Evidence-based psychological interventions (individual and group)
• Supervision and line management of junior staff

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