Job summary

Do you want to be part of a large, dynamic, integrated children's therapy service? We are transforming our service, and an exciting opportunity has arisen for newly qualified Speech and Language Therapists to join our innovative and friendly Children's Therapy team.

We have roles available within the Southampton and South West Hampshire area.

HIOWH Children's Therapy Service has an integrated model of care across Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry working together to provide holistic support with children and their families at the centre of what we do. We have excellent working relationships with early years services, schools, health and social care colleagues. This enables us to support children and the wider community to develop creative and innovative ways of working together to better meet the needs of both the child and their family.

We can support you to develop your clinical and leadership skills by offering:

*A friendly and supportive network of colleagues

*Clinical supervision and joint working opportunities

*Regular peer supervision with colleagues across the team.

*Professional training and update days with colleagues across the region.

*Training and development opportunities

Main duties of the job

HIOWH NHS Foundation Trust's Integrated Children's Therapy service is for children aged 0-19 who experience challenges with Physical disability, daily functional activities, eating and drinking skills, speech, language, and communication.

This is a community service delivered in children's homes, pre-school settings, Children's Centres, mainstream schools, special schools, and community clinics.

Physiotherapists, podiatry, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists work together with children and their families as part of multi-agency teams with Health Care professionals across acute and community services, Education, social care colleagues and Equipment providers, to enable children achieve their therapy goals.

Please see job description for more detail.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *BSc Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent
• *Registered member RCSLT
• *HCPC Registration

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Do you want to be part of a large, dynamic, integrated children's therapy service? We are transforming our service, and an exciting opportunity has arisen for Speech and Language Therapists to join our innovative and friendly Children's Therapy team.

We have roles available within the North and Mid Hampshire area (based in Basingstoke, Winchester or Aldershot) and the Portsmouth and South East area (based in Portsmouth or Fareham).

HIOWH Children's Therapy Service has an integrated model of care across Speech and Language Therapy, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Podiatry working together to provide holistic support with children and their families at the centre of what we do. We have excellent working relationships with early years services, schools, health and social care colleagues. This enables us to support children and the wider community to develop creative and innovative ways of working together to better meet the needs of both the child and their family.

We can support you to develop your clinical and leadership skills by offering:

*A friendly and supportive network of colleagues

*Clinical supervision and joint working opportunities

*Regular peer supervision with colleagues across the team.

*Professional training and update days with colleagues across the region.

*Training and development opportunities

Main duties of the job

HIOWH NHS Foundation Trust's Integrated Children's Therapy service is for children aged 0-19 who experience challenges with Physical disability, daily functional activities, eating and drinking skills, speech, language, and communication.

This is a community service delivered in children's homes, pre-school settings, Children's Centres, mainstream schools, special schools, and community clinics.

Physiotherapists, podiatry, Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists work together with children and their families as part of multi-agency teams with Health Care professionals across acute and community services, Education, social care colleagues and Equipment providers, to enable children achieve their therapy goals.

Please see job description for more detail.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• *BSc Speech and Language Therapy degree or equivalent
• *Registered member RCSLT
• *HCPC Registration

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

In line with the government's priority to increase access and availability of mental health and wellbeing support for children and young people, the 'Recruit to Train' Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) therapist role is an exciting opportunity for experienced mental health clinicians to develop their clinical skills and deliver evidence-based interventions for children and young people, working across both educational settings and healthcare sectors in England.

This post provides the opportunity to complete the Children and Young People Improving Access to Psychological Therapies (CYP-IAPT) post graduate diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) that is being run in collaboration with the University of Reading. Successful candidates will be employed on a full-time, fixed-term, 15 month contract with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The successful candidates will study at the University of Reading, learning how to deliver CBT interventions for young people with anxiety or depression. They will also be working within one of our MHSTs for the duration of the one-year university course and would split their time between attending university teaching days and carrying out clinical work within their teams. After successful completion of the course, the fixed term training contract will end. However, applicants would be encouraged to apply for any vacant posts within the service.

Main duties of the job

Location: To be confirmed on offer of appointment, however bases will be within one of the Hampshire CAMHS geographical areas:

*Mid North: Basingstoke, Hook and Odiham, Alton and Petersfield and surrounding areas, Andover and Winchester, Meon and surrounding areas

*West: Eastleigh, Romsey and District and New Forest and surrounding areas

*South East: Fareham, Havant and Gosport and surrounding areas

Please state in the application which area is your preference.

There will be an expectation to travel across sites within your local geographical area and to the University of Reading.

The CBT course provides a thorough and robust cognitive behavioural theoretical base with particular focus on the protocols with the soundest evidence. In addition to providing practical, intensive and detailed skills training to facilitate skill development to a defined standard of competency, the course will aim to increase trainees' knowledge base of theory and research in CBT and to promote a critical approach to the subject. It will aim to equip trainees to become skilled, creative and independent CBT practitioners who appropriately value and adhere to treatment protocols with fidelity. We provide a BABCP level 2 postgraduate diploma in CBT.

The training involves teaching blocks as well as weekly teaching and supervision days at the University of Reading. Applicants must be willing and able to travel.

About us

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides joined-up mental and physical healthcare for around two million people across our communities. With over 13,000 staff working in the community and local hospitals, we deliver care at every stage of life, helping people live their best and healthiest lives.

Our mental health services include community-based support and early intervention in psychosis (EIP) for both adults and young people, alongside a network of specialist inpatient wards covering forensic, learning disability, eating disorder and older person's care.

We deliver extensive physical health services too, from urgent community response teams helping frail and older patients remain safely at home, to hospitals at home teams providing acute-level care in familiar surroundings. Our neurological services offer rehabilitation and treatment for conditions including Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's Disease, Motor Neurone Disease, Head Injury, Cerebral Palsy and Stroke. Across Hampshire, our community hospitals provide inpatient rehabilitation as a step down from acute care, and our dedicated teams also staff Treetops Sexual Assault Referral Centre in Portsmouth, offering expert, compassionate support.

Everything we do is underpinned by our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence

Job description

Job responsibilities

Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. It is important to us that we ensure our recruitment processes are accessible and inclusive to everyone - if as a potential candidate you are concerned a person specification may prevent or restrict your application for employment as a result of unintentional barriers on the grounds of your sex, race, age, sexual orientation, religion/belief or disability please initially contact the Trust's Recruitment team - detailed in the advert. The Trust will seek to resolve this issue wherever possible.

We are happy to talk Flexible Working - all requests for flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Bachelor's degree from a UK university or equivalent in a relevant subject e.g. psychology, social work AND a registerable professional qualification in a relevant subject (e.g. psychology, social work, nursing, psychotherapy) from a UK university or equivalent.
• OR
• Applications may be considered from those with a relevant first degree who do not have a registerable professional training if they have substantial experience in a CAMHS or equivalent setting and evidence of meeting the Knowledge Skills and Attitude (KSA) requirements of BABCP.

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our Radiology Nursing Team focusing on our Interventional Services at a time of investment and development.

You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver high standards of care within the imaging modalities of Interventional Radiology, Fluoroscopy, CT and Ultrasound. The varied nature of this speciality means there is always something new and interesting to learn.

This is an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to develop their career and skills within the Imaging Speciality to deliver the highest standards of care during Interventional Procedures. The post consists of a variety of roles as we provide a nurse-led interventional service. These include working as a scrub nurse, circulating and managing patient care pre and post procedure. You will also ensure patients are booked in a timely manner, pre-assessed, fully informed of the procedure and prepped accordingly. You will also assist the Band 7 Nurse Manager in the management of the nursing team, the day-to-day duties of the Radiology Department and ensure patient lists are running smoothly.

Previous radiology or other relevant experience is essential.

Main duties of the job

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

Where applicable, the post-holder will deputise in the absence of the nursing manager, managing staff and physical resources effectively.

Be conversant with all policies and procedures.

Act as an accountable role model, demonstrating high levels of clinical expertise, leadership, managing and delivering individual high quality patient care and acting as patient advocate throughout Interventional Procedures.

The post-holder is expected to carry out all relevant forms of care without direct supervision, supervise registered and unregistered staff whilst maintaining a safe working environment.

Many inpatients are acutely unwell requiring emergency procedures/imaging, the post-holder must be confident in managing these patients in the isolated environment of the radiology environment.

The post-holder must be confident supporting out-patients who experience allergic reactions/anaphylaxis or become acutely unwell whilst in the radiology department.

Contribute to the operational and strategic development of Interventional Radiology services whilst ensuring delivery of the clinical governance agenda of the West Suffolk Hospital Trust.

The postholder will be expected to scrub alongside the Consultant Interventional Radiologist in our interventional theatre delivering minimally invasive, image guided procedures.

About us

#BeKnown at West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust. By us. By our patients. By our community

We are a busy, friendly, rural NHS Trust providing high-quality care and compassion to more than a quarter of a million people across west Suffolk. We care for, treat and support people in hospital, at home and in various community settings.

The West Suffolk Hospital in Bury St Edmunds provides acute and secondary care services (emergency department, maternity and neonatal services, day surgery unit, eye treatment centre, Macmillan unit and children's ward). It has 500+ beds and is a partner teaching hospital of the University of Cambridge.

Adult and paediatric community services, provided in collaboration with West Suffolk Alliance partners, include a range of nursing, therapy, specialist, and ongoing temporary care and rehabilitation, some at our Newmarket Community Hospital.

We do our utmost to achieve outstanding clinical outcomes for patients and our values of fairness, inclusivity, respect, safety and team work guide how we work and behave as a team.

With nearly 5,000 staff, from all over the world, we strive to make our organisation a great place to work. Whatever your role or ambition, we want to help you be the best you can be.

We promote a diverse and inclusive community where everyones voice counts and you can #BeKnown for whoever you are.

Join us. What will you #BeKnown for?

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year Per annum, pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

179-7971760-C

Job locations

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

1.Communication:

Assist in the development of communication systems and maintain existing effective systems within the clinical area, with nursing, the multi-disciplinary team and support services staff.

Ensure effective communication takes place between patients and /or relatives and staff.

Participate and communicate effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary.

Report and document relevant information, using their initiative and communication skills to liaise with the Radiology Department, the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals. They must be confident and competent to react to any concerns immediately.

Promote effective communication with ward/departmental staff and multidisciplinary teams by maximising the use of available communication hubs.

2.Clinical Duties:

Act as a role model in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care for patients.

Review and evaluate the care given by other team members, ensuring that realistic goals are set in partnership with the patient, and interventions enable the achievement of optimal outcomes.

Identify the need for changes in practice and the implications (including budget). There may be a need for some weekend working to achieve Government and Trust targets.

Ensure an approach to care which recognises the needs and views of patients and their carers.

Ensure an approach to care which minimises clinical risk and maximises clinical effectiveness.

Ensure that clinical and other untoward incidents are reported through the Trusts incident reporting mechanism and that staff are supported in this process.

Assist in the investigation of clinical incidents and errors and to identify and support any required change to nursing practice.

Contributes to policy and practice changes arising from e.g complaints, audits.

Ensure that protective clothing is worn and that radiation protection is adhered to during procedures.

Assist in the investigation of complaints through the Trusts complaint procedure, using these as a learning opportunity and support the Nursing Manager to change practice as a result, when appropriate.

Assist the Nursing Manager in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols, which are regularly audited.

Support the development of multidisciplinary clinical audit at unit level.

Responsible for clinical assessment and management of patients attending the radiology department who experience unexpected clinical events, ensuring appropriate care is provided and concerns are escalated as indicated.

Ensure the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of patients/clients, relatives and colleagues are respected at all times.

Monitor and support patients undergoing complex interventional radiology procedures acting as scrub nurse as required following completion of competencies as required.

Responsible for the timely booking of, pre-assessment and prep of patients undergoing interventional procedures in the radiology department following a period of induction.

Liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary teams across the trust to ensure timely interventions as required.

4. Governance:

To actively promote the development of evidence-based practice.

To ensure that all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them

Exercise professional accountability and uphold the NMC Code of Professional Conduct.

Use reflection to formulate and prioritise areas for self-development.

Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning.

Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines.

5. Finance and Resources:

Oversee the management/ordering of stock for interventional procedures, liaising closely with procurement, colleagues and external agencies to ensure appropriate levels/requirements are maintained and rotated as appropriate escalating any shortages/concerns to the Radiology Nursing Manager/Consultant Radiologist.

Act as signatory, authorising and processing overtime/bank shifts for nursing team.

6. Leadership and management:

Ensure that a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on an assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, identifying priorities and realistic goals involving patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team.

Utilise leadership skills ensuring the department runs smoothly in the absence of the Radiology Nursing Manager.

Assist and support the Radiology Nursing Manager in the overall management of the area.

Supervise and monitor the work of staff within the department, ensuring that practice is evidence based and agreed policies are adhered to.

Co-ordinate care across the department deploying staff and prioritising as necessary.

Ensure that staff rotas are planned to provide adequate staffing cover. Identify when shortfalls occur or are likely to occur and take remedial action.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to manage resources within the agreed budgets.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager in recruitment and selection of staff following agreed personnel policies.

Be fully conversant with policies and procedures, including major accident, fire, health and safety, disciplinary, complaints and grievance and follows these as necessary.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to identify and manage performance issues including attendance, professional conduct, capability etc.

Actively promote professional development amongst staff within the area.

Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to ensure all staff have agreed objectives and personal development plans utilising the trusts appraisals process.

Please see job description attached to view main duties of role and man responsibilities.

Job description Job responsibilities 1.Communication: Assist in the development of communication systems and maintain existing effective systems within the clinical area, with nursing, the multi-disciplinary team and support services staff. Ensure effective communication takes place between patients and /or relatives and staff. Participate and communicate effectively with the inter-professional team and other agencies as necessary. Report and document relevant information, using their initiative and communication skills to liaise with the Radiology Department, the multi-disciplinary team and other professionals. They must be confident and competent to react to any concerns immediately. Promote effective communication with ward/departmental staff and multidisciplinary teams by maximising the use of available communication hubs. 2.Clinical Duties: Act as a role model in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individual programmes of care for patients. Review and evaluate the care given by other team members, ensuring that realistic goals are set in partnership with the patient, and interventions enable the achievement of optimal outcomes. Identify the need for changes in practice and the implications (including budget). There may be a need for some weekend working to achieve Government and Trust targets. Ensure an approach to care which recognises the needs and views of patients and their carers. Ensure an approach to care which minimises clinical risk and maximises clinical effectiveness. Ensure that clinical and other untoward incidents are reported through the Trusts incident reporting mechanism and that staff are supported in this process. Assist in the investigation of clinical incidents and errors and to identify and support any required change to nursing practice. Contributes to policy and practice changes arising from e.g complaints, audits. Ensure that protective clothing is worn and that radiation protection is adhered to during procedures. Assist in the investigation of complaints through the Trusts complaint procedure, using these as a learning opportunity and support the Nursing Manager to change practice as a result, when appropriate. Assist the Nursing Manager in the setting of evidence-based clinical practice standards, guidelines and protocols, which are regularly audited. Support the development of multidisciplinary clinical audit at unit level. Responsible for clinical assessment and management of patients attending the radiology department who experience unexpected clinical events, ensuring appropriate care is provided and concerns are escalated as indicated. Ensure the privacy, dignity and confidentiality of patients/clients, relatives and colleagues are respected at all times. Monitor and support patients undergoing complex interventional radiology procedures acting as scrub nurse as required following completion of competencies as required. Responsible for the timely booking of, pre-assessment and prep of patients undergoing interventional procedures in the radiology department following a period of induction. Liaising closely with the multi-disciplinary teams across the trust to ensure timely interventions as required. 4. Governance: To actively promote the development of evidence-based practice. To ensure that all accidents, incidents and complaints are reported and to assist in the investigation of them Exercise professional accountability and uphold the NMC Code of Professional Conduct. Use reflection to formulate and prioritise areas for self-development. Develop and maintain own professional knowledge and skills through lifelong learning. Works within codes of practice and professional guidelines. 5. Finance and Resources: Oversee the management/ordering of stock for interventional procedures, liaising closely with procurement, colleagues and external agencies to ensure appropriate levels/requirements are maintained and rotated as appropriate escalating any shortages/concerns to the Radiology Nursing Manager/Consultant Radiologist. Act as signatory, authorising and processing overtime/bank shifts for nursing team. 6. Leadership and management: Ensure that a high standard of nursing is delivered by self and others based on an assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care, identifying priorities and realistic goals involving patients, relatives and the multi-disciplinary team. Utilise leadership skills ensuring the department runs smoothly in the absence of the Radiology Nursing Manager. Assist and support the Radiology Nursing Manager in the overall management of the area. Supervise and monitor the work of staff within the department, ensuring that practice is evidence based and agreed policies are adhered to. Co-ordinate care across the department deploying staff and prioritising as necessary. Ensure that staff rotas are planned to provide adequate staffing cover. Identify when shortfalls occur or are likely to occur and take remedial action. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to manage resources within the agreed budgets. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager in recruitment and selection of staff following agreed personnel policies. Be fully conversant with policies and procedures, including major accident, fire, health and safety, disciplinary, complaints and grievance and follows these as necessary. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to identify and manage performance issues including attendance, professional conduct, capability etc. Actively promote professional development amongst staff within the area. Assist the Radiology Nursing Manager to ensure all staff have agreed objectives and personal development plans utilising the trusts appraisals process. Please see job description attached to view main duties of role and man responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education and qualifications

Essential

• Good standard of secondary education.
• Part 1 of the NMC register.
• ENB 998 or equivalent.
• ILS
• PILS (or willingness to undertake)
• Keyboard/computer skills
• AIMS

Desirable

• Leadership qualification
• Conscious sedation training (or willingness to undertake

Experience and knowledge

Essential

• Competent nursing skills and experience in an acute setting.
• Good knowledge of the role of the radiology nurse.
• Interventional Radiology theatre scrub/nursing experience.
• Knowledge of research and audit
• Extensive knowledge of IR equipment/procedures/embolic agents.

Desirable

• Supervisory or management experience.
• Awareness of health and safety as it applies to radiology.
• Knowledge of procurement processes eg integra/nhs supply chain.

Skills and abilities

Essential

• Ability to communicate with all grades of staff.
• Confident, assertive but diplomatic and approachable.
• Possess excellent leadership skills.
• Committed to own personal development.
• Ability to use own initiative in the absence of the radiology nursing manager.
• Adaptable and able to multitask.
• Support other members of staff.
• Able to carry out staff appraisals.

Desirable

• Ambitious
• Commitment to own personal development.
• Able to work under pressure
• Certificate in cannulation/IV therapy passport

Personal qualities

Essential

• Flexible approach to working hours and duties.
• Good time keeping.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Able to work independently and within a team.
• Occupational Health clearance to carry out duties of role.
• Ability to work under pressure and deliver against objectives.
• To be adaptable and cope with stressful situations.

Desirable

• Ability to identify personal development needs.
• Responds well to change and innovation.
• Ability to motivate others

Person Specification Education and qualifications Essential Good standard of secondary education. Part 1 of the NMC register. ENB 998 or equivalent. ILS PILS (or willingness to undertake) Keyboard/computer skills AIMS Desirable Leadership qualification Conscious sedation training (or willingness to undertake Experience and knowledge Essential Competent nursing skills and experience in an acute setting. Good knowledge of the role of the radiology nurse. Interventional Radiology theatre scrub/nursing experience. Knowledge of research and audit Extensive knowledge of IR equipment/procedures/embolic agents. Desirable Supervisory or management experience. Awareness of health and safety as it applies to radiology. Knowledge of procurement processes eg integra/nhs supply chain. Skills and abilities Essential Ability to communicate with all grades of staff. Confident, assertive but diplomatic and approachable. Possess excellent leadership skills. Committed to own personal development. Ability to use own initiative in the absence of the radiology nursing manager. Adaptable and able to multitask. Support other members of staff. Able to carry out staff appraisals. Desirable Ambitious Commitment to own personal development. Able to work under pressure Certificate in cannulation/IV therapy passport Personal qualities Essential Flexible approach to working hours and duties. Good time keeping. Excellent communication skills. Able to work independently and within a team. Occupational Health clearance to carry out duties of role. Ability to work under pressure and deliver against objectives. To be adaptable and cope with stressful situations. Desirable Ability to identify personal development needs. Responds well to change and innovation. Ability to motivate others

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust

Address

West Suffolk Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Hardwick Lane

Bury St. Edmunds

IP33 2QZ

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.wsh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Families First Programme in Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

The Department for Education's Families First Programme will deliver system-wide reform in children's safeguarding, in line with the Children's Wellbeing and Schools Act 2026. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is committed to working with safeguarding partners to fully implement the programme. In collaboration with Trafford Local Authority Children's Social Care and Trafford Integrated Care Board, MFT has established the Families First Programme Operational Lead post to provide operational leadership and translate Families First priorities into effective operational delivery in the Multi Agency Child Protection Hubs and the Family Help workstreams.

Main duties of the job

The Families First Operational Lead will

o Lead the operational scoping, design, testing and implementation of the NHS contribution to both the Multi Agency Child Protection Teams (MACPT) and Family Help workstreams, acting as the named statutory healthcare professional for MFT within the MACPT structure.

o Pilot and test new ways of working for the NHS contribution to Multi-Agency Child Protection Teams and Family Help arrangements across Trafford.

About us

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe - what better place to shape and develop your leadership career. We deliver care to over 1 million patients & users each year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. Our 30,000 plus strong workforce is central to our success and innovation.You will play a pivotal part in supporting our operational excellence and strategic ambitions. You'll work collaboratively with clinical and non-clinical teams, driving improvements that enhance patient experience, staff wellbeing, and service efficiency across the Trust.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, ideas, and expertise are valued. You'll have access to professional development, digital tools and opportunities to contribute to transformational projects that shape the future of healthcare delivery.We are committed to supporting your growth and wellbeing, recognising the vital role you play in our organisation's success.Join us and help shape the future of our Trust--make a real difference to our teams, our services, and our communities, and fundamentally, our patients.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum / pro rata

Contract

Secondment

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

349-COR-8198683-RL4

Job locations

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading.

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Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description Job responsibilities To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. Explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place To help you feel confident, prepared and fully informed before you apply, we invite you to explore Inside MFT Your Candidate Place. This welcoming onestop hub gives you a real sense of who we are what we stand for, how we reward and support you, and the many ways we care for you as you care for others. Youll also find practical hints and tips for submitting a great application, along with the essential information you need to know before you apply. To access Inside MFT Your Candidate Place, simply click on the relevant PDF document under the Supporting Documents section and once opened, you can where either scan QR code or click on the link provided. Closing vacancy listings early We welcome applications from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences.To help us manage applications fairly and give each one the time it deserves, our adverts may close early if we receive a high level of interest. Early applications are therefore encouraged. Diversity MattersMFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in your application Here at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, were proud to be ALL HERE FOR YOUfor our patients, our communities, and each other.As part of our commitment to fairness, transparency, and personal integrity, we ask all applicants to ensure that their job applications reflect their own experiences, skills, and motivations. While AI tools can support spelling, grammar, or formatting, we expect that the content of your applicationespecially personal statements and responses to role-specific questionsis written by you. This helps us get to know the real you and ensures that our recruitment process remains equitable and meaningful for everyone. Thank you for helping us uphold the values that make our Trust a place where people belong, grow, and thrive. We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with substantial post registration experience
• 1 st Level degree in nursing or health related subject
• Evidence of relevant Safeguarding Children Qualification and/or Looked After Children/ Young People Qualification

Desirable

• Specialist Practitioner Public Health
• Master's degree or working towards
• Teaching qualification

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of significant direct safeguarding children/Looked after Children experience at band 7 or above
• Experience of delivering safeguarding supervision
• Significant experience in a senior clinical position with a proven ability to manage a team
• Experience of contributing to Local Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (LCSPRs) and the subsequent action plans
• Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change
• Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice.
• Experience of policy development and implementation and delivery of education programmes in single and multi-agency settings
• Evidence of involvement in multi-agency safeguarding children/ Looked After Children/young people subgroups
• Evidence and experience of implementing and coordinating safeguarding children's procedures within a multi-agency team
• Skilled in multi-agency assessment and working together with partner agencies
• Experience of undertaking and contributing to single and multiagency audit
• Awareness of issues affecting ethnic minority families and other socially excluded groups
• In depth knowledge of children's health and development and the nature and impact of child maltreatment

Skills

Essential

• Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to safeguarding children and looking after children/young people
• Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to the Families First Programme
• Evidence of current knowledge of local and national policies relating to safeguarding children and relevant professional and NHS policy initiatives.
• Demonstrates in depth knowledge relevant to patterns of abuse and neglect
• Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports for safeguarding children's procedures.
• Confidence to challenge appropriately in difficult situations
• Well-developed presentation skills.
• Ability to analyse and critically evaluate information and record in a concise and accurate manner
• The ability to practice as an expert practitioner in relation to safeguarding children
• Effective organisational skills.
• Ability to communicate across organisational boundaries
• Completion of audits and reports within timescale
• Facilitation skills.
• Evidence of continuous professional development
• IT skills, word processing/database skills.
• Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines

Desirable

• IT skills relating to Power Point, Excel

Person Specification Qualifications Essential NMC Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with substantial post registration experience 1 st Level degree in nursing or health related subject Evidence of relevant Safeguarding Children Qualification and/or Looked After Children/ Young People Qualification Desirable Specialist Practitioner Public Health Master's degree or working towards Teaching qualification Experience Essential Evidence of significant direct safeguarding children/Looked after Children experience at band 7 or above Experience of delivering safeguarding supervision Significant experience in a senior clinical position with a proven ability to manage a team Experience of contributing to Local Child Safeguarding Practice Reviews (LCSPRs) and the subsequent action plans Experience of successfully managing the implementation of change Evidence of professional leadership, leading to innovation in practice. Experience of policy development and implementation and delivery of education programmes in single and multi-agency settings Evidence of involvement in multi-agency safeguarding children/ Looked After Children/young people subgroups Evidence and experience of implementing and coordinating safeguarding children's procedures within a multi-agency team Skilled in multi-agency assessment and working together with partner agencies Experience of undertaking and contributing to single and multiagency audit Awareness of issues affecting ethnic minority families and other socially excluded groups In depth knowledge of children's health and development and the nature and impact of child maltreatment Skills Essential Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to safeguarding children and looking after children/young people Expert knowledge of relevant legislation relating to the Families First Programme Evidence of current knowledge of local and national policies relating to safeguarding children and relevant professional and NHS policy initiatives. Demonstrates in depth knowledge relevant to patterns of abuse and neglect Excellent communication skills and ability to provide written and verbal reports for safeguarding children's procedures. Confidence to challenge appropriately in difficult situations Well-developed presentation skills. Ability to analyse and critically evaluate information and record in a concise and accurate manner The ability to practice as an expert practitioner in relation to safeguarding children Effective organisational skills. Ability to communicate across organisational boundaries Completion of audits and reports within timescale Facilitation skills. Evidence of continuous professional development IT skills, word processing/database skills. Ability to work under pressure, to prioritise, work flexibly and to tight deadlines Desirable IT skills relating to Power Point, Excel

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

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Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Safeguarding Team

Trafford Town Hall

Talbot Road

M32 0TH

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://mft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This is a remote position with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). Youll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Main duties of the job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. This fully remote role involves remote assessments, digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014,by Dr Laura Powling, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth. Copy and paste the url to apply with a CV: https://evolveps.bamboohr.com/careers/37?source=aWQ9OQ%3D%3D

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £30,000 to £55,000

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Home or remote working

Reference number

E0309-26-0170

Job locations

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including:

NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)

• Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)
• SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia
• Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive

We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

• Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do.
• NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK.
• Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways.
• Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards.
• Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems.
• Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision.
• Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.
• Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces.
• Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support.
• Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

The role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families
• Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only)

Our Ways of Working:

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
• Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:

• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker

• Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities About Evolve PsychologyAt Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including: NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.What sets Evolve Psychology apart? Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do. NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK. Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways. Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards. Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems. Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision. Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis. Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces. Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The roleAt Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.You will be responsible for: Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs) Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable) Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting aloneQualifications and experience Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as: HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse GMC Medical Practitioners Social Work England Social Worker Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process Must be eligible to work in the UKWhy work with Evolve?Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research. Company events Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines

Desirable

• Experience delivering clinical supervision
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements Essential Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Qualifications Essential Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker) ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification Eligible to work in the UK Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines Desirable Experience delivering clinical supervision Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation.

Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required.

These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.
• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.
• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.
• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.
• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• A driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Experience

Essential

• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Extensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Demonstrates evidence of highly effective clinical reasoning skills

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated qualifiedPsychological Wellbeing Practitioner (PWP) to join our team at CNWL Talking Therapies Service Kensington and Chelsea. We are a large, well established service based in a diverse borough of London. Our service provides low and high intensity therapies at Step 2 and Step 3, alongside our Step 3 counselling service. We are passionate about the work we do and care provided to service users, and work by the trust values of compassion, respect, empowerment and partnership. Our team is key in the work we do and service provided to the population of Kensington and Chelsea.

We are looking for Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who are adaptable, enjoy challenges and diversity and demonstrate an enthusiasm for primary care work. We particularly welcome applicants who speak other languages and who have enthusiasm for and experience of working with diversity.

Main duties of the job

You will provide a range of standardised assessments and interventions to people with mild to moderate common mental health problems in primary care and community settings. This may include facilitating the provision of guided self-help and signposting service users to appropriate statutory and voluntary sector services according to their needs.

You will work under close clinical supervision and will be provided with appropriate support and training. They will be required to provide individual/group interventions, under close supervision, and/or support to GPs and other health professionals in appropriate activities. The post-holder will work with people with different cultural backgrounds and ages, using interpreters when necessary and should be committed to equal opportunities.

About us

The catchment area of the post is the London borough of Kensington and Chelsea. The main hub for the service is based at St Charles Centre for Health and Wellbeing, W10 6DZ (North hub). You will be required to work across the borough, e.g. GP surgeries and community settings.

We operate an agile working policy where staff combine remote working and being on-site to deliver face-to-face appointments and other service commitments that require a hub-based presence.

Wellbeing is important within our service and we are a collaborative and cohesive team. We have a dedicated wellbeing group within the service to help support individuals' and the wider team wellbeing. Benefits of working for CNWL include:

• 27 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with an increase to 33 days with continuous service
• NHS discount
• Opportunities for career progression

If you would like to see what it's like to work for CNWL please have a look at https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work

Job description

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

CLINICAL1.1. To accept referrals via agreed protocols within the service. This includes participation in the teams duty and triage rota to screen referrals along with a high intensity therapist and a senior clinician.1.2. To assess and support people with a common mental health problem in the self management of their recovery.1.3. To undertake patient-centred interviews which identify areas where the person wishes to see change and or recovery and makes an accurate assessment of risk to self and others.1.4. To make decisions on suitability of new referrals, adhering to the departments referral protocols, refer unsuitable clients on to the relevant service or back to the referral agent as necessary or step up the persons treatment to high intensitypsychological therapy.1.5. To provide a range of information and support for evidence based high-volume low-intensity psychological treatments. This work may be face to face, telephone or via other media.1.6. To educate and involve family members and others in treatment where necessary and appropriate.1.7. To adhere to an agreed activity contract relating to the overall number of client contacts offered, and clinical sessions carried out per week in order to minimise waiting times and ensure treatment delivery remains accessible and convenient.1.8. To attend multi-disciplinary meetings relating to referrals or clients in treatment, where appropriate.1.9. To complete all requirements relating to data collection within the service.1.10. To keep coherent records of all clinical activity in line with service protocols and use these records and clinical outcome data in clinical decision making.1.11. To work closely with other members of the team ensuring appropriate step-up and step-down arrangements are in place to maintain a stepped care approach.1.12. To assess and integrate issues surrounding work and employment into the overall therapy process.1.13. To operate at all times from an inclusive values base which promotes recovery and recognises and respects diversity.1.14. To prepare and present clinical information for all patients on their caseload to clinical case management supervisors within the service on an agreed and scheduled basis, in order to ensure safe practice and the clinical governance obligations of the worker, supervisor and service are delivered.1.15. To deal with a range of clients and clinical situations, including those involving highly emotive communication and the need to apply initiative, tact and persuasion in the face of psychological resistance

TEACHING, TRAINING AND SUPERVISION2.1 To receive regular clinical supervision in accordance with professional practice guidelines.2.2 To respond to and implement supervision suggestions by supervisors in clinical practice.2.3 To engage in and respond to personal development supervision to improve competences and clinical practice.2.4 To gain wider experience of professional psychology and mental health practice within the NHS as agreed with the psychologist to whom they are accountable.2.5 To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.2.6 To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care.

3. MANAGEMENT, RECRUITMENT AND SERVICE DEVELOPMENT3.1. To assist in the design and implementation of service development projects within the service as required.3.2. To attend meetings in which service developments are planned and discussed.3.3. The post holder will be required to attend and contribute, where appropriate and required, to the regular professional meetings of the CNWL Talking Therapies Service and other Departmental meetings.3.4. Build and maintain supportive relationships with primary care counsellors/psychological therapists and other mental health services/ providers3.5. Build and maintain collaborative links with local voluntary sector agencies3.6. Improve awareness within primary care and across other statutory services (health and non-health), regarding the service and other community resources available for people with mental health problems3.7. Ensure that the service is accessible to a range of patients and carers and to facilitate access to the service for people who may be less likely to access services or may be at higher risk of mental health problems3.8. Represent the service at any relevant meetings or events, where appropriate and as required

IT RESPONSIBILITIES4.1. The post holder will input and maintain, appropriate computer and manual clinical records and statistical data and provide this to the Head of Speciality when necessary.4.2. The post-holder will engage in relevant computer and IT training as required.4.3. To assist in the development, design and implementation of relevant IT projects.

RESEARCH AND SERVICE EVALUATION5.1. To initiate and assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects.5.2. To initiate and undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reportsand summaries, using IT and statistical programmes.5.3. To undertake searches of evidence-based literature and research to assist qualified clinical psychologists in evidence based practice in individual work and work with other team members.5.4. To familiarise themselves with, and to comply with, the Trusts requirements on research governance.

GENERAL6.1. To contribute to the development and maintenance of the highest professional standards of practice, through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes, in consultation with the post-holders professional and team/operational manager(s).6.2. To maintain the highest standards of clinical record keeping and report writing in accordance with professional codes of practice and Trust policies and procedures.6.3. To prepare test materials and visual aids as required.6.4. To undertake specific administrative duties as required.6.5. To perform other duties of a similar kind appropriate to the grade, which may be required from time to time by their Psychology Manager.6.6. To be flexible regarding working hours consistent with the Primary Care working day Rider Clause

This is an outline of the post-holders duties and responsibilities. It is not intended as an exhaustive list and may change from time to time in order to meet the changing needs of the Trust and Department.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Qualification from PWP Training Course (Post Graduate Certificate or Level 3 undergraduate course) OR equivalent ,e.g. Experienced and Qualified Graduate Mental Health Worker with relevant Primary Care experiences and competences as required.

Desirable

• Further post graduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, health, social science, and/or research design and analysis.

Experience

Essential

• Evidence of working with people with mental health problems.
• Experience of working in IAPT/Primary Care Services and delivering low intensity interventions.
• Evidence of having worked in a service where agreed targets were in place to demonstrate effective clinical outcomes.
• Experience of using electronic patient management systems such as IAPTUS or PCMIS or similar.
• Evidence of experience and knowledge of risk assessment, safeguarding and management.

Desirable

• Research / audit experience.
• Evidence of working in the local community.

Knowledge

Essential

• High level communication skills: written and verbal, including telephone skills
• verbal, including telephone skills An ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
• highly emotive. Ability to communicate sensitive information to patients, carers and colleagues in a way that addresses psychological resistance
• An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems.
• An ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context An understanding of psychology applied to health care.
• An ability to evaluate and put in place the effect of training
• Computer Literate
• Ability to work under pressure.

Desirable

• Fluency in an additional (to English) locally relevant priority language
• Experience of delivering group based interventions.

PERSONAL

Essential

• An interest in working with people with mental health problems.
• Ability to work within a team and foster good working relationships with staff from all disciplines.
• Able to develop good therapeutic relationships with clients
• Ability to work independently, flexibly, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.

Other Requirements

Essential

• Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

The London Spinal Cord Injury Centre is a 30-bedded Unit that provides person focused care within a multi-professional team for patients with spinal cord injury. This process is from the early stages of rehabilitation and preparing for reintegration into the community.

We are looking for Health Care Assistants with previous clinical experience, who are passionate about the importance of rehabilitation nursing to join our diverse nursing team. This is a full time post of 37.5 hours per week, for shift work including a mixture of early, late, long day and night shifts.

We are looking for innovative and inspirational individuals to join our team in the provision of high quality care to the rehabilitation of patients. You will be a part of an enthusiastic, friendly and hardworking team who participate in the Stanmore Safe Accreditation Ward initiative, continually striving and working on enhancing our patients care delivery. A flexible approach, good sense of humour and the ability to prioritise workloads is a must.

Must have care certificate and provide evidence of this at interview, please be aware that you will be required to complete a maths and English assessment on the day of interview.

Sponsorship for this post is offered by the Trust.

Please be aware that there will be a cap on applications and once limit reached you will not be able to apply.

Main duties of the job

To work within the nursing team delivering patient care under supervision from a registered nurse.

Assist in the provision of care to patients, supporting and being supervised by a registered nurse. Assist patients with all activities of daily living. Assists qualified staff by undertaking personal care duties for patients. Reports patient's condition to qualified staff. Perform further duties of that of a Healthcare Support Worker pertinent to the ward, this will include; helping with washing of patients, disposing of bodily fluids and waste, bowel management, correct manual handling techniques including hoisting of patients, assisting patients with their dietary needs, escort patients to other areas of the hospital or external hospitals, recording clinical observations and reporting to the registered nurse. Must be willing to learn about respiratory care. Full range of manual and clerical duties. Will be required to maintain the orderliness, hygiene and safety of the ward/departmental environment. Must have obtained the care certificate and have either GCSE Maths and English or functional skills/relevant equivalent certificate

About us

RNOH Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust (RNOH) is the largest orthopaedic hospital in the UK and a global leader in our field. We provide a dynamic working environment where we support frontline staff to implement improvements so that we can realise our vision of being a world leading neuro-musculoskeletal hospital providing the best patient care and staff experience in the NHS, delivering world leading research, and offering a strong foundation of education, training and career progression. Our dedicated staff come from diverse backgrounds, and our patients benefit from the wide range of experience they bring to the trust. RNOH brings unrivalled expertise together in one place allowing us to deliver some of the world's most complex and innovative care to our patients. RNOH is rated good by the CQC and covers two sites, one in central London and one in Stanmore - which has recently opened The Stanmore Building, a new, state-of-the-art inpatient facility. For more information, please access the following link: https://www.rnoh.nhs.uk/

Job description

Job responsibilities

Communicate clearly, effectively and appropriately with the multidisciplinary team, patients and their family/visitors/carers including when patient/client has physical impairment, mental health condition or learning disabilities.

Must have care certificate and provide evidence of this at interview, please be aware that you will be required to complete a maths and English assessment on the day of interview.

Respond appropriately to queries, take phone messages, and pass on written and verbal information to patients.

Provide basic information to patients, family/visitors/carers and colleagues

Aware of the importance of accurate documentation and contribute to reports of patients activity and progress

Accept constructive feedback

Give constructive feedback to colleagues

Participate in discussions about patient care and ward/departmental development, including handover and team meetings

Maintain patient confidentiality

Maintain professional boundaries and working relationships with patients and colleagues

Understand own level of responsibility and accountability in relation to trained staff

Identify own learning needs and produce a personal development plan in conjunction with the ward sister/charge nurse

Participate in annual staff appraisal, staff development and in-service training activities in line with the Knowledge and Skills Framework

Attend Trust/local orientation programmes, mandatory training sessions and annual updates

Take part in reflection and appropriate learning from practice, in order to maintain and develop competence and performance

Assist in maintaining a clean environment that is conducive to safe practice

Report any issues at work that may put health, safety and security at risk

Summon immediate help for any emergency and take appropriate action to contain it

Understand the principles and practice of Infection Control as per trust policy

Work within own personal/professional limitations and seek help of others to maintain safe practice.

Identify potential risks for all staff, patients and visitors and assist with relevant incident reporting procedures

Clean patient equipment as required

Handle and dispose of all body fluids in accordance with trust policy

Undertake administrative and clerical tasks associated with patient care to facilitate the smooth running of the ward/department

Maintain adequate levels of stock, equipment and materials and facilitate the efficient, effective use of resources; report when availability falls below an acceptable standard or level

Pass on constructive views and ideas for improving services to ward sister/charge nurse

Ensure a welcoming, caring and safe environment is provided for the patient and their family/visitors/carers

Aware of and maintains required standard of care

Ensure that patient areas are kept clean and tidy

Comply with Trust/local policies and procedures Carry out duties and responsibilities with regard to the Trusts Equal Opportunity policy

Recognise the importance of peoples rights and act in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures

Act in ways that acknowledge and recognise peoples expressed beliefs, preferences and choices; respecting diversity and valuing people as individuals

Take account of own behaviour and its effect on others

Maintain and improve the patients mobility using appropriate equipment and handling techniques

Assist the patient to be as comfortable as possible, i.e., help with moving and positioning the patient using appropriate equipment

Assist with checking pain levels and requesting pain relieving medication on patients behalf

Involve the patient in shared decision-making and obtain their consent before undertaking nursing procedures

Prepare appropriately for the activity to be undertaken

Support and encourage the patient to meet their own health and wellbeing needs

Undertake care activities to meet individuals health and wellbeing needs, once competence demonstrated:

Work co-operatively as part of the multi-disciplinary team, helping nursing, midwifery and other clinical staff in routine work associated with patient care

Support qualified nurses in the implementation of programmes of care within the limits of the Healthcare Assistants knowledge and competence

Provide comfort, reassurance, and support to patients and/or their carers if anxious or distressed

Providing care for the deceased patient

Assist with essential patient care, e.g., making beds, sorting clean linen, distributing menu cards, helping patients to complete menu cards, ensuring patient areas are kept clean and tidy etc.

Assist patients to become as independent as possible by giving the appropriate level of support as delegated and under supervision

Maintain patients personal and oral hygiene, e.g. help with dressing / undressing, giving bed baths

Help patients to move and assist with pressure area care / awareness of SSKIN bundle

Documents patient care, which is witnessed and countersigned by registered staff (note: Patients with oxygen can only have 3L or less in progress for an HCA escort)

Chaperone patients

Have a basic understanding of special dietary needs and implications for the patients condition

Ensure adequate hydration and nutritional intake including feeding patients

Record accurately intake and output, e.g., food and fluid charts, informing registered staff where deficit is observed

Record routine observations as designated by the nurse in charge (following training and having been assessed as competent, e.g. TPR and BP, urinalysis, ECG, blood glucose monitoring)

Assist patients to access and use appropriate toilet facilities, ensuring privacy and dignity are maintained. Support patients to maintain continence

Alert trained staff promptly of changes in the patients condition or any possible risks

Carry out training of clinical procedure as required under supervision and where service requires:

Complete and record routine vital signs as delegated by registered staff

Completion of simple wound dressings, cannula, and catheter removal

Perform bowel management for patients by inserting suppositories, performing manual evacuation and record and report outcomes to a registered nurse.

Alert registered staff promptly of changes in the patients condition or any potential risks

Perform hoisting and transferring safely of a patient from; bed chair commode.

Apply brace and splints as necessary.

Have knowledge and perform appropriate management of Autonomic Dysreflexia, Chocking, Emergency Turning, Orthostatic Hypotention, Vaso-vagal attack.

Perform passive limb exercises for patients, EG. Upper and lower limb stretches.

Perform tracheal suction for patients who require domiciliary ventilation under the supervision of registered nurses.

Care of patient exhibiting aggressive behaviour.

Demonstrates work and supervises new starters

Able to use IT (Information Technology) at a basic level to input and retrieve information

Competence in appropriate use of electronic patient records following training

The job description is not intended to be exhaustive, and it is likely that duties may be altered from time to time in the light of changing circumstances and after consultation with the post holder.

You will be expected to actively participate in annual appraisals and set objectives in conjunction with your manager. Performance will be monitored against set objectives.

Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults At Risk

The Trust recognises its duty to safeguard and promote the welfare of children, young people and adults. Staff must at all times treat patients with dignity and respect protecting, young people and adults at risk from abuse and neglect.

Employees have a responsibility to ensure that prompt and appropriate action is taken when concerns have been made about a child, young person or adults at risk. Employees should be aware of their responsibilities as detailed in the Local Safeguarding Children Procedures and Safeguarding Adults at Risk Policy.

The Trust will assist you by providing mandatory training, support and advice.

Safeguarding children and adults is everyones business

The post holder will be expected to behave in a way that is actively anti-racist, anti-discriminatory and facilitate equality and equity at all times within their role.

We are a Level 2 Disability Confident Employer. If you have a Disability (including conditions that affect your mobility, senses, mental health, neurodivergence or long-term health) and require support to make the workplace accessible, we will make reasonable adjustments to support you. Therefore, we encourage you to declare your disability, identify what support you need and we will make the workplace accessible to your needs.

We are an organisation that supports flexible working and are able consider and offer a range of flexible working practices. Depending upon the nature of your role, this can include hybrid home working, part-time roles and job shares.

IT Skills

All staff are required to demonstrate a level of IT literacy skills appropriate to their job, as the use of IT is fundamental in delivering good quality efficient health care.

Effort and Environment

The following information has been designed to assist the recording of the effort and environment factors required for Agenda for Change.

Mental

Frequent periods of concentration. Ability to manage interruptions.

Emotional

May occasionally deal with sensitive issues, and/or support staff who may be upset or in distress.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Care certificate
• GCSE pass in maths and english/ functional skills and test on day

Desirable

• NVQ 3/apprenticeship

Knowledge

Essential

• Evidence that can undertake clinical observations
• Evidence that undertake manual handling
• Infection control knowledge

Desirable

• Respiratory skills
• Spinal cord injury experience and knowledge

Experience

Essential

• Experience in health care setting in UK
• Evidence of team working

Desirable

• Worked in the NHS previously

Skills

Essential

• Able to escalate appropriately
• Demonstrate importance of maintaining privacy and dignity
• Compassion for patients
• IT skills

Communication

Essential

• Able to communicate accurately and effectively with patients and colleagues, verbally and in writing
• Able to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks
• Able to deal with the public in person and on the phone
• Able to support and reassure patients/carers in distress

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Job summary

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). Youll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Main duties of the job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. Digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014,by Dr Laura Powling, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth.Copy and paste the url to apply with a CV:https://evolveps.bamboohr.com/careers/82?source=aWQ9OQ%3D%3D

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £30,000 to £55,000

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

E0309-26-0171

Job locations

Belasis Hall Technology Park

Coxwold Way

Billingham

Durham

TS23 4EA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including:

NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)

• Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)
• SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia
• Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive

We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

• Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do.
• NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK.
• Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways.
• Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards.
• Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems.
• Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision.
• Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.
• Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces.
• Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support.
• Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

The role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families
• Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only)

Our Ways of Working:

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
• Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:

• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker

• Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities About Evolve PsychologyAt Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including: NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.What sets Evolve Psychology apart? Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do. NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK. Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways. Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards. Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems. Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision. Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis. Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces. Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The roleAt Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.You will be responsible for: Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs) Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable) Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting aloneQualifications and experience Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as: HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse GMC Medical Practitioners Social Work England Social Worker Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process Must be eligible to work in the UKWhy work with Evolve?Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research. Company events Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid basis)

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines

Desirable

• Experience delivering clinical supervision
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements Essential Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid basis) Qualifications Essential Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker) ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification Eligible to work in the UK Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines Desirable Experience delivering clinical supervision Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Belasis Hall Technology Park

Coxwold Way

Billingham

Durham

TS23 4EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Belasis Hall Technology Park

Coxwold Way

Billingham

Durham

TS23 4EA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

My job makes better lives by promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation. Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required. These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.
• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.
• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.
• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.
• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• A driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Experience

Essential

• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Extensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Demonstrates evidence of highly effective clinical reasoning skills

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation.

Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required.

These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.
• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.
• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.
• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.
• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• A driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Occupational Therapist

Experience

Essential

• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Extensive experience of applying occupational frames of reference and approaches
• Demonstrates evidence of highly effective clinical reasoning skills
• Experience of providing supervision

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

To play a key role in the important 'Early Days in Custody' of prisoners, working closely with other departments to ensure that all risks are assessed and managed, providing a presence, with other team members.

o To function fully within the Integrated Mental Health Team, assessing and treating patients through their journey in prison.

o To accept referrals and triage patients with the team.

o To undertake comprehensive assessments alone or with colleagues andfeedback to the Multi-disciplinary Team, ensuring that planned care is individual and appropriate to the needs of the patient.

o To provide effective case management to a defined caseload in accordance with the Care Programme Approach, in conjunction with the team, appropriate prison departments and external health, social care and probation services.

o To ensure effective pre-release care planning

Main duties of the job

Promote the health and well-being of patients and maintain a safe, caring and therapeutic environment based on an individualised approach. Working with the Mental Health Nurse Lead to provide an environment that promotes training and development among the workforce.

To work under the direction of the Deputy Head of Healthcare (Mental Health Lead) and Mental Health Nurse Lead to ensure that clinical priorities are clearly understood and met to an agreed standard.

o To assess health and social care needs and negotiate care plans with Patients and staff teams.

o To undertake risk assessments including the formulation of a comprehensive plans developed jointly with the Patients and staff teams.

o To work within the Prison Service safer custody framework for managing Suicide and self-harm (SASH procedures) to support Patients requiring this.

o To provide a service sensitive to age, culture, ethnicity and gender, sexuality and disability.

o To contribute to the effective multi-disciplinary team working within the team and the rest of the Prison.

o To participate in the reception/induction process, and any other model that the local team adopts, in order to identify individuals with mental health problems at the earliest opportunity.

About us

We're passionate about delivering first-class patient-centred, safe and effective care, whether it is in a hospital setting, in a community clinic, in the patient's own home or in a Prison. Patients are at the heart of everything we do.Providingtop quality caredepends on our ability to employ the best people.We're always looking torecruit outstanding peoplewho will go the extra mile to support our patients, colleagues, teams and the Trust. With every new employee we're hoping to find our future leaders and we'll support our staff by providing opportunities to develop your career.With adiverse culture and equally diverse range of opportunities across mental health, community services, addictions, eating disorders, learning disabilities, Health & Justice and more - whatever stage of your career you're at, there's always a place for you at CNWL.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata if P/T)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

333-D-HJ-2037-B

Job locations

HMP Woodhill

Milton Keynes

MK4 4DA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

To have an active presence and act as a resource for all staff and prisoners, in addition to those patients under your care, in the Segregation unit and Clinical Assessment Unit.

To work with the agreed Core Assessment Tool within all relevant Prison Departments

To carry out duties in accordance with Prison / NOMS policies.

To undertake comprehensive assessment of individuals: to include all areas of need and information gathering from all relevant Prison Departments and external agencies.

To case manage an identified caseload of clients, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and relevant agencies and carers. To include the planning and implementation of effective care plans, regular review meetings, timely referral to external agencies, within the framework of the CPA, to ensure effective pre-release planning.

To communicate effectively with all relevant internal departments and external agencies regarding clients, within the restrictions of a prison environment.

To work closely with the MDT and identify and facilitate an effective range of therapeutic interventions for this particular client group.

To respond to urgent referrals and to assess whether input from the team is indicated/appropriate.

To offer a range of evidence based interventions and proactive risk management approaches to help the patient reduce and manage symptoms, high risk behaviour and other disabling effects of their conditions and enable, as far as possible, full and sustained recovery.

To ensure that both CNWL Safeguarding Adults and Children Guidelines and procedures are fully understood and to ensure the safety needs of adults and children involved are met at all times and take appropriate action when either the adult or/and child is felt to be at risk or in need.

Job description Job responsibilities To have an active presence and act as a resource for all staff and prisoners, in addition to those patients under your care, in the Segregation unit and Clinical Assessment Unit. To work with the agreed Core Assessment Tool within all relevant Prison Departments To carry out duties in accordance with Prison / NOMS policies. To undertake comprehensive assessment of individuals: to include all areas of need and information gathering from all relevant Prison Departments and external agencies. To case manage an identified caseload of clients, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team and relevant agencies and carers. To include the planning and implementation of effective care plans, regular review meetings, timely referral to external agencies, within the framework of the CPA, to ensure effective pre-release planning. To communicate effectively with all relevant internal departments and external agencies regarding clients, within the restrictions of a prison environment. To work closely with the MDT and identify and facilitate an effective range of therapeutic interventions for this particular client group. To respond to urgent referrals and to assess whether input from the team is indicated/appropriate. To offer a range of evidence based interventions and proactive risk management approaches to help the patient reduce and manage symptoms, high risk behaviour and other disabling effects of their conditions and enable, as far as possible, full and sustained recovery. To ensure that both CNWL Safeguarding Adults and Children Guidelines and procedures are fully understood and to ensure the safety needs of adults and children involved are met at all times and take appropriate action when either the adult or/and child is felt to be at risk or in need.

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• Registered Nurse (RMN)
• Mentorship or supervisor qualification
• Evidence of professional development since registration

Desirable

• Post registration qualification that enhances clinical work: CBT, DBT, Dual Diagnosis, etc.

Previous Experience

Essential

• Substantial post registration experience
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Experience of care co-ordinating within CPA framework
• Experience of working in community setting
• Experience of mentoring or supervising students

Desirable

• Experience of working in a Prison or forensic environment

Skills and knowledge

Essential

• Risk assessment and management skills
• Ability to engage in evidence based practice, with an understanding of care quality (clinical governance).
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently as appropriate
• Expert in engaging with people with mental health problems, assessing their needs, designing and delivering appropriate interventions and evaluating the effectiveness of the process.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Proven ability to work patients to increase their level of self-determination and resilience.
• Knowledge of CPA, Mental Health Act, MAPPA, legislation and policies relevant to prison mental health.
• Knowledge of current challenges / developments in Prison health.
• Knowledge of safeguarding frameworks

Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics

Essential

• Motivated to maintain the highest standards possible in the service
• Able to ask for support where required.
• Compassionate & non-judgmental approach.

Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Registered Nurse (RMN) Mentorship or supervisor qualification Evidence of professional development since registration Desirable Post registration qualification that enhances clinical work: CBT, DBT, Dual Diagnosis, etc. Previous Experience Essential Substantial post registration experience Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary team Experience of care co-ordinating within CPA framework Experience of working in community setting Experience of mentoring or supervising students Desirable Experience of working in a Prison or forensic environment Skills and knowledge Essential Risk assessment and management skills Ability to engage in evidence based practice, with an understanding of care quality (clinical governance). Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently as appropriate Expert in engaging with people with mental health problems, assessing their needs, designing and delivering appropriate interventions and evaluating the effectiveness of the process. Excellent communication skills both verbal and written Proven ability to work patients to increase their level of self-determination and resilience. Knowledge of CPA, Mental Health Act, MAPPA, legislation and policies relevant to prison mental health. Knowledge of current challenges / developments in Prison health. Knowledge of safeguarding frameworks Attitudes, aptitudes, personal characteristics Essential Motivated to maintain the highest standards possible in the service Able to ask for support where required. Compassionate & non-judgmental approach.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Woodhill

Milton Keynes

MK4 4DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Central and North West London NHS Foundation Trust

Address

HMP Woodhill

Milton Keynes

MK4 4DA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.cnwl.nhs.uk/work (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Unscheduled Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Free parking, free gym, a great reputation for new starter inductions offering supportive, hands on and in-depth training! Easily commutable by bus.

Hours

37.5 hours a week, working 5 nights in a 4 week period, 7.30-19.30. and then the rest a mixture of main, long shifts, between Monday to Sunday 7.30.17.30. Every other weekend working 19.30-07.30.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,951 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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Main duties of the job

As a Paramedic, your responsibilities will vary. You will

• Provide outstanding evidence based case to our patients seeking out, listening to and acting on their feedback so that care is personalised and informed by what matters to them - focussing on emergency and unplanned care to patients with both primary care and acute care needs.
• Daily shift co-ordination responsibilities
• Deliver non-judgemental care, building therapeutic relationships and promoting professional boundaries.
• Playing an active part in the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the patients care following our policies, procedures and always considering safeguarding.

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.

It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us

The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.

Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all.

• Qualified Paramedic
• Current professional registration (HCPC)
• Proven post-registration ambulance experience - 3 years post- qualified
• Evidence of continued professional development
• A non-judgmental and compassionate approach
• Proven experience in either: Accident & Emergency, Primary Care environments or Minor injuries / illness

Although not essential ideal applicants would have experience in a hospital, community or prison environment.

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE

+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE

We have an exciting opportunity for a Paramedic to join our Unscheduled Care team at HMP Bullingdon, a category B Prison located in Bicester, Oxford.

Free parking, free gym, a great reputation for new starter inductions offering supportive, hands on and in-depth training! Easily commutable by bus.

Hours

37.5 hours a week, working 5 nights in a 4 week period, 7.30-19.30. and then the rest a mixture of main, long shifts, between Monday to Sunday 7.30.17.30. Every other weekend working 19.30-07.30.

Salary

This position is full time, youll receive an annual salary up to £48,951 per annum FTE - depending on experience.

How will we support you?

Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course

Competency framework

Regional and national career development opportunities

Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs

Support from the wider team

Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks.

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Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

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Experience

Essential

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Additional Criteria

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Desirable

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Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Band 5 -Rotational Occupational Therapist

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a newly qualified and motivated Occupational Therapist to join our adult acute in-patient Band 5 rotation based at NMUH which covers the following clinical areas:

Medical Specialities

Orthopaedic/surgery

Acute Medicine for Older people

Acute Stroke Unit

Admission Avoidance Team - covering Emergency Department and 0-48 hours length of stay.

Candidates will need the skills and ability to cope with a challenging and fast paced environment.

The Occupational Therapy Service is part of the integrated Therapies Service and staff benefit from a supportive environment and excellent learning opportunities though collaborative care team working.

The successful post holder will be required to participate in seven day working rota.

Main duties of the job

To provide occupational therapy assessment and intervention to all patients referred in the area of work.

To be an active member of the multidisciplinary team. To participate in clinical projects, service developments, audits and service reviews as agreed and supported by the Clinical Services Lead OT

To actively participate in the available rotations.

To communicate effectively with the members of the multidisciplinaryTeam and other agencies on assessments, treatment plans,interventions and progress of patients

To be responsible for an allocated clinical caseload and provideOccupational Therapy (OT) assessment, treatment and plannedintervention for those patients as a part of the multidisciplinary team.

To administer specialist, standardised and or/ or structuredassessments with patients on allocated caseload and interpret theresults, to facilitate effective treatment and care planning by themultidisciplinary team.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top

For more information please follow linkhttps://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Job description

Job responsibilities

For full job description please refer to detailed job description and personal specification documents

Person Specification

Education and professional qualifications

Essential

• BSc in Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Evidence of CPD portfolio
• Registration with HCPC

Desirable

• Membership of RCOT

Experience

Essential

• Undergraduate experience of working in a variety of healthcare settings.
• Experience of OT assessment and intervention with patients in a physical acute, rehab and/or community setting (e.g., medical, surgical, orthopaedic or neurological patients across the lifespan).
• Experience of continuing professional development. Knowledge of the occupational therapy process and application for clinical practice.
• Knowledge of models of OT practice and practical application.
• Knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice.

Skills and aptitudes

Essential

• Competent IT skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to actively contribute to, and work within an MDT.
• Ability to organise, prioritise and delegate.
• Ability to work at a moderate to high levels of physical activity including the involvement in manual therapy, therapeutic handling of patients and the assessment, demonstration, and provision/installation of specialist equipment and/or minor adaptations.
• Ability to work within Trust and Department guidelines and policies including equal opportunities and Health and Safety to meet the needs of the patients and colleagues.

Personal qualities and attributes

Essential

• Commitment to lifelong learning.
• Willingness to work flexibly.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

My job makes better lives: by promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, trainee,assistant psychologists and others as required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

See attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic.
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, trainees, assistant psychologists and others as required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC Registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties. You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

See job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees (or completion within 6 months of commencement in post)
• Holds a drivers lincense and has access to a vehicle for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce psychology across our all-age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance community-based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing a mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop psychology provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing a psychological perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen psychological leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Senior Psychologist within the team, you will be providing expert psychological assessment, formulation, and interventions for people who are experiencing an acute mental health crisis and their families. Your psychologically informed interventions will support recovery, resilience, and wellbeing, helping individuals to better understand and manage their difficulties.

You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and facilitate timely discharges from hospital where appropriate.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their carers/support staff by delivering high quality psychology assessments, formulation and interventions; providing consultation, supervision and guidance to band 7s, to trainees,assistant psychologists and others as required.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To assess, plan, implement and evaluate the psychological needs of people using our services.
• To promote a psychological perspective both within teams and sharing with other colleagues.
• To lead on complex and challenging cases and develop expertise within area of specialism.
• To work collaboratively with team managers/ Clinical leads in the development and delivering of effective services.
• To mentor, supervise and teach qualified and unqualified staff including students.
• To leading on a specific service development projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
• Completion of an appropriate clinical supervision course to enable supervision of trainees
• Driving license which can be used in the UK, and access to a car for work purposes

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered Practitioner Psychologist

Experience

Essential

• Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic
• Demonstrable post registration/clinical experience and competency relevant to this care group.
• Experience of contributing to clinical practice/service development / project work.
• Experience of supervising assistant and trainee clinical psychologists

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). Youll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Main duties of the job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. Digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014,by Dr Laura Powling, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth. Copy and paste the url to apply with a CV: https://evolveps.bamboohr.com/careers/43?source=aWQ9OQ%3D%3D

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £30,000 to £55,000

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

E0309-26-0172

Job locations

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including:

NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)

• Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)
• SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia
• Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive

We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

• Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do.
• NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK.
• Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways.
• Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards.
• Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems.
• Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision.
• Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.
• Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces.
• Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support.
• Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

The role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families
• Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only)

Our Ways of Working:

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
• Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:

• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker

• Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities About Evolve PsychologyAt Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including: NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.What sets Evolve Psychology apart? Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do. NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK. Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways. Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards. Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems. Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision. Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis. Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces. Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The roleAt Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.You will be responsible for: Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs) Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable) Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting aloneQualifications and experience Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as: HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse GMC Medical Practitioners Social Work England Social Worker Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process Must be eligible to work in the UKWhy work with Evolve?Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research. Company events Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role)

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines

Desirable

• Experience delivering clinical supervision
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements Essential Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role) Qualifications Essential Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker) ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification Eligible to work in the UK Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines Desirable Experience delivering clinical supervision Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Windsor House

Cornwall Road

Harrogate

HG1 2PW

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

We are delighted to introduce occupational therapy across our all age Home Treatment Teams as part of the service delivery model designed to enhance comunity based crisis care and improve outcomes for people over 18 years who are experiencing an mental health crisis.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and develop occupational therapy provision within a dynamic multidisciplinary team, bringing an occupational perspective to crisis intervention, recovery-focused care, and admission avoidance pathways. As a newly established role, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to influence service development, strengthen occupational therapy leadership within the team, and contribute to the future direction of home treatment services.

As the Highly Specialist Occupational Therapist within the team you will be providing expert occupational therapy assessment, formulation and interventions for people who are experiencing acute mental health crisis and their families. Your occupationally focused interventions will support recovery, independence and participation in meaningful occupations. You will work collaborative within a multi-disciplinary team to support people to remain at home during a crisis and support timely discharges from hospital.

Main duties of the job

Promoting health and independence for people who use our services and their families/carers/support staff by delivering high quality occupational therapy assessments, interventions, formulation, and consultation.

Provision of clinical leadership, supervision, and guidance to the team and others as required.

These will be undertaken within an accessible, non-stigmatising, service that contributes to the specialist needs of the individuals referred.

About us

Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neurodevelopmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time as close to home as possible to help people recover and stay well.

We are one of the top 10 mental Health, Learning Disability and Community Trust to work for nationwide. Our Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer that offers a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support. We also provide a wide range of opportunities to help staff develop and progress.

Surrey is a beautiful county lying just 30 minutes away from Central London and from the South Coast. Our historic market towns and bustling districts are enveloped in wonderful countryside, and our excellent road and rail networks bring the rest of the country within easy reach. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.

Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.

Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for these job roles.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Job description

Job responsibilities

• To provide high quality and evidence -based occupational therapy assessment, formulation, intervention and consultation to people with complex needs who access services and their carers/supporters/family members, in line with occupational therapy and service pathways.

• To communicate effectively with a range of clinicians, managers, directors, associate directors, people who access services, carers/supporters/family members, stakeholders, and agencies.

• To provide compassionate and effective leaderships to junior staff including support staff.

• To strengthen and actively contribute to the overall leadership of the service.

• To support the team managers and clinical leads in the development and delivery of effective services.

Please see the attached job description for full details.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Occupational Therapy professional qualification
• Driving license suitable for driving in the UK and access to a vehicle for work purposes

Desirable

• Additional academic clinical qualification relevant to area of work
• Leadership training or relevant leadership experience
• Clinical supervision training

Experience

Essential

• Extensive and relevant post qualification experience with people who have complex mental health needs
• Experience of leading clinical practice service development or project work
• Highly specialist knowledge of relevant occupational therapy assessment and treatment models
• Experience of providing supervision

Desirable

• Experience of representing occupational therapy within a service and Trust

Registration

Essential

• HCPC registered as an Occupational Therapist

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

Join Evolve Psychology as a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner and make a real difference in the lives of children, young people, and their families. This hybrid role allows a mix of clinic-based and remote work, with full-time or part-time applications considered (minimum three days per week). Youll work within a supportive, multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality autism and ADHD assessments via NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. This is your chance to combine clinical excellence with compassionate care, using evidence-based tools to provide accurate diagnoses and meaningful feedback. Opportunities to contribute to training, research, and service development are also available within our values-led organisation committed to staff wellbeing and professional growth.

Main duties of the job

You will conduct structured observations and developmental history interviews, contribute to multidisciplinary diagnostic discussions, and produce accurate, evidence-based clinical reports. You will provide clear, compassionate feedback to families, deliver clinical supervision where applicable, and work efficiently to meet service KPIs. The hybrid role involves a combination of remote assessments and travel to clinic for face-to-face sessions. Digital workflows and in-house systems streamline admin, supported by dedicated IT and operational teams.

About us

Evolve Psychology is a clinician-led, award-winning independent service specialising in neurodevelopmental assessments for autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and dyscalculia. Founded in 2014,by Dr Laura Powling, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, we combine clinical excellence with compassion and a values-led culture. Our team of over 100 experts delivers high-quality care across the UK, working collaboratively to improve outcomes for children, young people and adults. We provide generous leave, private healthcare, professional development, and opportunities to contribute to research and training through our Evolve Skills & Research Academy. Our approach prioritises clinical quality, staff wellbeing, and sustainable growth. Copy and paste the url to apply with a CV: https://evolveps.bamboohr.com/careers/44?source=aWQ9OQ%3D%3D

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience £30,000 to £55,000

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

E0309-26-0173

Job locations

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

About Evolve Psychology

At Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.

What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including:

NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)

• Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person)
• SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia
• Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive

We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.

What sets Evolve Psychology apart?

• Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do.
• NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK.
• Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways.
• Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards.
• Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems.
• Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision.
• Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis.
• Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces.
• Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support.
• Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre.

The role

At Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families.

Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.

You will be responsible for:

• Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process.
• Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom
• Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed
• Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families
• Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools
• Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs)
• Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable)
• Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only)

Our Ways of Working:

• Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact.
• A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research
• Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency
• Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems
• In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting alone

Qualifications and experience

• Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as:

• HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist
• NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse
• GMC Medical Practitioners
• Social Work England Social Worker

• Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc
• Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions.
• Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports
• Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process
• Must be eligible to work in the UK

Why work with Evolve?

Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer:

• A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first.
• Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills.
• Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions.
• Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday.
• Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health.
• A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working.
• Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research.
• Company events
• Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Job description Job responsibilities About Evolve PsychologyAt Evolve Psychology, we do things differently. Founded in 2014 by Dr Laura Powling, Evolve Psychology began with a bold aim to redefine what clinical and neurodevelopmental psychology means in practice. Lauras vision was simple yet powerful: to bring care, connection, empathy, and clinical excellence together, with no compromise.What started as a small practice delivering expert witness and neurodevelopmental assessments has grown into an international independent psychology and neurodevelopmental service providing services across the UK, Ireland and beyond. In the UK, we provide services through the NHS and private, specialising in a variety of pathways, including: NHS-funded neurodevelopmental assessments via Right to Choose (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) Private neurodevelopmental assessments (online when clinically appropriate and in-person) SpLD assessments, including dyslexia and dyscalculia Intellectual disability assessments, including cognitive We are clinician-founded and clinician-led. Our clinicians are proudly registered with HCPC, NMC, GMC and Social Work England or affiliated with the British Psychological Society. Globally, we are an award-winning, multidisciplinary team of over 100 experts, committed to delivering high-quality, expert services.What sets Evolve Psychology apart? Expert leadership: Founded and led by Dr Laura Powling, a Consultant Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience across mental health, neurodevelopmental, psychological and forensic services, bringing deep clinical insight and hands-on leadership to everything we do. NHS-accredited provider: Recognised for delivering high-quality services regionally and nationally across the UK. Dedicated clinical leadership: Across all of our clinical pathways. Gold-standard Assessments: We are compliant with NICE, BPS, and other national and international assessment standards. Access to digital tools: Supporting assessment delivery, including electronic health record systems. Comprehensive CPD and discipline-specific clinical supervision. Person-centred approach: We prioritise clinical quality and real impact, not speed or scale at the expense of care. Our assessments are evidence-based, multidisciplinary, and designed to support the whole person, not just produce a diagnosis. Beyond assessments: Clinicians can contribute to the Evolve International Skills & Research Academy - developing training, shaping neuroinclusive content, or collaborating on research to raise awareness and improve support for neurodivergent individuals, educational institutions, and workplaces. Values-led culture: Compassion, clarity, and integrity guide everything we do, from team interactions to family support. Sustainable growth: With clinics across the UK, a growing digital presence, and a multidisciplinary team of 100+ experts, Evolve is expanding with care, always keeping quality at the centre. The roleAt Evolve Psychology Services, we equip our clinicians with cutting-edge tools and support to help them focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional care to children, young people and their families. Youll join a passionate and supportive multidisciplinary team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people. Our service specialises in high-quality, evidence-based assessments for autism and ADHD, delivered through both NHS-funded referrals and private pathways. As a Specialist Neurodevelopmental Practitioner, youll contribute to comprehensive neurodevelopmental assessments, helping ensure timely, accurate diagnoses that lead to appropriate support and improved outcomes for families.You will be responsible for: Conducting face-to-face structured observations as part of the neurodevelopmental assessment process. Conducting remote developmental history interviews with parents and carers via Zoom Participating collaboratively in peer MDT diagnostic discussions, supported by senior clinicians where needed Delivering clear, compassionate feedbackto families Producing accurate clinical reports,including diagnostic formulations, with the help of our smart tools Working efficiently to meet service Key Performance Indicatiors (KPIs) Delivering clinical supervision (where applicable) Able to travel to a clinic base to conduct in-person assessments, (hybrid only) Our Ways of Working: Digital workflows and smart report-writing reduce admin time and enhance clinical impact. A custom-built electronic health record system, developed in-house using market leading research Continuously enhancing internal systems, based on employee feedback to improve efficiency Ongoingtraining and onboarding to ensure confidence in all tech and systems In-house IT and operational support, so you're never left troubleshooting aloneQualifications and experience Minimum of 1 years' professional registration with one of the following regulatory bodies: HCPC, NMC, GMC or Social Work England. Such as: HCPC Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist NMC Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse GMC Medical Practitioners Social Work England Social Worker Minimum of 1 years experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations In-depth knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Trained and experienced in the use of diagnostic tools such as ADOS-2, ADI-R, etc Effective time management and caseload organisation skills, with the ability to manage competing demands and meet clinical deadlines Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions. Highly developed written language skills used to produce high-quality clinical reports Well-developed communication skills with children, young people, and their families, ensuring compassionate, clear, and professional interactions throughout the assessment process Must be eligible to work in the UKWhy work with Evolve?Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven team dedicated to transforming neurodevelopmental care across the UK. At Evolve, we offer: A values-led culture where clinical excellence, compassion, and staff wellbeing come first. Continued professional development, clinical supervision, and reflective practice to support the ongoing development of your clinical skills. Competitive salary based on experience, with annual salary reviews and pension contributions. Generous leave entitlement, including 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays - and a day off for your birthday. Private healthcare to support your physical and mental health. A company laptop and on-call IT support to enable seamless remote working. Opportunities to contribute beyond clinical work through the Evolve Skills & Research Academy, including training and research. Company events Access to a collaborative, multidisciplinary team passionate about improving outcomes for neurodivergent individuals and their families.

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements

Essential

• Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice
• Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role)

Qualifications

Essential

• Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker)
• ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification
• Eligible to work in the UK

Experience

Essential

• Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people
• Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations
• Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations
• Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions
• Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines

Desirable

• Experience delivering clinical supervision
• Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Person Specification Knowledge, Skills and Other Requirements Essential Knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria for autism and ADHD Highly developed written and verbal communication skills Strong organisational and time-management skills Commitment to person-centred, evidence-based practice Travel to clinic for face-to-face assessments (hybrid role) Qualifications Essential Professional registration with HCPC, NMC, GMC, or Social Work England (e.g., Clinical Psychologist, Counselling Psychologist, Educational Psychologist, Speech and Language Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Mental Health Nurse, Learning Disability Nurse, General Nurse, Childrens Nurse, Medical Practitioner, Social Worker) ADOS-2 or ADI-R certification Eligible to work in the UK Experience Essential Minimum 1 year post-registration experience conducting diagnostic assessments for autism and/or ADHD in children and young people Strong understanding of differential diagnosis in neurodevelopmental presentations Experience producing high-quality clinical reports and diagnostic formulations Experience delivering feedback to families in a clear and compassionate manner Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and participate in collaborative diagnostic discussions Experience managing a caseload and meeting clinical deadlines Desirable Experience delivering clinical supervision Experience contributing to research, training, or service development

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Evolve Psychology Services

Address

Regus,Exeter Business Park

1 Emperor Way

Exeter

EX1 3QS

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://evolvepsychology.org (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

Clinical Psychologist, Wolverhampton Stroke & CNRT Service based at West Park Hospital (potential for this to be increased to 30 hours per week).

You may wish to discuss combining this role with another role within our Clinical Health Psychology Service.We would also encourage applications from recently qualified Clinical Psychologists who are interested in a development role, from band 7-8a. We are also expecting that some additional sessions in this service area will become available in the near future.

Main duties of the job

Are you a compassionate and committed Psychologist who champions inclusivity? Would you like to join our Clinical Health Psychology Service in Wolverhampton Stroke & CNRT Services to help facilitate coping and adjustment to the impact of Stroke and improve the mental health and wellbeing of people within our service.

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit a ClinicalPsychologist to work in our Stroke & CNRT Service based at West Park Hospital, in Wolverhampton. The post-holder will have an essential part to play in ensuring that psychological perspectives are taken into account across the service. You will provide specialised clinical input to individuals referred, and work closely with the multi-disciplinary teams working with this patient group. As well as work with patients and their families, you will also be part of our team supporting staff teams with training, consultation and supervision.

About us

The Clinical Health Psychology Service is a team of psychologists who aim to assist people in adapting to and developing creative solutions for living alongside physical health problems. The BCHFT Clinical Health Psychology Service currently operates across 3 geographical patches (Dudley, Wolverhampton and Sandwell and West Birmingham) with a number of contracts in each area.

We input to stroke services across all three areas and so you will be part of a larger team of Psychologists working within a range of services for people with stroke and other neurological conditions, so robust supervision and support will be provided.

Psychological Professions is a large professional group within BCHFT, so you will have access to wider support, learning and development opportunities beyond the CHP team.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Although the base for this post is at West Park Hospital, the successful applicant may be required to support other parts of the stroke service, should service need require this. Full clinical and operational support will be given if this is ever required.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

• Post-graduate doctoral level training in applied Psychology (or its equivalent) as accredited by the BPS including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology.
• HCPC registration as an Applied Psychologist with Chartered Status
• Trained in clinical supervision and the supervision of doctoral trainees
• Registration with BPS

Experience

Essential

• Working as a qualified applied psychologist within the designated service including a wide variety of client groups, across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity across a range of care settings.
• Teaching, training, consultancy and clinical supervision and field supervisor for doctoral theses.

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Assistant Psychologist to join our Forensic Community Learning Disability Team on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is an interesting and varied role within a specialist service offering the opportunity to work with adults with learning disabilities who have forensic needs. This post is well established and is vacant due to be previous post holder gaining a place on the Clinical Psychology Doctorate.

We are looking for someone who can bring a thoughtful, collaborative and psychologically informed approach to the role. This role would suit someone who is keen to develop their clinical and professional skills within a specialist NHS psychology service and who is interested in working collaboratively with colleagues from a range of disciplines.

The team base is in Oldbury, and the successful candidate will be working across the Black Country in Walsall, Wolverhampton, Dudley and Sandwell with travelling between localities being a necessity of the role.

You will have opportunities to develop your experience across clinical work, group facilitation, MDT working and service evaluation and improvement.

We have excellent support for aspiring psychologists, providing regular Trust wide reflective practice and CPD opportunities. You will be supervised by a Senior Clinical Psychologist and you will also regularly work alongside trainee psychologists.

Main duties of the job

Please see attached job description.

- To administer standardised psychological assessment of clients and collect assessment data from a variety of sources.

- Responsible for recognising the potential for or signs of client harm, abuse or neglect, including poor clinical practice, reporting all such concerns and taking all reasonable steps to protect the client. Responsible for identifying and reporting concerns regarding the safeguarding of individuals who may be at risk.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, supports the development of psychological formulation and intervention plans for individual clients and/or their carers. Negotiates the implementation of such plans with clients and/or their carers.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, implements psychological interventions for individual clients, carers, families and groups.

- Under the supervision of an Applied Psychologist, to develop resources and materials to support the delivery of the service.

- To maintain appropriate records by adding to the patient's clinical notes and to provide written reports of psychological assessments and interventions.

- To contribute to service audit and development.

About us

In this role you will be a key part of our wider multi-disciplinary team of psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and psychiatrists. We work closely with our psychology colleagues within the rest of the Black Country Trust and with the local doctorate courses. Working as part of an effective and highly motivated multi-disciplinary team, with an essential commitment to multi-disciplinary working, you will receive regular supervision and support to develop your knowledge and experience and further your career. Many previous assistant psychologists have successfully applied to the local doctorate courses and the role also offers the opportunity to work alongside current trainees on placement with us in the Black Country.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached job description and person specification for additional information regarding the assistant psychologist role.

Person Specification

Essential and desireable

Essential

• Have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree in Psychology that allows Graduate Basis for Chartered (GBC) membership with the BPS
• Must have experience of working as an assistant psychologist or equivalent
• Experience of working in an MDT

Desirable

• Experience of working in a forensic setting
• Experience of working with Adults with a learning disability

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Job summary

We have an exciting opportunity for a Team Administrator to join our Poole CAMHS team.

You will work as part of our Administration Team to schedule appointments, manage telephone calls, minute meetings, create letters and maintain up to date records.

You will be the first point of call on the telephone, liaising with patients, staff, relatives, GPs and other services. This is a fast paced and rewarding service to work within and you will help us ensure its effective and smooth running.

This is a full time post of 37.50 hours a week.

Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.

Please note visa sponsorship for this role is unfortunately not available. Please ensure you hold valid right to work in the UK and will not require sponsorship if successful.

Main duties of the job

To liaise with members of the public in their dealings with the team/service, some of whom may prove at times to be distressed or challenging in manner.

To liaise with other members of the CAMH Service to organise and deliver a safe and efficient office system to support sound patient care, consistent with good clinical governance guidelines, whilst helping the team to achieve targets and complete timely returns of information.

To support clinicians with their work including typing clinical letters and organising appointments.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

02 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 3

Salary

£25,760 to £27,476 a year p.a.

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-M199.26B

Job locations

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role.

All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Job description Job responsibilities For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post. We understand that AI can be a useful tool when completing your application. However, we are seeing an increasing over-reliance of AI tools, which can negatively affect your application as it reduces a candidates individuality, and makes it difficult for us to gain a clear and authentic understanding of your experience, skills, and in turn your suitability for the role. All submissions must be truthful and if you do use AI, it should only be used to enhance your application and not create your supporting statement in its entirety. Your supporting statement should be in your own words and must accurately reflect your personal experience and achievements. Where we have concerns that AI has been used to generate content that misrepresents your experience and suitability for the role, we may withdraw your application. As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]

Person Specification

Job specific experience

Essential

• Experience of working within an office environment

Desirable

• Experience of working with the NHS

Knowledge, skills and training

Essential

• Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience
• To show understanding of patient confidentiality
• Well developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS

Desirable

• Knowledge of NHS organisation and protocols.

Personal qualities/attributes

Essential

• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Use of initiative and ability to work independently
• Ability to interact with clients and visitors in a professional manner
• Time management skills

Additional requirements

Essential

• Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively

Information Technology

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and or presentation software to RSA 11 or equivalent standard.
• Experience using an electronic service user record

Desirable

• Experience using an electronic service user record

Person Specification Job specific experience Essential Experience of working within an office environment Desirable Experience of working with the NHS Knowledge, skills and training Essential Educated to GCSE level or equivalent experience To show understanding of patient confidentiality Well developed skills in communicating effectively with clients and other professionals within and outside the NHS Desirable Knowledge of NHS organisation and protocols. Personal qualities/attributes Essential Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills Use of initiative and ability to work independently Ability to interact with clients and visitors in a professional manner Time management skills Additional requirements Essential Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English, adequate to enable the post holder to carry out the role effectively Information Technology Essential Demonstrable experience of using word processing, spreadsheets, databases and or presentation software to RSA 11 or equivalent standard. Experience using an electronic service user record Desirable Experience using an electronic service user record

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Poole Community Health Clinic

Shaftesbury Road

Poole

BH15 2NT

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)