Assistant Psychologist

Job overview

Full and part time positions available

Are you passionate about making a difference in young lives? We’re looking for compassionate, enthusiastic, and dedicated individuals to join our team as Assistant Psychologists.

At Sheffield Children’s, you’ll have the chance to grow your clinical experience in a supportive, collaborative environment. We have a psychological workforce of over 150 staff across a range of services in hospital, community, school and local authority settings, and have strong links to the Clinical Psychology Doctorate, offering rich opportunities for professional development, peer support, and continued learning.

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time roles, we have a range of exciting opportunities available.

Please see the service summary document attached for further details.

There will be a Recruitment/assessment event on 29th July 2025. If you are shortlisted you will be invited to attend either a morning or afternoon session - further information around this will be included in the invitation.

Main duties of the job

Reporting into the Clinical Psychologist, your responsibilities will include:

• Conduct assessments with children and young people to help develop individualised care plans.
• Help deliver psychological interventions under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.
• Facilitate therapeutic and psychoeducational groups for children, young people, and families.
• Support research projects, audits, and service evaluations, and help conduct literature searches.
• Work with colleagues within the CAMHS team and other specialist teams to share knowledge and enhance service delivery.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, we’re building a workplace where everyone belongs.

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