Assistant Psychologist

Job summary

Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Potters Bar Clinic as an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. What you will be doing: You will be working with young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders, alongside addressing conditions like depression, self harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma. As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work. At Potters Bar Clinic you will have the chance to develop specialist skills through out your time with us. Your professional growth is important, which is why there are numerous career development opportunities to keep you learning and improving. This role will be 37.5 hours

Main duties of the job

The Assistant Psychologist position at Elysium Healthcare offers an opportunity for growth and specialization in a supportive environment. Working at the Potters Bar Clinic, you'll join a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on individuals with acute mental health needs and personality disorders, addressing conditions like depression and trauma. Your role will involve assisting with assessments, formulations, and treatments under the supervision of a Senior Psychologist. You'll also engage in clinically related administration, conducting audits, collecting statistics, and participating in research and teaching projects. This full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule provides various career development opportunities.

About us

Elysium Healthcare is an organisation with over 8,000 employees, known for its unique approach to care delivery. It operates more than 80 services throughout England and Wales, specializing in Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, and Children & Education sectors. Part of Ramsay Health Care, Elysium's network spans 10 countries, supporting over 86,000 employees worldwide. The company is committed to inclusive, accessible recruitment as a Disability Confident employer and follows safer recruitment practices. Elysium Healthcare emphasizes the importance of safeguarding the welfare of service users across all their appointments.

Details

• Date posted: 23 July 2026
• Pay scheme: Other
• Salary: £25,644 a year
• Contract: Permanent
• Working pattern: Full-time
• Reference number: 1529776766
• Job locations: Elysium Healthcare, Potters Bar, EN6 2SE, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Potters Bar Clinic as an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society.

What you will be doing:

You will be working with young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders, alongside addressing conditions like depression, self harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work.

At Potters Bar Clinic you will have the chance to develop specialist skills through out your time with us. Your professional growth is important, which is why there are numerous career development opportunities to keep you learning and improving.

This role will be 37.5 hours a week at our adult ward. Monday to Friday. 9am to 5pm.

To start your career at Potters Bar Clinic apply today.

As an Assistant Psychologist you will be:

• Contributing to psychological assessments and formulations
• Facilitating psychological interventions on a 1:1 and/or group basis to service users, monitoring and reporting upon their effectiveness
• Assisting in designing and delivering specialist training to others
• Assisting with the delivery of reflective practice for staff
• Maintaining clinical databases
• Completing outcome measures
• Writing reports for various audiences
• Service evaluation and other research tasks including collecting, analysing, and reporting upon an array of statistics
• Undertaking clinically relevant audits

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology conferring eligibility for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society (BPS)
• Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist in a forensic and/or mental health setting in a similar role
• Experience of maintaining office systems and undertaking administration tasks
• Creative thinking, clinical efficacy, and a strong commitment to working with evidenced based models of therapeutic intervention
• Strong organisation skills
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• To meet professional practice expectations including the HCPC standards of conduct, performance and ethics, and the BPS code of ethics and conduct

Where you will be working:

Location: 190 Barnet Rd, Potters Bar EN6 2SE

Join the team at Potters Bar Clinic providing care for young people and adults with acute mental health needs and personality disorders in an established 24-hour care environment. The CAMHS Tier 4 Low Secure services are for young people aged 13–18. Potters Bar Clinic is located in a residential area, only one minute drive from the M25 and a short bus ride from Potters Bar Train Station, with a bus stop right outside, making it an easy commute for most.

What You’ll Get:

At Elysium Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for others, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing, growth, and future:

• Annual base salary of £25,644
• The equivalent of 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays) – plus your birthday off and the option to buy additional annual leave, in our annual selection window.
• Career development and training to help you achieve your professional goals
• Access to our Rewards & Benefits platform Ely-Vate; Your one-stop destination for everyday savings, exclusive benefits, and wellbeing hub!
• Wellbeing support and activities to help you maintain a healthy work-life balance
• Access to Blue Light Card, which provides a range of exclusive offers and discounts
• Life Assurance, for added peace of mind
• Stream – instant access to earned wages when you need it, plus access to save, directly from your wages, alongside financial wellbeing support.
• 24/7 GP service and second medical opinion, to ensure you are the best you can be
• Enhanced Maternity Package, so you can truly enjoy this special time
• Pension contribution, to help secure your future
• Free meals and parking

About your next employer:

Elysium Health care has over 8,000 employees and a unique approach to the delivery of care. With a network of over 80 services across England and Wales covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education, there is opportunity for you to grow and move.

Elysium Healthcare is part of Ramsay Health Care with a global network that extends across 10 countries and employs over 86,000 people globally.

Elysium Healthcare follows safer recruitment of staff for all appointments and is a Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment. It is a requirement that all staff understand it is each person’s individual responsibility to promote and safeguard the welfare of service users. All candidates will be subject to a DBS disclosure