Job requirements
Essential
22 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Skills
Expertise in managing people, managing conflict and balancing demand for resources with availability and prioritisation of same
- Skills
Ability to analyse and implement financial reports and data
- Skills
Experience of presenting complex reports/presentation to commissioners/ partners and the Trust
- Skills
Experience of taking decisions relating to the risk or safety of individuals and carrying professional responsibility for those decisions within a safeguarding and risk framework
- Values
Continuous improvement – committed to making improvements to our services for the benefit of all
- Values
Accountability – taking ownership to anticipate, develop and deliver high quality care
- Values
Respect – how we treat others in an inclusive and supportive way
- Values
Enthusiasm – demonstrate our passion and pride for what we do and how we do it
- Values
Support – actively supporting others with compassion and courage
- Experience
Comprehensive senior management experience in NHS services
- Experience
Experience of delivering practice based placements to Trainee Clinical Psychologists
- Experience
Experience of managing effective NHS services with the proven ability to motivate
- Experience
Experience of leadership and management of complex change management programmes
- Experience
Successful implementation and monitoring of performance management systems
- Experience
Good understanding of workforce development
- Experience
Experience and ability to work under pressure and meet competing deadlines
- Experience
Proven skills in effectively chairing meetings
- Experience
Proven persuasion and negotiation skills. Determination, creative, facilitative, flexible
- Experience
Highly Motivated
- Qualifications
Appropriate professional Clinical Psychology qualification (Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent).
- Qualifications
Evidence of on-going professional development
- Qualifications
Have completed Clinical Psychology supervisor Training
Desirable
5 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Skills
Evidence of presentation skills
- Skills
Evidence of managing change at a senior level
- Experience
Experience of previously working on a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology programme
- Experience
Experience of the application of psychology in different cultural contexts
- Qualifications
Post graduate qualification in a specific therapeutic modality
Job overview
Clinical Psychologist (Trainee Clinical Psychologist Manager) - Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme, University of Liverpool
We are seeking experienced and highly motivated Clinical Psychologists to join the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme at the University of Liverpool in a trainee management role.
The programme's Trainee Clinical Psychologists are employed by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and are therefore subject to the same employment policies and procedures as all Trust staff. Working closely with the Programme's Clinical Director, post holders will provide a key link between Mersey Care and the trainee cohort, ensuring trainees receive effective managerial support throughout their doctoral training.
These posts will be employed by Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust and based within the Doctorate in Clinical Psychology Programme at the University of Liverpool.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidates will be responsible for the day-to-day management and support of Trainee Clinical Psychologists, including:
- Attendance and absence management
- Maternity, paternity and other leave arrangements
- Processing and oversight of trainee expenses
- Supporting trainees with employment-related matters
- Liaison with relevant Trust services and programme staff
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
In addition to trainee management responsibilities, post holders will be expected to contribute to the wider activities of the doctoral programme as required. This may include involvement in marking, assessments and other academic or professional tasks that support programme delivery.
Applicants must be experienced Clinical Psychologists with a strong understanding of NHS employment processes and workforce management. Previous management experience within the NHS is essential, and experience within Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust would be particularly advantageous.
You will have excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, be able to work collaboratively across organisations, and demonstrate a commitment to supporting the development and wellbeing of trainee clinical psychologists.
We are currently offering three posts at 11.25 hours per week. However, applicants interested in alternative working patterns or different hours are encouraged to apply, as flexibility may be considered for suitable candidates.
These rewarding roles offer the opportunity to shape the development of future clinical psychologists - join a collaborative, supportive programme and contribute to nationally recognised clinical psychology training. Help shape the future of the profession!
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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This advert is for Clinical Psychology Manager - Trainee Clinical Psychologists with Mersey Care NHS Foundation Trust in Warrington, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Psychologist role. The advertised salary is £66,582 - £77,368 pro rata, per annum. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 08 Nov 2026.
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