Forensic Psychologist

Job overview

Are you an experienced and compassionate Forensic Psychologist looking to apply your expertise within a highly supportive, forward-thinking NHS Community Directorate?

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Forensic Psychologist to join our developing specialist service in North Lincolnshire. The role is part-time (2 days per week) and offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced psychological professionals across our community and secondary care pathways.

Our North Lincolnshire Community Directorate brings together a wide range of multidisciplinary teams who are passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred and trauma-informed care. We work from our newly developed, purpose-built community base in Scunthorpe.

At RDaSH we are guided by our 28 Promises, which focus on compassion, collaboration, and quality, ensuring our patients, carers, and staff always feel valued and supported.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will: • Provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for people with complex mental health and forensic needs. • Offer consultation, advice and supervision to multidisciplinary colleagues, promoting trauma-informed practice. • Contribute to service development, evaluation and audit, embedding evidence-based approaches and high standards of care. • Participate in risk assessment and management, supporting safe, effective care planning. • Supervise and develop trainee psychologists. • Contribute to MDT formulation, reflective practice and staff wellbeing. About the Service The North Lincolnshire Community Directorate includes integrated community, primary care, rehabilitation and crisis pathways. You’ll join a team of psychological professionals with strong leadership and a commitment to innovation and co-production. About You You will have: • A BPS-accredited Doctorate in Forensic or Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) • HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist • Experience in forensic or complex mental health settings • Skills in formulation, assessment, evidence-based intervention and risk assessment • Experience of multidisciplinary working, supervision and consultation You will bring a compassionate, reflective, trauma-informed approach and a collaborative style. For an informal discussion, please contact: Chris Sanderson, Lead Psychological Professional, North Lincolnshire Community Directorate, 03000 216300.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications