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Rotational Clinical Psychologist


Location
Thornton Heath, England
Salary
£55,524 - £70,887 pro rata, per annum, incl HCAS (Outer)
Profession
Psychologist
Grade
Band 8
Deadline
10 Aug 2026
Contract Type
Permanent: This is a preceptorship, offered as a band 7 and only becoming a band 8 once leadership competencies have been met.
Posted Date
27 Jul 2026
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Job overview

Rotational Clinical Psychologist

This is a broad and varied post which provides an excellent opportunity to develop not only specialist clinical skills across the Neurorehabilitation pathway but affords the opportunity to develop and strengthen a broader range of skills and experiences. You will be working with patients, families and carers within  specialised and experienced multidisciplinary team based at CSRT and acute wards.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated psychologist with experience of working in mental / physical health and an interest and experience in neuro services. The clinical psychologist is an important part of the MDT and will be expected to meet with patients and families and carers to assess, formulate and provide the delivery of care. Additionally, the role requires consultation and liaison with the MDT, statutory, voluntary and private sectors.  The psychology service offers a range of therapeutic interventions for patients including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy and family work. This is a comprehensive post and mental health, physical health and family work is covered within the role.

We are happy to support candidates on/interested in the QiCN and to provide supervision. There are also extensive opportunities for involvement in service development/research as we are under a new management.

Interview Date TBC

Main duties of the job

Provide a specialist Clinical Psychology service for Acute Neuro Services and  Community Stroke Service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

***Please see the attached supporting document which contains more information about the role in job description and person specification***

Person specification

Education

Essential

  • DClinPsych/PsyD in Clinical Psychology
  • HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist

Desirable

  • Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with diabetes

Experience

Essential

  • Years experience of working with Neuro patients

Desirable

  • Specialised knowledge of the assessment and treatment of relevant psychological issues in individuals with FND

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This advert is for Rotational Clinical Psychologist with Croydon Health Services NHS Trust in Thornton Heath, London, England. It is listed as a Band 8 Psychologist role. The advertised salary is £55,524 - £70,887 pro rata, per annum, incl HCAS (Outer). The contract type is Permanent: This is a preceptorship, offered as a band 7 and only becoming a band 8 once leadership competencies have been met.. The application deadline is 10 Aug 2026.

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