Senior Clinical Psychologist

Job overview

We are seeking to recruit a practitioner psychologist to join our inpatient learning disability service. We are offering this as a full-time Band 7 to 8a development (preceptorship) role, and welcome applications from newly qualifying psychologists.

The successful candidate will work as part of the multi-disciplinary team in the Najurally assessment and treatment unit for adults with a learning disability. This is a fast paced and dynamic environment with opportunities to apply a range of psychological skills. There is a committed multi-disciplinary team delivering clinical expertise for patients experiencing acute mental health problems and behaviors that challenge. You will work alongside an experienced Consultant Clinical Psychologist to deliver psychological assessment, intervention, Positive Behaviour Support, training, staff support and embed trauma-informed practice.  This role offers excellent opportunities for developing skills in consultation, informing and educating, clinical leadership and embedding compassionate, psychologically informed care.  There is a strong emphasis on quality improvement, service development, personal and professional development.

Main duties of the job

• Provide specialist evidence based psychological assessment, formulation & therapy, making autonomous clinical decisions about own professional practice.
• Provide clinical leadership, supervision, consultation and advice on psychological therapies.
• Provide clinical consultation and advice to healthcare professionals across all localities.
• Support adherence to relevant NICE guidance and clinical governance arrangements.
• To ensure the clinical effectiveness of own practice and of service functioning by undertaking research and development activities relevant to the service area.
• Work with the Team/Clinical Manager on service development, leading research and development activities.

Closing Date: 20th July 2025

Shortlisting Date: 22nd July 2025

Interview Date: TBC

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.

Right to Work in the UK

Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.

Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trust’s eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.

As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly.