Description
We are seeking a Lead Clinical Psychologist to join our team of staff in the Psychology department at Circle Rehabilitation in Birmingham. This is a part-time role for 22.5 hours a week, with a flexible shift pattern.
The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership for psychological services within the Rehabilitation Centre and across relevant pathways. They will act as the senior clinical psychology lead, ensuring safe, evidence-based, and patient-centred practice.
Key responsibilities include:
- Delivering expert psychological assessment and intervention for patients with neurological, psychological, and physical health conditions
- Leading and nurturing a team of psychologists, trainees, and assistants, ensuring effective supervision, appraisal, and development
- Ensuring all psychological practice complies with HCPC/BPS standards, safeguarding, and Circle Health Group governance frameworks
- Driving innovation in rehabilitation psychology, piloting and embedding new evidence-based practices
To be considered for this role, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) recognised by the HCPC
- HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical)
- Significant post-qualification experience in neuropsychology, complex rehabilitation, or physical health settings
- Demonstrated leadership experience in managing psychology services or teams
- Expertise in neuropsychological assessment, cognitive rehabilitation, and therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, ACT, systemic)
- Strong knowledge of the psychological impact of neurological conditions, trauma, and disability
- Evidence of service development, audit, and research experience
- Proven ability to influence at senior levels and work effectively within a complex MDT
In return for your hard work, Circle Health Group offers a competitive salary of up to £66,000 per year, depending on level of experience, training, and qualification, as well as a wide range of employee benefits, including:
- 25 days holiday per year + bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with service
- Private Pension Scheme
- Private Healthcare Scheme for treatment at our hospitals, covering pre-existing medical conditions
- Friends & Family Hospital Discounts
- Family Friendly policies, including enhanced Maternity, Paternity & Adoption pay
- Non-contributory life insurance
- Staff engagement hub with access to discounts and extensive rewards and voluntary benefits
- Access to resources, tools and services to support your wellbeing
- Employee recognition programmes
- Industry leading training and development opportunities