Assistant Psychologist
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
London, E8 2FPView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852
Contract
Fixed-Term
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 October 2026
10 days leftJob description
The CAMHS Disability Service is a well-established part of Community CAMHS, and offers a wide range of care pathways (0-18 years; moderate to profound...
- Contribute to ASD ADHD assessments both with/with out LD
- Support and coordinate CAMHS clinics, plan and organise the group schedule in advance, utilising administration
- Support clinical work of qualified staff in relation to diagnostic assessment e.g. reports, outcome measures and group interventions, develop clinical resources
- Liaise closely with the designated Clinical Lead, MDT and Psychology assistants for ASD
- Undertake activities appropriate to the post, under the guidance of the line manager.
We encourage male and minority UK applicants to reflect the local area.
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role. The person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. The person specification outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed rather than all role requirements.
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, and the City of London.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC).
Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients.
Homerton Healthcare aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
Education / Qualifications
Essential: - Honours degree in Psychology: Upper second or first class only Eligibility for graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Desirable
- Further education in a relevant area of psychology e.g. counselling, systemic therapy or CBT
- Specialist training or knowledge relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children and young people and their families/carers in a health, education or care setting
- Experience of working with children and young people with autism or other neurodevelopmental needs
- Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or multi-agency team
- Experience of managing competing tasks and maintaining accurate records
Desirable
- Paid experience within CAMHS, the NHS or a neurodevelopmental service
- Experience supporting neurodevelopmental assessment activity
- Experience of pathway or waiting-list coordination ADOS or other relevant neurodevelopmental assessment training
Skills and abilities
Essential
- Service-related research skills and/or audit experience. Competence in IT and keyboard skills, including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint and use of databases.
- High-level communication skills with children, young people, families and professionals. Ability to contribute to clinical work and decision-making under supervision.
- Ability to work independently within agreed boundaries, document work accurately on an electronic patient record and maintain robust tracking information.
- Ability to organise and prioritise workload within competing demands. Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively as a team member.
- Ability to work sensitively with people from diverse communities.
Desirable
- Understanding of psychological measures and tools relevant to neurodevelopmental assessment
- High standard of report writing Experience using data to monitor pathway flow, activity or waiting lists
Knowledge
Essential
- Understanding of factors affecting psychological wellbeing and child development.
- Knowledge and understanding of confidentiality and safeguarding.
- Awareness of autism and neurodevelopmental presentations in children and young people.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working across languages/cultures and with interpreters.
- Knowledge of recent developments in neurodevelopmental assessment and neurodevelopmental services.
Other requirements
Essential
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- A commitment to equal opportunities. Respectful approach to service users, families, carers, colleagues and other professionals.
- Flexible and creative approach to work. A commitment to continuing professional development.
Desirable: - Ability to travel between sites where required.
How to apply
Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.
Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
16 October 2026
Last checked
16 October 2026
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