Practitioner Psychologist, Psychotherapist & Psychological Therapist
South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
London, SE11 5DLView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£66,274 to £73,496
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
21 October 2026
2 days leftJob description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 8a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join the LEO team, in the role of Highly Specialist Psycholog...
Delivery of individual and family interventions in the context of first episode psychosis, primarily within the framework of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), while drawing on other models and approaches where appropriate, and ensuring that interventions are delivered in such a manner that is both equitable and trauma informed.
- Supporting MDT staff in psychological formulation and case conceptualisation. Contributing to ensuring that the team's work as a whole is psychologically informed where possible, and that psychological perspectives are visible and influential in day to day work at LEO.
- Management and supervision relating to the team's pathway for "low intensity" psychological interventions.
- Supervision of more junior psychology staff, including clinical psychologists in training.
- Contributing in innovative ways to service development in LEO, to ensure that the team continues be informed by new developments in the field and as such remains a reference point for other services of its kind.
LEO is a nationally and internationally regarded team for early psychosis, having been one of the first of its kind in the UK. An enthusiastic and caring multidisciplinary team is comprised of psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, vocational workers, an advanced practitioner and a team leader. A well-established psychology team includes two family interventions therapists. The primary approach for individual therapy in the team is Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), while clinicians are encouraged to draw upon a range of evidenced approaches. Given high rates of trauma in psychosis groups, our work is trauma informed throughout. In addition, LEO has a well-established pathway for "low intensity" interventions, ensuring more timely access to therapeutic approaches, and a regular program of therapeutic groups. As a service, we are committed to increasing the accessibility and acceptability of care, and in ensuring that services are delivered equitably.
LEO has excellent community links and works alongside other services in Lambeth, which is a diverse, multicultural borough. We are based at 190 Kennington Lane, London, SE11 5DL - a short walk from Vauxhall overground station and Oval or Kennington tube stations, as well as being on several bus routes.
Some of our benefits are highlighted here
- Generous pay, pensions and leave
- Work life balance
- Career development
- Car lease
- Accommodation
- NHS discounts
Qualifications
Essential
- Entry-level qualification in Applied Psychology (Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent, or combination of MSc and PG Diploma in Counselling Psychology) that has been accepted by the HCPC for purposes of professional registration. (A/I)
- Additional training in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for psychosis through formal post-qualification training (PG Diploma or equivalent), OR a combination of specialist short courses, or an evidenced portfolio of supervised practice-based learning in a specialist area of clinical practice, assessed by an experienced clinical supervisor to be of equal level to a Postgraduate Diploma. (A/I/R)
- Registered with the HCPC as Practitioner Psychologist, and evidence of continuing professional development as required by the HCPC. (A/I)
Experience
Essential
- Evidence of having worked as a clinical specialist under supervision in Early Intervention in Psychosis. (A/I)
- Post-qualification experience that supports working with, and addressing issues of, diversity within local communities.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Knowledge of the theory and practice of specialised psychological assessments and interventions for people experiencing a first episode of psychosis, and their families (A/I/R)
- Knowledge of factors affecting acceptability and accessibility of mental health care. (A/I/R)
- To deliver psychological therapy across cultural and other differences.
- Ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team, contributing to effective team functioning and holding team roles.
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First seen
7 October 2026
Last checked
8 October 2026
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