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Senior Assistant Psychologist

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Blandford/Bournemouth, DT11 7DD

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

15 September 2026

14 days left

Job description

An exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and motivated Senior Assistant Psychologist to work across our CAMHS acute pathway, primarily based betwee...

To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the CAMHS acute pathway; providing psychological assessment, formulation and psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, working independently according to a plan agreed with a qualified clinical psychologist and within the overall framework the CAMHS acute pathway.

To support and enhance the professional psychological support and training to mental health and non-mental health staff within the pathway.

To assist in clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collation and analysis of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching and project work.

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.

Education

Essential

  • Hon Degree Psychology

Experience

Essential

  • Experience of leading formulation

Transport

Essential

  • Can drive and has access to a car

Experience

Essential

  • Has worked within a CAMHS or other Mental Health setting

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

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First seen

1 September 2026

Last checked

1 September 2026

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About the employer

DHU
Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

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