An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and compassionate psychology graduate to join the Psychological Services for Older People in South Essex as an assistant psychologist. This post offers the opportunity to develop skills in the development and implementation of psychological group interventions for people experiencing mental health difficulties, the delivery of neuropsychological assessments to people referred to our memory assessment services and to contribute to ongoing service evaluation and development through audit and research.
The successful candidate will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team, have the chance to work alongside other assistant psychologists and attend continuous professional development groups. Weekly clinical supervision with qualified psychologists will be provided.
We would like to recruit staff who are passionate about working with Older People. However, prior experience is not necessary.
We are committed to delivering equitable services and developing an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, as we are keen to bring diverse life experiences to our teams.
The successful applicant must have an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology of at least a 2:1 and eligibility for a Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. It would be advantageous for the successful candidate to be able to travel due to the geographical area covered our services, unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010, which prevents you from driving. A high degree of clerical accuracy and ease with numbers is also required.
At the end of your supporting statement, we request applicants include a paragraph of no more than 500 words on the psychological needs of older people.
***IMPORTANT*** - We will not consider your application unless you tell us why you want specifically to work with older people in your supporting statement. Use of AI in all applications is also screened.
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
Benefits
27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years’ service.
Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
£8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact:
Dr Maina Amin, Principal Clinical Psychologist on 07583 059 201/
[email protected]
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed list of responsibilities.
