Band 4 Assistant Psychologists - Older People’s Services
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Assistant Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary team. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate looking to develop clinical experience within dementia care, cognitive assessment, and older adult mental health.
About the Role
The post-holder will work under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist to support the assessment, diagnosis, and management of people experiencing memory difficulties, including those with suspected dementia. You will contribute to high-quality, person-centred care for patients and their families.
About You
A degree in Psychology (BPS-accredited) is essential.
Experience working with older adults, individuals with cognitive impairment, or in a mental health setting is desirable.
Strong communication, empathy, and organisational skills.
Ability to work flexibly within an MDT and manage sensitive information confidently.
What We Offer
Regular clinical supervision from a qualified psychologist.
Opportunities for professional development and training within the memory service.
A supportive, friendly, and innovative team committed to improving dementia care.
Interested?
We welcome applications from enthusiastic individuals passionate about developing their skills and making a difference to people living with memory difficulties.
The post holder will contribute to a range of key clinical and administrative activities, including but not limited to the following:
To support the delivery of high-quality psychological services within the Memory Assessment Service by assisting with cognitive assessments, providing pre and post-diagnostic support, and contributing to service development under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist.
Provide feedback to patients and families following multidisciplinary diagnostic meetings.
Support care planning and signpost to appropriate interventions and community resources.
Assist with audits, research projects, and service evaluations.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned in line with clinical and departmental priorities.
Key Responsibilities
Assist in administering, scoring, and interpreting cognitive and neuropsychological assessments.
Gather collateral histories and behavioural information from patients, carers, and relevant professionals.
Support clinicians in diagnostic clinics and multidisciplinary case discussions.
Provide evidence-based psychological interventions and psycho-education under supervision.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with Trust policies.
Contribute to audit, service evaluation, and quality-improvement initiatives.
Help develop resources for patients and carers, including well-being and post-diagnostic support materials.
Participate in regular supervision, training, and team meetings.
We are an award winning and CQC rated good health and social care Trust delivering integrated services across Hull, East and North Yorkshire. Find out more on our website
We are a forward thinking and dynamic Trust with a real commitment to staff development. We value our colleagues and invest in them to ensure they have the right skills to deliver outstanding care.
We are proud to score above or equal to the average for all NHS People Promise theme areas demonstrating our commitment to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone. Wherever you work we know you will receive a warm welcome and all the support you’ll need to get you started.
We recognise the positive value of diversity and promotes equality whilst challenging discrimination. We welcome and encourage job applications from people of all backgrounds.
Work life balance is about having influence and flexibility over when, where and how you work. If the work pattern for this role does not meet your needs, we welcome an application and are happy to discuss working arrangements that differ from those advertised.
We offer a unique range of benefits that go above and beyond other NHS Trusts including an enhanced leave package and health and wellbeing support.
From city to countryside, market towns to moors you’ll find a place to call home including some of the most affordable places to live in the UK.
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For further information with regard to this vacancy please see attached Job Description and Person Specification.
