Psychologist (Band 8a) inpatient adult mental health
We are seeking a highly motivated, compassionate and skilled Practitioner Psychologist to join our multidisciplinary inpatient team in Hounslow. This is a pivotal role within a dynamic service committed to delivering psychologically informed, recovery‑focused care for adults experiencing acute mental health difficulties.
The post involves sharing and embedding psychological and trauma informed theory and practice within the work of the whole MDT. We require a candidate who thrives in a team environment and who can work robustly and independently in a fast-paced environment. It is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic early-career psychologist to develop as a leader, supported by a passionate and committed senior psychology team.
West London NHS Trust we want to employ talented, passionate and skilled psychological professionals, to provide the best healthcare possible for those who use our services. In return, we offer:
- Funded training opportunities
- Flexible working opportunities
- A comprehensive CPD and reflective practice program
- Opportunities to work with the North Thames Doctorate courses
You will work two female acute inpatient wards where you will:
- provide highly specialist assessments and interventions for individuals with complex mental health needs many who have experienced trauma and adverse circumstances
- develop formulations with and for service users and share these with the wider MDT to shape effective care plans and onward treatment recommendations
- perform as a member of the MDT by attending meetings, supporting and guiding staff and contributing to the therapeutic milieu of the wards
- offer formal reflective spaces and post incident support
- provide psychological consultation and guidance to the whole MDT and offer supervision and training
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Previous experience in complex mental health and inpatient care is essential, as is the desire to work within an MDT to promote psychological and trauma informed ways of working and to develop your leadership skills.
You will play a key role in service development; undertaking audit and research to drive and sustain the quality of the services we deliver. There will be opportunities to collaborate with trainee psychologists, doctorate courses and psychological colleagues across the Trust.
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West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached.
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
