Assistant Psychologist

A full time Assistant Psychologist post has arisen to work in our Learning Disability and Complex Needs Service due to our current Assistant being successful in gaining a place on the doctorate. The service comprises Nurses, Social workers, Allied Health Professionals and Clinical Psychologists and provides health and social care to people living in Salford. The ability to work closely with other professions is an essential requirement along with a passion for supporting vulnerable individuals.

You will work closely with experienced clinical psychologist(s) and trainee clinical psychologist(s).

You will have the opportunity to gain both clinical and research experience relevant to professional development within the service.

There will be opportunity to work individually with people as well as contributing to group work.

You will also support the team with dementia assessments, well-being workshops and other therapeutic work, training, audit, research & development, and clinical administration.

Salford Care Organisation is part of the Northern Care Alliance, one of the largest NHS organisations in the country. A place with an outstanding reputation. Salford is the place which is taking bold, pioneering steps towards delivering a world class, fully integrated care system for adults. Twice rated Outstanding by the CQC, Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust is responsible for delivering a range of community and primary care services and specialist services to Greater Manchester and beyond

To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: www.careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk

In line with the Trust’s Single Equality Scheme we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of ethnic origin, disability, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, nationality, religion, marital status, social back ground or trade union membership.