Assistant Psychologist

Priory Hospital Lincolnshire Salary is £26,298 per annum Full-time - 37.5 hours per week Priory Hospital Lincolnshire has an opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team. Priory Hospital Lincolnshire, Gainsborough, Lincolnshire is a low secure unit for males with mental health conditions, supporting patients detained under the Mental Health Act (MHA). It is accessible by public transport, with Gainsborough railway station and local bus links nearby, approximately a 15-minute drive from Gainsborough.

In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care. You will: Support qualified Psychologists with assessments, interventions and person-centred care. Build therapeutic relationships, co-facilitate groups and deliver low-intensity interventions under supervision.  Support the planning and evaluation of therapeutic services to promote patients’ mental, emotional and social wellbeing.  Work as part of the MDT, contributing to patient care and recovery planning.  Maintain clinical records, support outcome measures, audits and research, with regular supervision and professional development.

You can find additional information in the attached job description. Essential for the role The successful candidate will hold a Psychology degree (minimum 2:1) and ideally have Graduate Basis with the British Psychological Society (BPS). The following experience would be beneficial Previous experience working in a mental health, healthcare or social care setting is desirable, along with a sound understanding of psychological theory and evidence-based practice You will have excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, with the ability to build therapeutic relationships, work effectively within an MDT and manage competing priorities.

A compassionate, professional approach and commitment to ongoing learning and development are essential.  We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.  Free on-site parking Enhanced maternity pay Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave Contributory pension scheme Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and private healthcare Access to development opportunities Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel Leadership & management development Long service award Refer a friend bonuses Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.