Person Specification

Training & Qualifications

Essential

• Degree in Psychology (upper second class or above)
• Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist (or similar) in direct clinical contact with people with psychological difficulties
• Experience of working with patients with neurological conditions

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours

Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s “We are here for you” behavioural standards
• Clear interest in pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology
• Able to show appropriate compassion, patience, and motivation towards people in need

Experience

Desirable

• Experience of working with patients with physical health problems and/or in an acute NHS trust
• Experience of working with adults with multiple disabilities
• Familiarity with biopsychosocial models of disability and care
• Experience of administering, scoring, and interpreting neuropsychological assessments

Communication and Relationship Skills

Essential

• Ability to build positive relationships with colleagues and patients, from diverse backgrounds, ages, and needs
• Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to use supervision appropriately and effectively
• Ability to describe psychological concepts in a manner that is accessible to patients and staff

Desirable

• Able to work effectively with people in distress or who are agitated

Analytical and Judgement Skills

Essential

• Ability to work with autonomy but within a level of competence.

Desirable

• Experience of Microsoft Excel database management

Planning and Organisation Skills

Essential

• Well organised in relation to time, work, and ability to prioritise tasks
• Able to be flexible and respond to changing demands at work
• Have a proactive approach to managing difficulties that may arise in the role.

Physical Skills

Essential

• Ability to lift and carry heavy test materials (over 10kg).
• Ability to concentrate for prolonged periods (> 60 mins) and be capable of sitting in a constrained position.
• Ability to attend work punctually and reliably.

Other requirements specific to the role (eg be able to drive or work shifts)

Essential

• Up-to-date immunisations are required (including TB, HepB)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Closing Date: 25 September 2026