BHSCT - BAND 8a - Specialist Practitioner Psychologist

BHSCT - BAND 8a - Specialist Practitioner Psychologist

Full-Time 55690 - 62682 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Provide specialist psychological support in acute mental health settings.
  • Company: Belfast HSCT, a leading healthcare provider focused on mental health.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working options, and career development opportunities.
  • Other info: Permanent position with potential for part-time roles in the future.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your psychology career.
  • Qualifications: Must be a qualified psychologist with relevant experience.

The predicted salary is between 55690 - 62682 £ per year.

Branch: Belfast HSCT

Location: ACUTE MENTAL HEALTH INPATIENT CENTRES

Salary: Band 8a (£55,690 - £62,682)

Contract Type: Permanent

Opening date: 27/07/26

Closes: Tue, 25 August 2026 @ 4:30 PM

Interview Dates: TBD

Notes: We accept online applications only. A waiting list may be created for similar posts that may arise while the waiting list is live, this may include temporary or part-time posts. This will be managed in line with the updated HSC waiting list principles effective from 1 April 2026. Where a part-time waiting list is required, one part-time waiting list will be created regardless of any specific hours advertised; this waiting list will cover all future vacancies where part-time posts arise. A part-time post is defined as any post that has less than 37.5 hours per week.

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Flexible Working: We welcome flexible working requests from day one. All HSC organisations offer a range of flexible working options. The options available for this post will depend on the requirements of the role. Successful applicants have the opportunity to request Flexible Working from the 1st day of their employment. A number of Flexible Working provisions are offered by all HSC Organisations; what provisions are available depends on the role being undertaken.

BHSCT - BAND 8a - Specialist Practitioner Psychologist employer: Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

Belfast HSCT is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of its staff, offering flexible working arrangements from day one to support a healthy work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture within the Health Improvement Team, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust

Contact Details:

Belfast Health and Social Care Trust Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace BHSCT - BAND 8a - Specialist Practitioner Psychologist

Psychological Assessment
Therapeutic Interventions
Clinical Supervision
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Mental Health Diagnosis
Interpersonal Skills
Crisis Intervention