Job summaryAre you a passionate & compassionate Clinical or Counselling Psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with severe & complex mental health difficulties? If so, we'd love to hear from you.
We are recruiting for a full-time Clinical or Counselling Psychologists to join our friendly, experienced & supportive Community Mental Health Psychological Therapies (CMHPT) team. Additional training and experience in CBT for Psychosis would be highly valued.
As part of our well-established service, you will provide evidence-based, trauma-informed psychological therapies for adults across Bracknell and Berkshire, working closely with Community Mental Health Services and multidisciplinary colleagues. You'll have opportunities to undertake specialist clinical work, offer consultation, contribute to service development, and support psychologically informed practice across teams. We are committed to helping our staff thrive.
You will receive excellent clinical support, access to a wide range of CPD opportunities, and encouragement to develop your clinical, leadership and consultation skills. Based at Church Hill House, Bracknell, this role offers flexible working, with an expectation of working on-site at least 50% of the week, and options to work from home where the service needs allow. There may also be a need to travel to other sites for meetings or collaborative projects.
Main duties of the jobConduct specialist psychological assessments and develop a clear and detailed formulation of the service user's presenting difficulties and/or the systemic issues present. In collaboration with service users, develop personalised treatment plans based on assessment findings and service user needs, in collaboration with service users, to support their recovery and improve quality of life. Deliver evidence based therapeutic interventions using a range of psychological techniques and modalities.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary team clinicians and multi-agency representatives to ensure the delivery of integrated and holistic client care.
In line with experience and role development plans, provide supervision and mentorship to junior clinicians and trainees, contributing to their professional development and enhancing the treatment they offer.
Regularly undertake applied research, adding to the evidence base for practice, development activities and participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance the overall effectiveness of clinical services. Actively engage in the improvement and development of mental health services, implementing new treatment approaches, providing insights and expertise to enhance the overall quality of care. About usBerkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a specialist mental health and community health services trust. Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we're committed to providing the best possible care to people across Berkshire. As an employer, we're committed to offering an inclusive and compassionate environment where our people share in a sense of belonging and are supported to flourish. Our values at Berkshire Healthcare are: Caring for and about you is our top priorityCommitted to providing good quality, safe servicesWorking Together with you to develop innovative solutionsYour wellbeing is important to us. Some of the benefits of working for us include: Flexible working options to support work-life balance27 days' annual leave rising with service + opportunity to buy and sellGenerous NHS pension schemeExcellent learning and career development opportunities'Cycle to Work' and car leasing scheme including electric vehiclesAccess to a range of wellbeing tools and servicesDiscounts at hundreds of popular retailers and restaurantsStaff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, the environment and armed forces community to support equalityGenerous maternity, paternity, adoption and special leaveFree parking across Trust sitesDetailsDate posted08 October 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
51,657 to 58,785 a year
per annum (incl of HCAS)
ContractPermanentWorking pattern
Full-time
Reference number371-MHS1181-AJob locationsBracknell Psychology ProvisionBracknellRG12 7FRUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role: A post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical or counselling psychologyRegistered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner PsychologistExperience of and interest in working with adults with significant mental health needsAn enhanced DBS checkFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Should you wish to discuss the post then do not hesitate to contact Dr Payal Amin (Principal Counselling Psychologist) by emailing payal.amin@berkshire.nhs.uk. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Job description
Job responsibilitiesThe must haves for this role: A post graduate doctoral qualification in clinical or counselling psychologyRegistered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as a Practitioner PsychologistExperience of and interest in working with adults with significant mental health needsAn enhanced DBS checkFor further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification. We strongly encourage you to review how you meet the criteria in the person specification and write about this point-by-point in your supporting statement for the best chance of being shortlisted. Were committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. Should you wish to discuss the post then do not hesitate to contact Dr Payal Amin (Principal Counselling Psychologist) by emailing payal.amin@berkshire.nhs.uk. Please note, if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
EssentialPostgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas)Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)(Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS)DesirableAdditional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., CBT for Psychosis, EMDR).
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the postCommitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body
Experience
EssentialExperience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuseExperience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamicsExperience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environmentsExperience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findingsExperience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the serviceDesirableExperience of delivering teaching and training to staffExperience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
EssentialDemonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service areaKnowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learningWell-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS settingWell-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvementThe ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care systemAdvanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet)
Additional Requirements
EssentialAble to work flexibly around working patterns as required
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications/Training
EssentialPostgraduate doctorate in clinical or counselling psychology (or equivalent for those who trained prior to 1996 or for those who completed their training overseas)Registered as a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)(Eligibility for) Chartered Membership of British Psychological Society (BPS)DesirableAdditional training and accreditations (or working towards these) in relevant therapeutic approaches or psychological models to reflect post qualification interests/ specialism (e.g., CBT for Psychosis, EMDR).
Continuous Professional Development
EssentialEvidence of training and/or interest and knowledge in psychological models or therapeutic approaches relevant to the postCommitment to continuing professional development as recommended by the relevant accrediting body
Experience
EssentialExperience of working in evidence-based ways with services users (and their carers/families) presenting with the full range of clinical severity across the range of settings, maintaining a high degree of professionalism in the face of highly emotive and distressing problems, verbal abuse and the threat of physical abuseExperience of dealing with highly distressing or emotional circumstances, such as serious mental illness, child and sexual abuse, exploitation, and complex family dynamicsExperience of working effectively in a multi-disciplinary team and multi-agency environmentsExperience of service development and carrying out clinical audits, evaluative research and applying the findingsExperience of working with, and addressing, issues of diversity, including experience of working with diversity, multiculturalism, and equality of access to the serviceDesirableExperience of delivering teaching and training to staffExperience of providing clinical supervision, mentoring and structured guidance to other staff
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
EssentialDemonstrable knowledge, skills and abilities in the practice of assessment, formulation and intervention, relevant to the specialist modality and service areaKnowledge and understanding of service evaluation, audit and research and how to undertake these activities in an NHS context, including how to implement learningWell-developed skills in the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, complex, technical and/or sensitive information to service users, their carers/families and other professional colleagues, both within and outside of an NHS settingWell-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to support, influence and engage with clinicians, stakeholders and service users to create change and improvementThe ability and skills to act as an advocate for the service, to engage and foster positive relationships with all health professionals in promoting the good integration of the service within the wider health care systemAdvanced IT skills and the ability to navigate various systems and software packages (such as RiO, Outlook, databases, MS Office/Teams, One Consultation and the Internet)
Additional Requirements
EssentialAble to work flexibly around working patterns as requiredDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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. UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameBerkshire Healthcare Foundation TrustAddressBracknell Psychology ProvisionBracknellRG12 7FRUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameBerkshire Healthcare Foundation TrustAddressBracknell Psychology ProvisionBracknellRG12 7FRUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist in Bracknell employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
