Job summaryWe are looking for a confident Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. You'll be working 37.5 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Hospital Harrow.Main duties of the jobAt Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.About usCygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.DetailsDate posted10 November 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 60,000 to 63,000 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference numberVPEAD1ED0BJob locationsHarrowHA1 3JLUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Are you an outstanding Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.With us, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.We need a Qualified Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.Joining our team on a full time basis, you will be working 37.5 hours per week, across 5 days.Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourpatientsits a challenging, satisfying vocation.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.So if you care about making a difference every day we want to hear from you.Cygnet Hospital Harrow: Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.Your day-to-day Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groupsWork systemically with staff, as well as directly with service usersConsult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client groupOffer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary teamSupport the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about riskEvaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.We are looking for someone who is...An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client groupExperienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary teamKnowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principlesPreferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & DBTPassionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needsCapable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending & drug & alcohol problemsAn excellent communicator.Why Cygnet? Well offer youSalary: Up to 63,000pa DOE25 days annual leave plus Bank holidaysFully paid trainingPaid DBSFree parkingCourtesy meals & refreshments while on shiftShopping & entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers)NHS Discount (Blue Light Card)Cycle to Work schemeOpportunities to progress and develop.Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to apply Job description Job responsibilitiesHelping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.Are you an outstanding Clinical / Forensic / Counselling Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.With us, youll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.We need a Qualified Psychologist whos passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.Joining our team on a full time basis, you will be working 37.5 hours per week, across 5 days.Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for ourpatientsits a challenging, satisfying vocation.At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.Youll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits to support you to be happy both in and out of work.So if you care about making a difference every day we want to hear from you.Cygnet Hospital Harrow: Cygnet Hospital Harrow provides a recovery focused service treating a wide range of mental health problems. We also offer specialist diagnostic, assessment and inpatient services for individuals with mental health needs and who also have a dual diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder.Your day-to-day Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groupsWork systemically with staff, as well as directly with service usersConsult with staff, families & other agencies about the psychological care of the client groupOffer psychological insight & knowledge to the multidisciplinary teamSupport the clinical, nursing & direct care teams in making skilled evaluations & decisions about riskEvaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research.We are looking for someone who is...An experienced Psychologist, ideally with an adult mental health client groupExperienced in working as part of a multidisciplinary teamKnowledgeable of mental health legislation, risk assessment & risk management principlesPreferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical & DBTPassionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needsCapable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending & drug & alcohol problemsAn excellent communicator.Why Cygnet? Well offer youSalary: Up to 63,000pa DOE25 days annual leave plus Bank holidaysFully paid trainingPaid DBSFree parkingCourtesy meals & refreshments while on shiftShopping & entertainment discount scheme (over 800 retailers)NHS Discount (Blue Light Card)Cycle to Work schemeOpportunities to progress and develop.Please note, successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.What next?If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.Click the button to applyPerson Specification General Requirements EssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements EssentialPlease refer to job description aboveDesirablePlease refer to job description aboveDisclosure 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressHarrowHA1 3JLUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameCygnet Health CareAddressHarrowHA1 3JLUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Clinical/Counselling/Forensic Psychologist employer: National Health Service
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