Qualified Psychologist - Community / Home Based in Ipswich

Job summary90% remote working from homeCommunity Based Mental Health Therapy

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ServicesLocation: SuffolkWould suit someone living in commutable distance from Suffolk, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds, Lowestoft, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Essex, Norfolk or NorwichCareer Level C / (NHS
Band 7 - 8a)Full Time 37.5 hours a week / flexible working consideredThis service is part of our Outpatient Services Division who had their CQC rating as good. Below are some of the comments from
service users our services support:Changed my life and staff were incredible, faultless, supportive,
skilled, lovely and polite.The therapy that has been provided with was like no other I had
received in 30 years.We have different community services based all around
the UK so if this role / location isn't quite right for you but you are looking
for your next career move please reach out by sending your CV to or call 07827 856
634 to hear about our other opportunities.St Andrews Healthcare has a vision of a society in which everyone living with mental health needs is heard valued and has hope for the future. We offer a range of community based services supporting those in need to transform their lives. We are renowned for investing in research and valuing those who work for us.The successful applicant will be registered with the HCPC or be able to
register in the near future.Main duties of the jobSt Andrews Healthcare has a vision of a society in
which everyone living with mental health needs is heard valued and has hope for
the future. We offer a range of community based services supporting those in
need to transform their lives. We are known as a great place to work with a
thriving workforce and a culture of doing things right. We are renowned for
investing in research and valuing those who work for us.The National Probation Service
(NPS), have partnered with St Andrews Healthcare to deliver Community Sentence
treatment Requirements as part of a Mental Health Treatment Requirement initiative. This is a unique opportunity to work as a Qualified
Psychologist embedded in probation offices in the Suffolk region. Within this role you will support
and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the Criminal
Justice System (CJS); providing psychological assessment and psychological
interventions, working independently according to a plan agreed and within the
overall framework MHTRs, and St Andrews policies and procedures.The service is psychology-led and
holds psychological assessment and formulation, as well as the service users we
work with, at the core of everything it offers.Experience of using a range of
therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR and Compassion Focused Therapy would
also be an advantage although support and development to gain these skills will
be provided.About usOutpatient ServicesOur service specialises in developing
and delivering community based services for St Andrews. We offer a range
of services including, a busy private therapy clinic, a Medico-Legal Service,
Diagnostic Assessment Clinics (ADHD and ASD), a Complex Trauma Service for
Military Veterans, a community transition service and a range of MHTR services
across the midlands and east of England. We support LightBulb a schools based
mental wellness programme and are able to offer a comprehensive development
plan for those wishing to gain a range of experience.The Role and PersonYou will be responsible for delivering
outcome based psychological therapy that is uniquely tailored to meet the needs
of service users living in the region.You will supervise a number of
assistant psychologist supporting them in a manualised treatment approach,
whilst working with the wider team on more complex cases. You will be offered
supervision from a consultant Psychologist working within our service, they
will encourage you to develop your strengths and skills with opportunities for
professional development. The service is community based and
appointments are offered where possible in the service users locality as well
as remotely via telephone and video. As some travel will be required, a
full drivers licence is essential or access to good public transport links.
However, in return, you will also benefit from having the flexibility to
work from home when appropriate to do so.DetailsDate posted05 November 2026Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 7Salary
46,781 to 57,000 a year

38 leave, plus benefits & private work paid extra

ContractPermanentWorking pattern

Full-time,

Part-time,

Job share,

Flexible working,

Home or remote working,

Compressed hours

Reference numberB Job locationsRemote Home Working CommunityIpswich Magistrates CourtIpswichSuffolkIP1 2APUnited KingdomRemote Home Working CommunityBishopgateNorwichNR3 1UPUnited KingdomHybrid Work From Home CommunityEssexEssexSS12 9JPUnited Kingdomst Andrews HealthcareBury St Edmunds County CourtSaint Andrews StreetBury St EdmundsSuffolkIP33 1TRUnited KingdomSt Andrews Healthcare CommunityCommunity but home basedCAMBRIDGECB3 0DBUnited KingdomMHTR Community STAHCommunity / Home WorkingPETERBOROUGHPE1 2UFUnited KingdomSt Andrews Healthcare CommunityCommunity / Home WorkingCOLCHESTERCO1 2QSUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesWhy join our Community Partnerships Team:Opportunities to progress Most of our Consultant and Principal Psychologists started within the team and have developed their careers with us.Flexibility in our working practices that work around you and your family life.Support from other Qualified Psychologists in the community partnerships team and overall organisation.Opportunities for research through our Research and Innovation TeamPaid travel or mileage within the role.Experience of using a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR and Compassion Focused Therapy would also be an advantage although support and development to gain these skills will be provided.RewardWe offer an excellent benefits package including pension, 38 days holiday, sickness policy on par with NHS, life cover, car lease scheme, cycle to work scheme and opportunities for research, teaching and continuing professional development.For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact James Farrelly (Senior Recruiter) on or via email:
Job description
Job responsibilitiesWhy join our Community Partnerships Team:Opportunities to progress Most of our Consultant and Principal Psychologists started within the team and have developed their careers with us.Flexibility in our working practices that work around you and your family life.Support from other Qualified Psychologists in the community partnerships team and overall organisation.Opportunities for research through our Research and Innovation TeamPaid travel or mileage within the role.Experience of using a range of therapeutic modalities including CBT, EMDR and Compassion Focused Therapy would also be an advantage although support and development to gain these skills will be provided.RewardWe offer an excellent benefits package including pension, 38 days holiday, sickness policy on par with NHS, life cover, car lease scheme, cycle to work scheme and opportunities for research, teaching and continuing professional development.For an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact James Farrelly (Senior Recruiter) on or via email: Specification

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EssentialExperience working with similar services

Qualifications

EssentialHCPC Registered Forensic or Clinical Psychologist
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EssentialExperience working with similar services

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EssentialHCPC Registered Forensic or Clinical PsychologistDisclosure 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
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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). xsabvtc Employer detailsEmployer nameSt Andrew’s HealthcareAddressRemote Home Working CommunityIpswich Magistrates CourtIpswichSuffolkIP1 2APUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer nameSt Andrew’s HealthcareAddressRemote Home Working CommunityIpswich Magistrates CourtIpswichSuffolkIP1 2APUnited KingdomEmployer's website
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.