Main area NHS Talking Therapies Grade Band 5 Contract Fixed term: 18 months (This role is a being offered as a development post, applicants will have the opportunity to apply for training to become a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner in the service.) Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week Job ref 270-TH470-MH
Site Willowbrook Healthcare centre Town Corby Salary £32,073 - £39,043 per annum Salary period Yearly Closing 11/11/2026 23:59
Job overview
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated Senior Assistant Psychologists to join our NHS Talking Therapies service and play a valued role in improving the mental health and wellbeing of our local community.
This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to develop their psychological experience within a supportive NHS service. You'll be part of a skilled and committed team, with opportunities to learn from experienced practitioners, develop your clinical skills and contribute to a service that is focused on delivering accessible, effective and compassionate care.
We're looking for applicants who are curious, compassionate and committed to psychological practice, with the motivation to learn, develop and make a difference. In return, we offer a welcoming team environment, opportunities for professional development and the chance to build valuable experience for your future psychological career.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and want to be part of a service where your contribution matters, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
As a Senior Assistant Psychologist, you will support the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions within Talking Therapies. You'll contribute to assessment, formulation, group and individual interventions, outcome monitoring and service development, while working closely with therapists and the wider multidisciplinary team.
We're looking for applicants who are:
- Compassionate and person-centred
- Psychologically minded and curious
- Organised and reliable
- Reflective and open to learning
- Collaborative and adaptable
Most importantly, we're looking for applicants who bring enthusiasm, resilience and a commitment to high-quality, inclusive care.
Working for our organisation
NHFT is an NHS Community and Mental Health Foundation Trust, providing physical, mental health and specialty services in hospital settings and in the community. We provide over 200 services across the county - as well as some specialist services in bordering and nearby counties. We work together with our partners to ensure that everyone who comes through our doors receives compassionate, person-centred care, regardless of their background or circumstances.
NHFT promotes a culture of learning, to improve the care and safety of our patients and colleagues. We have achieved our ‘outstanding’ rating by encouraging opportunity, innovation, development and growth across our workforce.
At NHFT we believe that work should be rewarded in every sense which is why we are proud to an accredited living wage employer.
We aim to support financial wellbeing and create an environment where are people feel valued and able to thrive.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information on the advertised role, please refer to the job description located under the Supporting Documents heading. The full person specification can be accessed under the ‘About You’ Section of the document.
Person specification
Qualification
- Upper second class Degree in Psychology eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered membership (GGBC) with the British Psychological Society, or equivalent qualification.
- Further relevant training or experience in psychological therapies, mental health or a related area.
- Formal training in CBT or another evidence-based psychological therapy.
Experience
- Experience of working with adults experiencing common mental health difficulties.
- Experience of working specifically within an NHS Talking Therapies service.
We are an equal opportunities employer, which aims to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons from all backgrounds.
All roles are subject to the home office immigration rules and therefore eligibility must meet certain requirements for any sponsorship to be considered. Please visit the government website for more information regarding eligibility,
At NHFT we support many of our colleagues to work flexibly and we will consider requests for flexible working from day one. For this role, we are open to discussing a range of options including flexible hours, agile/home working, compressed hours and part time hours. Please have a conversation with the recruiting manager about the flexibility you need and we will promise to explore what is possible with you.
Applicants who have a disability and meet the essential criteria for the job will be considered under the Guaranteed Interview Scheme. If you require a reasonable adjustment at any stage of the recruitment process please make the recruitment services team aware as soon as possible.
All posts that are engaged in a regulated activity will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and a DBS re-check on a three yearly basis whilst employed in such a role. Staff employed in these posts will therefore be asked to register with the DBS Automatic Update Service upon receipt of their DBS certificate and must update yearly , the annual fee will be reimbursed subject to Trust policy. For further information please visit: DBS Update Service: applicant guide - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please note if a DBS is applicable for the position then a charge will be deducted from your first salary.
Please note that all new starters to the trustare subject to a probationary period.
Employer certification / accreditation badges
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
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