Lead Clinical Psychologist in Neurorehabilitation

Lead Clinical Psychologist in Neurorehabilitation

NHS AfC: Band 8b

Job Ref: 333-G-CC-1579 • Part‑time (18.75 hours/week) • Permanent • South Wing, St Pancras Hospital, London • Salary: £75,328 – £86,114 pro rata per annum (incl. HCAS)

Job overview

The Clinical Lead Psychologist will lead the psychological component of the Camden Neurology and Stroke Service (CNSS). The post is suited to a specialist neuropsychologist seeking a leadership role and will involve clinical care, assessment, supervision, service development and research within a multidisciplinary neuro‑rehabilitation team.

Main duties

• Provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with acquired brain injury or neurological conditions.
• Offer clinical supervision to Band 7 and 8a psychologists, supporting their development and managing psychological practice governance.
• Lead the development of a psychologically informed framework for CNSS, ensuring service delivery meets professional standards.
• Consult with multidisciplinary staff, providing advice on diagnosis, formulation and treatment of clients.
• Participate in the design, implementation and evaluation of service‑development projects, including the adoption of national guidelines.
• Utilise research skills for audit, policy development and service evaluation to inform practice.
• Maintain autonomy within BPS and HCPC guidelines and codes of conduct.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology or equivalent.
• Completed training in clinical supervision.
• Registered with the HCPC as a Practitioner Psychologist.
• Eligible for the Specialist Register Clinical Neuropsychology administered by the British Psychological Society.

Experience

• Experience as a clinical specialist supervising clients with neurological diagnoses.
• Expertise in neuro‑psychological assessment and intervention.
• Supervising assistant and trainee psychologists.
• Teaching and training experience for psychologists or other professional groups.
• Experience with diversity and inclusion in local communities.
• Conducting research, audit or service evaluation projects.
• Managing service development projects.
• Publications in peer‑reviewed or professional journals/books.

Knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of specialised psychological therapies and neuro‑psychological assessment methods.
• Understanding of the evidence base for neuropsychological interventions.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation and safeguarding procedures.
• Doctoral‑level expertise in psychological research methodology and statistical analysis.
• Familiarity with factors affecting the acceptability and accessibility of mental‑health care.

Skills

• Deliver culturally sensitive psychological therapy.
• Administer and interpret complex psychometric assessments.
• Communicate complex information sensitively to clients, carers and colleagues.
• Plan and coordinate assessment and intervention schedules.
• Organise meetings, case reviews and partnership activities.
• Lead projects and manage team schedules.
• Supervise psychometric test administration.
• Maintain IT proficiency for research data entry and analysis.
• Provide teaching and training.

Abilities

• Work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Implement clinical governance mechanisms.
• Create and use multimedia materials for presentations.
• Manage emotionally stressful situations, including verbal and physical aggression.

Safeguarding

CNWL NHS Foundation Trust is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults and follows safe recruitment practices to protect them.

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