Consultant Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

Make a real difference in your community

Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Consultant Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to join our National Psychological Services Team on a 6-month contract. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape and improve mental health support at a national level.

You will lead a review of mental health provision across our residential (non-inpatient) services, identifying strengths, gaps, and making clear, evidence-based recommendations to improve consistency and impact. You will also support multidisciplinary teams (MDTs) with high-quality assessment and support planning for new referrals.

Working closely with the National Lead for Psychological Services, you will contribute to service development and the implementation of effective, practical improvements.

This is a hybrid role, combining remote working with site visits across key localities (to be discussed). Travel and expenses will be reimbursed.

Key Duties

• Lead a national review of mental health support delivery
• Identify gaps and recommend service improvements
• Support MDTs with assessment and support planning
• Contribute to service development and implementation of best practice
• Provide clinical and strategic expertise across services
• Engage with teams across multiple locations

About You

• Doctorate in Clinical or Forensic Psychology and HCPC registration
• Strong experience in complex mental health or forensic settings
• Experience in service evaluation or quality improvement
• Skilled in working with MDTs and influencing service development
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to work independently and travel for site visits

Additional Information

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Helen:

07974 863748

What We Offer

We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:

• 27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
• Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
• Life assurance (3× annual salary)
• Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
• Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
• Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
• 24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
• Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
• £500 Recommend a Friend bonus
• Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
• Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
• Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year

Inclusion and accessibility

Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.

We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.

If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk

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