B7 Clinical/Counselling Psychologist – Fixed term (mat cover)
The closing date is 02 June 2026
Join our multidisciplinary team as a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (Mat cover-fixed term) and play a vital role in improving lives through high‑quality psychological care. In this rewarding role you will assess, formulate and deliver evidence‑based interventions for individuals across the lifespan, supporting people with a diverse range of mental health and cognitive needs.
You will work collaboratively with colleagues, service users and carers to develop personalised care plans that promote independence, dignity and recovery, while championing a strong psychological perspective within teams. This position offers opportunities to influence service development, contribute to teaching and supervision, and engage in clinical audit and research. You will also have opportunities to connect with psychologists across the Trust and the University of Surrey Clinical Psychology Doctoral Training Programme, supporting and mentoring assistant psychologists and trainees, helping to build capability across the workforce.
Main duties of the job
To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of clinical work and care, maintaining high standards of care in accordance with the HCPC Code of Conduct, professional guidelines, Trust policies and procedures. To act within the Mental Health Act and the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and to implement Safeguarding Adult and Child Protection policies, procedures and legislation.
To carry out comprehensive psychological and cognitive assessments and formulation, plan, implement and evaluate the delivery of psychology interventions and consultations to support people with specific needs.
To actively involve people in developing and agreeing their own care plan, advocacy and ensuring proper regard for their dignity, choice, self‑esteem, racial, cultural, sexual and religious needs and preferences.
To work creatively to adapt verbal and written communication to meet the needs of people who use our services.
To undertake comprehensive risk assessments and develop effective risk management plans.
About us
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust is the leading provider of mental health, learning disability, neuro‑developmental and drug and alcohol services in Surrey and North East Hampshire. We support people of all ages and are passionate about providing high quality care that is delivered at the right time, close to home, to help people recover and stay well.
We are one of the top 10 mental health, learning disability and community trusts to work for nationwide. The Trust is an inclusive and supportive employer, offering a wide range of staff networks, flexible working, free parking and excellent health and wellbeing support, as well as opportunities for staff development and progression.
Surrey is a beautiful county located just 30 minutes from Central London and the South Coast, with excellent transportation links. For international travel, both Gatwick and Heathrow airports are nearby.
Please note that we reserve the right to close posts as soon as sufficient applications are received.
Regrettably, due to UK Home Office requirements we cannot offer sponsorship for all our job roles.
Applicants must have the right to work in the UK for the duration of the role.
Person specification
Qualifications
- Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology qualification or equivalent
- HCPC registration
Experience
- Experience of working with people from across the lifespan with a range of mental health issues and cognitive profiles
- Experience across a range of psychological models including systemic, behavioural and individual therapeutic models
- Experience working with people with learning disabilities within a positive behaviour support framework
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Surrey and Borders Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
£51,657 to £58,785 a year. PA includes 5% HCAS (pro rata)
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