Clinical Practice
Carry out detailed and sensitive psychological assessments using a range of methods including interviews, psychometric tests and observations.
Develop and contribute to individualised psychological formulations and care plans for adults with complex and often long‑term mental health difficulties and/or learning disabilities.
Deliver structured, protocol‑based psychological interventions in line with evidence‑based practice.
Provide emotional support to clients and work compassionately with individuals who may present with distress, trauma histories or challenging behaviour.
Work flexibly across settings including community bases, clinical environments, service users’ homes, and virtual platforms.
Communication
Communicate frequently in highly emotive situations with clients, families and carers, ensuring sensitivity and professionalism at all times.
Provide high‑quality written and verbal reports for clinical use and for partner agencies.
Engage effectively with MDT colleagues, supervisors and external services to support cohesive and safe care delivery.
Autonomous Practice & Supervision
Manage your own caseload and day‑to‑day clinical work independently within agreed parameters.
Receive regular clinical supervision from an HCPC‑registered Practitioner Psychologist, using feedback constructively to ensure safe and effective practice.
Recognise and work within your scope of practice, escalating complex or high‑risk concerns.
Service Development, Audit & Research
Contribute to service improvement through participation in audits, outcome monitoring and innovative practice.
Undertake agreed small‑scale research, using appropriate methodology and statistical procedures.
Maintain and expand your professional knowledge through reading, training, and reflective practice.
Professional Responsibilities
Work in accordance with NHS Trust policies, national guidance, and the BPS Code of Conduct.
Maintain BPS membership and engage with emerging national accreditation schemes for CAPs.
Uphold standards of information governance, confidentiality, safeguarding, and equality and diversity.
Support the wider service through participation in meetings, provision of training where appropriate, and maintaining accurate administrative systems.
Physical, Emotional & Environmental Considerations
Work regularly with distressing material and challenging emotional situations.
Manage interruptions and shifting clinical priorities within a demanding caseload.
Travel across Somerset as required for clinical and service needs.
Use IT systems extensively for clinical documentation, virtual interventions and research activity.
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