Job Description

Job Title
Clinical or Counselling Psychologist

Banding
Band 8a

Location
North Wales - based at a dedicated cancer support centre alongside an NHS hospital

Working Hours
Full-time, permanent

Salary
Competitive salary aligned with Band 8a NHS rates

Pulse is currently recruiting for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary oncology team in North Wales, delivering psychological support to individuals affected by cancer. This full-time, permanent role is based at a purpose-built cancer support centre working in partnership with the NHS. You’ll be part of a compassionate and expert team helping people navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of cancer.

This is a unique opportunity to work in a welcoming environment where psychological care is integrated into a broader programme of support. The role offers professional autonomy, meaningful client interaction, and the chance to contribute to psychosocial research and service development.

Responsibilities
As a key member of the team, you will:

• Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for individuals, couples, families, and groups affected by cancer.
• Lead psychological thinking and governance within the centre team.
• Contribute to the integrated programme of cancer support and psychosocial research.
• Supervise and support staff in delivering psychologically informed care.
• Record and report clinical activity in line with professional standards.

Benefits
Working with this client offers:

• 27 days annual leave plus 9 bank holidays (for full-time hours)
• A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative psychosocial research
• Purpose-built centre designed to promote wellbeing
• Flexible working arrangements where possible

Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates who:

• Are HCPC registered as Practitioner Psychologists
• Have experience working with adults facing health-related psychological challenges
• Are competent in more than one evidence-based therapeutic modality relevant to cancer care
• Are confident in psychological assessment and treatment planning

How to Apply
Apply directly through the Pulse website. Once we receive your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role in more detail.

Why Work with Pulse
At Pulse, we’re committed to connecting talented professionals with roles that make a difference. We offer personalised support, access to exclusive opportunities, and a dedicated team to guide you through every step of the recruitment process.

Reasonable Adjustments
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.