Job Description
Registered Psychologist - Maternity cover
Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology
Employment Type: Fixed Term - Part Time
Location: Priory Hospital Newbury
Compensation: £28,950 / month
Priory Hospital Newbury
Fixed Term - Part-Time | 22.5 hours per week | Site based
£28,950 per annum
BABCP, BCP, BPS or equivalent
This role is to work across two wards a 12 bed R&R ward and 18 bed Acute Ward
Priory Hospital Newbury, located in Berkshire, is a level 2 rehabilitation service which supports male adults with mental health needs, who are working towards a life back in the community. We also provide an acute service, for local male and female patients who are in crisis and require a short admission for support. It also offers excellent transport links
What you'll be doing
You will join the team on the Rehabilitation and Recovery ward and the Acute Ward. In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
You will also:
- Assess and respond to client referrals, creating effective, person-centred therapy plans.
- Deliver individual and group therapy sessions using evidence-based interventions.
- Manage a caseload, maintaining regular communication with clients and multidisciplinary teams.
- Keep accurate clinical records, reports, and case notes.
- Provide guidance to colleagues and contribute to audits, research, and service improvements.
- Work collaboratively as part of a Multi-Disciplinary Team to ensure high-quality client care.
You can find additional information in the attached job description.
What you'll bring to the role
Essential
- This role requires a relevant Masters degree as a minimum and a recognised post graduate qualification together with accreditation from the relevant professional institution (BABCP, BCP, BPS or equivalent).
What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.
- Free on-site parking
- Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
- Enhanced maternity pay
- Contributory pension scheme
- Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
- Access to development opportunities
- Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
- Leadership & management development
- Long service award
- Refer a friend bonuses
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.
