Are you a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding NHS role? We have an exciting locum opportunity within the Diabetes Psychology Service at Croydon Health Services, offering great pay and flexibility!
Key Details:
Job Title: Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a)
Location: Croydon (on-site)
Duration: 6 months
Schedule: Full-time or part-time hours available
Start Date: ASAP
End Date: 6 months (with possible extension)
Rate of Pay: £33–£35ph Umbrella (DOE, capped rate)
Contact: Nicole Jordan – 0203 475 4175 / njordan@hg-mh.com
A Day in the Life of a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist:
Join our Diabetes Psychology Service and provide highly specialist psychological input for people living with diabetes and/or challenges surrounding diabetes management. Your core responsibilities will include:
Delivering specialist psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions (1:1 and group)
Providing complex case formulations using psychological tests, self-report measures, structured interviews and observations
Offering consultation and psychological guidance to the MDT
Supporting individuals with adjustment to diagnosis, treatment adherence and coping with long-term conditions
Contributing to service development, clinical audit, and quality improvement initiatives
Requirements & Qualifications:
Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology
HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist
Significant post-qualification experience within NHS services
Knowledge and experience of working with patients with long-term health conditions (desirable)
Excellent communication and clinical formulation skills
Ability to work autonomously and as part of an MDT
Working Hours & Contract Duration:
This is a 6-month contract with flexible full-time or part-time hours available. The post is on-site in Croydon.
This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Nicole Jordan today at 0203 475 4175 or email njordan@hg-mh.com to apply now.
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