Locum Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a) – Inpatient Older Adults – High Pay, Full-Time Contract in Eal

Job information

  • Location: London, Greater London
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychology
  • Working arrangement: Field Based
  • Salary: £39 - 41 per hour
  • Published: June 3, 2025
Job reference: 31444 (2)
Consultant: Nicole Jordan

Are you a Band 8a Clinical Psychologist with experience in the NHS, inpatient settings, or working with older adults? We have a rewarding opportunity in Ealing, offering excellent pay and the chance to make a meaningful impact in a well-established inpatient service.

Key Details:

  • Job Title: Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a)

  • Location: Ealing

  • Duration: 3-month ongoing contract

  • Schedule: Full-time, Monday – Friday

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: [End Date]

  • Rate of Pay: £40.95 per hour (Umbrella)

  • Contact: Nicole Jordan – 0203 475 4175 / njordan@hg-mh.com

A Day in the Life of a Clinical Psychologist:

Join a specialist inpatient team supporting older adults with mental health difficulties and dementia across Jubilee Ward and The Limes. Your role will involve:

✔ Delivering psychological assessment and treatment for patients with a range of complex mental health presentations
✔ Developing and reviewing Positive Behaviour Support Plans (PBSPs)
✔ Providing consultation and psychological insight to nursing and multidisciplinary staff
✔ Supervising and guiding the work of the Assistant Psychologist on the ward
✔ Attending ward rounds and contributing to holistic MDT care planning

Requirements & Qualifications:

HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
Minimum 2 years’ experience working in the NHS
✔ Background in inpatient settings or older adult mental health essential
✔ Skilled in psychological formulation, intervention planning, and behavioural support
✔ Confident in multidisciplinary collaboration and reflective clinical practice

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This is a full-time role, working Monday to Friday, on a 3-month ongoing contract with strong potential for extension based on performance and service need.

This opportunity won’t last long! Contact Nicole Jordan today at 0203 475 4175 or email njordan@hg-mh.com to apply now.


Why Choose Hunter Gatherer Mental Health?

Hunter Gatherer is a leading UK recruitment agency specialising in Mental Health, Nursing, and Doctor locum and permanent roles across the NHS and private sector. We connect Mental Health Professionals with high-quality opportunities that match their skills, experience, and goals.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we offer a seamless and trusted recruitment experience. As part of the Hunter Gatherer Group, we’re proud to be ranked among the Top 10 UK Best Small Companies to Work For – because we put our candidates first.

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