Locum Lead Clinical Psychologist (Band 8b) – High Pay, Flexible Contract in Somerset

Are you a Band 8b Clinical Psychologist looking for a leadership locum role across two well-established mental health services? This is an exciting opportunity with great pay, flexibility, and the option for hybrid working!

Key Details:

• Job Title: Lead Clinical Psychologist (Band 8b)
• Location: Exeter & Weston-super-Mare
• Duration: Ongoing contract
• Schedule: Full-time (5 days per week) or condensed hours over 4 days
  • Option: 2 days per site + 1 remote working day
• Start Date: ASAP
• End Date: TBC
• Rate of Pay: £60 per hour (Umbrella, negotiable based on experience)
• Contact: Nicole Jordan – 0203 475 4175 / njordan@hg-mh.com

A Day in the Life of a Lead Clinical Psychologist:

Join our team as a Lead Clinical Psychologist and make a real difference across two key mental health sites:

✔ Site 1 (Exeter): 36-bed acute mental health unit – focus on assessment & formulation for short-stay patients
✔ Site 2 (Weston-super-Mare): 24-bed level 2 rehab unit – focus on longer-term individual & group therapy
✔ Clinical oversight & leadership across both well-established sites with strong MDT support
✔ Supporting MDTs, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality psychological care
✔ Flexibility to work across sites with the option for remote working

Requirements & Qualifications:

✔ HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
✔ Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience
✔ Strong background in leadership and team management
✔ Experience in both acute mental health and rehabilitation settings
✔ Ability to work flexibly across two sites with optional remote working day

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This full-time role offers flexibility, with the option to work:
✔ 5 days per week (2 days per site + 1 remote)
✔ 4-day condensed hours if preferred

This contract is ongoing with the potential for extension based on performance and service needs.

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 specializing in Mental Health, Nursing, and Doctor locum roles across the NHS and private sector.

With top locum pay rates, bi-weekly payments, and a 4.8-star Google rating, we offer a seamless 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.

The benefits of working with us:

✔ Fast & simple locum registration – get set up quickly
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