Locum Principal Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a/8b) – High-Pay Role in Blackpool

Job information

  • Location: Blackpool, England
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychology
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £30 - 31 per hour
  • Published: February 27, 2025
Job reference: 30457
Consultant: Nicole Jordan

Are you a Band 8a or 8b Principal Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding locum role? We have an exciting opportunity at The Harbour, Windmill Rise, Blackpool, offering great pay and career development within a supportive team!

Key Details:

  • Job Title: Principal Clinical Psychologist (Band 8a/8b)
  • Location: The Harbour, Windmill Rise, Blackpool, FY4 4FE
  • Duration: Until 28/02/2025
  • Schedule: Monday–Friday, up to 37.5 hours per week (part-time considered)
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • End Date: 28/02/2025
  • Rate of Pay: £35 – £45 per hour (Umbrella)
  • Working Arrangement: Onsite (full-time or part-time)
  • Contact: Nicole Jordan – 0203 475 4175 / njordan@hg-mh.com

Role Overview:

We require a motivated and qualified Clinical Psychologist to join our well-established and friendly team of Clinical Psychologists providing care to two Older Adult Wards at The Harbour in Blackpool.

This role offers varied opportunities, including:
Direct and indirect/systemic clinical work
Consultation, research, and audit
Clinical leadership and staff training
Working with older adults, their families, and staff teams
Group work in both advanced care and dementia wards

We welcome applications from candidates with experience working across the lifespan or a specific interest in older adult mental health.

Requirements & Qualifications:

HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist
✔ Experience in older adult mental health, dementia, and/or lifespan psychology
✔ Strong skills in psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention
✔ Ability to work both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
✔ Interest in group work, systemic approaches, and staff consultation

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.

✅ Fast & simple locum registration – get set up quickly
✅ A network of like-minded mental health professionals
✅ Reliable, high-paying locum jobs with bi-weekly payroll
✅ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
✅ CV marketing & career support

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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