Locum Psychological Therapist – High Pay, Flexible Contract in Private ED Service!

Job information

  • Location: Southampton
  • Job type: Locum
  • Job sector: Psychology
  • Working arrangement: Site Based
  • Salary: £35 - 50 per hour
  • Published: June 4, 2025
Job reference: PSYCH THERAPY
Consultant: Nicole Jordan

Are you a skilled Psychological Therapist trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, or MANTRA? We have an exciting locum opportunity within a private hospital setting, offering flexible hours, excellent pay, and the chance to support both acute and eating disorder service users.

Key Details:

  • Job Title: Psychological Therapist (Locum)

  • Location: [Location – please confirm]

  • Duration: Ongoing contract

  • Schedule: [Working Days & Hours]

  • Start Date: ASAP

  • End Date: [End Date]

  • Rate of Pay: £35 – £50 per hour (Umbrella, dependent on experience)

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

A Day in the Life of a Psychological Therapist:

Join a multidisciplinary team in a private inpatient hospital, delivering therapeutic interventions across acute mental health and eating disorder units (supporting both male and female service users). Your responsibilities will include:

✔ Delivering evidence-based therapy using CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, or MANTRA
✔ Managing a caseload of clients presenting with acute needs and/or eating disorders
✔ Contributing to collaborative care planning with the MDT
✔ Supporting patients with a recovery-focused, person-centred approach

Requirements & Qualifications:

✔ Trained in one or more of the following: CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, MANTRA
HCPC, BABCP, or equivalent professional registration
✔ Experience working in ED or acute mental health settings is desirable but not essential
✔ Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Working Hours & Contract Duration:

This role offers flexibility in working days and hours and is available on an ongoing contract starting ASAP, with strong potential for extension based on service demand and performance.

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.

The benefits of working with us:

✔ 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
✔ Specialist mental health recruitment consultants who understand your field
✔ Exclusive NHS & private sector job opportunities
✔ CV marketing & business development support
✔ Industry insights, networking events & discounted CPD

Know a Psychological Therapist looking for locum work?
Refer them today and earn £250 when they start! Click here to refer now: www.hg-mh.com

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