Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
Assistant Psychologist NEST

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We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Psychologists to support an exciting Digital Neurodevelopmental Profiling Project.
As an Assistant Psychologist in the project team, you will join our existing CAMHs neurodevelopmental team to support the design, development, and evaluation of a digital profiling tool for children and young people. This is a unique opportunity to blend clinical knowledge with digital innovation to improve early understanding, assessment, and support for neurodiversity.
We Are Looking For Someone Who Is
- Passionate about neurodevelopment and improving support for children and young people
- Skilled in building rapport and facilitating conversations with service users
- Confident with digital tools and interested in technology-enhanced care
- Organised, reflective, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative project environment
- Able to think flexibly and contribute ideas to help shape a new and innovative product
Offered on 12-month fixed term working 37.5 hours per week.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of.
This is a fixed-term role and for those with current NHS service, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. Please obtain permission to be released on a secondment before submitting an application.
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As part of a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, researchers, and digital developers, you will play a key role in shaping a user-centred tool that helps families, schools, and professionals better understand individual neurodevelopmental profiles.
You will be involved in:
- Supporting the co-design process with children, young people, families, and clinicians
- Assisting with the development of evidence-based content, questionnaires, and psychoeducational materials
- Contributing to usability testing, data collection, and early evaluation of the tool
- Conducting literature searches and summarising research to inform design decisions
- Ensuring the tool reflects neuroaffirming principles and prioritises accessibility and inclusivity
- Supporting project coordination, documentation, and communication across clinical and digital teams
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
At Dorset HealthCare we’re on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services.
We’re a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities, and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.


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For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Emily O'Byrne
- Job title: Clinical Team Lead
- Email address: emily.obyrne@nhs.net
- Telephone number: 01202 308084
If unavailable please speak to Sam Percival or Dr Jac Dendle.
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