Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)
Bank Band 8a Psychologist or CBT Therapist, Watford - SW-1426
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Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or CBT Therapist (Band 8a) – Bank Contract
Location: Watford Employer: Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT)
About the Role
HPFT is seeking experienced Clinical/Counselling Psychologists or CBT Therapists to join their Temporary Staffing Team on a Bank Contract basis. The role requires you to provide expert psychological assessment, treatment, and supervision within an NHS foundation trust focusing on mental health, learning disabilities, and children's/teenagers' psychosocial development.
Join a values-driven NHS organisation rated by the Care Quality Commission as Outstanding in mental health and learning disability services.
Key Responsibilities
Core Clinical Duties
- Undertake specialist psychological assessment and treatment for adults with complex mental health difficulties
- Conduct autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) assessments, including diagnosis identifications (with potential further training if needed)
- Provide expertise in a niche therapeutic area, offering consultation and strategic advice to multidisciplinary teams
- Work closely with local psychology teams and all psychological therapy colleagues across service settings
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Supervisory & Development Role
- Supervise Band 7 Psychologists and trainee Psychologists, ensuring high-grade clinical, professional support and mentoring
- Implement policies for clinical supervision, including training of junior colleagues
Leadership & Innovation
- Propose and deliver policy and service development
- Conduct research, service evaluations, and audits within assigned teams or services
- Contribute to training and educational development for psychologists, across internal programmes
Operational Requirements
- Be prepared for regular travel between various HPFT sites across Hertfordshire
- Work autonomously while adhering to NHS professional practice guidelines and Trust procedures
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Valid Professional Registration (e.g. as a Clinical/Counselling Psychologist or CBT Therapist)
- Substantial experience in psychiatry or health care settings
- Leadership of multidisciplinary teams, with strong supervisory and training skills
Essential Skills
- Capacity for collaborative working across HPFT’s diverse clinical teams
- Experience in complex mental health assessments and treatment planning
- Autonomy, conscientious adherence to ethical guidelines, and a research-informed practice approach
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Contextual Needs of the Role
- Ability to operate in various settings (need for reliable transport unless granted a disability exemption)
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and service innovation
About HPFT (Hertfordshire Partnership NHS FT)
Our Values
HPFT embodies a compassionate, values-driven culture built around kindness, respect, positivity, and professionalism. Our staff survey ratings consistently rank us highly for impact, support, and growth opportunities, underscoring our commitment to delivering outstanding patient care and fostering thriving work environments.
Our Offer
- Outstanding provision in mental health and learning disability services
- Designated support for training, well-being, and work-life balance
- Fulfilment through meaningful work—feedback highlights how roles make a transformative difference to patients and carers
For Further Information & Informal Visits
Contact: 📞 Kayleigh Hammond 📧 Team Leader 📧 kayleigh.hammond1@nhs.net 📱 07971 639506
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