Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical/Counselling/ Forensic Psychologist
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Clinical/Counselling/ Forensic Psychologist
Clinical/Counselling or Forensic Psychologist – Principal Psychologist
(Please note this role is based across HMP North Sea Camp, HMP Moton Hall & Swindeby Short-Term Holding Facility)
Make a Real Difference in a Unique Setting
Are you a compassionate and motivated nurse (or psychologist) looking for a rewarding challenge? Join Team NHFT as a Principal Clinical/Counselling or Forensic Psychologist at HMP Nottingham—where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality, evidence-based care to residents in a secure environment.
At Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT), we’re Outstanding by CQC, committed to innovation, inclusivity, and making a real difference in the lives of our patients and staff.
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About the Role
This principal psychologist role will involve:
- Leading the provision of psychological interventions.
- Supporting individuals in prison struggling with substance misuse from a psychological perspective.
- Supervising and overseeing Assistant Psychologists.
- Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including:
- Nursing staff
- Prison staff
- Other wellbeing-focused organisations.
The successful candidate will:
- Develop trauma-informed practice using the latest research.
- Work to establish an evidence-based psychological model.
About Northamptonshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (NHFT)
NHFT is an integrated primary care and mental health Trust, providing:
- Physical, mental health, and specialist services.
- Care delivered in hospitals, homes, schools, and prisons.
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We offer a person-centred approach, focusing on accessibility and patient choice, ensuring care is delivered where our patients need it most—whether in prisons, detention facilities, or community settings.
We promote: ✔ A culture of learning to improve care and safety ✔ Opportunities for innovation, development and growth ✔ A focus on supporting our staff and residents
How to Apply & Further Information
For further details or informal discussions, contact:
Dr Sunil Lad Consultant Counselling Psychologist 📧 Email: sunil.lad@nhft.nhs.uk ☎ Telephone: 07768 803884
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