Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
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Clinical or Counselling Psychologist – Mental Health Support Team
We are seeking an enthusiastic Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join our Mental Health Support Team (MHST). With support from the Clinical Lead, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering—and, where appropriate and in line with training—notably supervising evidence-based cognitive behavioural interventions for children and young people presenting with mild to moderate mental health difficulties.
About the Role
- You will contribute to team development, collaborating with schools and multi-agency partners to support the delivery of high-quality, outcome-focused care
- An active role in the three core MHST functions, including:
- Supporting Senior Mental Health Leads in education settings
- Providing timely advice, consultation, and liaison to school staff and wider professionals
- Promote a positive learning culture through supervision, coaching, and training, while championing inclusive, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive practice to improve outcomes for all
We welcome applications from candidates in the final stages of doctoral training who are near completion within standard training programme timelines. Applicants should indicate their anticipated completion date in their supporting statement.
This is an 18-month fixed-term post with potential for progression to a permanent role.
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Key Responsibilities
Assessment and Formulation
- Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and develop clear psychological formulations of presenting difficulties.
Treatment Planning
- Develop personalised, evidence-based treatment plans to support recovery goals and enhance quality of life.
Interventions
- Deliver individual and group psychological interventions, adapting approaches based on evolving clinical needs.
Collaboration
- Work multidisciplinary teams and multi-agency partners to ensure integrated care, taking a coordinating or leading role where appropriate.
Supervision and Training
- Provide support, supervision and mentorship to junior clinicians and trainees aligned with experience to foster professional growth and clinical practice excellence.
Research and Development
- Engage in applied research and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen the evidence base and effectiveness of services.
Service Development
- Actively contribute to service development, supporting the implementation of new approaches and leveraging clinical expertise to boost quality of care.
About Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a top-rated mental health and community services provider, recognised with ‘outstanding’ status by the CQC. Our valued ethos revolves around:
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- Caring for and about our patients and colleagues
- Commitment to excellent, safe services
- Working together with our teams to develop innovative solutions
Our Values
At Berkshire Healthcare, we uphold these big three priorities:
- Caring for and about you (patient and team).
- Committed to excellence and safe, high-quality services.
- Working Together across the board to innovate.
Employee Benefits
We place value in your wellbeing and offer a range of benefits:
✔ Flexible working options to support balance. ✔ 27 days annual leave (rising with tenure) + option to buy and sell. ✔ Generous NHS pension scheme. ✔ Excellent training and career development. ✔ Cycle to Work and car leasing scheme (electric vehicles available). ✔ Access to wellbeing tools and professional health support. ✔ Discounts on hundreds of retail and dining outlets. ✔ Inclusive staff networks for race, diversity, disabilities, environment, and armed forces community. ✔ Generous leave policies covering maternity, paternity, adoption, and other special circumstances. ✔ Free parking across all Trust sites.
For further information, informal visits or inquiries:
Name: Yani Chocalingum Title: Team Lead Contact: yani.chocalingum@berkshire.nhs.uk Telephone: 07780 673550
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