Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board
Senior Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist
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Senior Clinical Psychologist / Clinical Psychologist
Senior Clinical Psychology – Child Neurodevelopment (Band 7 with Development Path to 8a)
Job Overview
We are advertising for a permanent, full-time Senior Clinical Psychology position in our child neurodevelopment service. Suitably skilled and experienced applicants are encouraged to apply, including those seeking to join at Band 7 with a supportive development plan towards the Senior Band 8a role.
The post-holder will join our diverse, vibrant multi-disciplinary team (MDT) based in Caernarfon, providing highly specialised neurodevelopmental assessments and advice for children and young people and their families.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading neurodevelopmental assessments across Gwynedd and Anglesey
- Close collaboration with child learning disability, mental health services, and multi-agency partners
- Taking a clinical leadership role, nurturing expertise through supervision and training
A strong commitment to evidence-based practice and clinical excellence is required.
Applicants at Band 7 with development potential are welcomed if they demonstrate the ability to progress towards Band 8a, with structured support in place.
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Key Responsibilities
Successful applicants will:
- Lead neurodevelopmental and neuropsychological assessments based on clinical need
- Support the wider team in ** psychological formulation and clinical decision-making**
- Develop consultation and supervision skills for multi-agency professionals and families
- Provide training, mentoring for trainee clinical psychologists, and contribute to service development
- Contribute effectively to clinical supervision and staff development
- Foster a supportive culture, promoting team growth and clinical quality
A willingness to speak Welsh is desirable but not essential. Applications in Welsh are welcome and neither favoured nor disadvantaged.
Working with Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales
BCUHB is the largest healthcare provider in Wales, serving 700,000+ people across North Wales. Known for its commitment to:
- Equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Disability Confident Employer status
- Expert leadership and supportive professional development frameworks
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Successful candidates receive details via their registered application email.
Detailed Job Requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications (Essential)
- Honours degree in Psychology
- Graduate membership eligibility with the British Psychological Society (BPS)
- Doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (BPS-accredited)
- Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)
Desirable
- Training in research methodology, staff training, or applied psychology
Experience (Essential)
- Accredited clinical psychology experience, ideally with significant post-qualification refinement or specialist experience in child neurodevelopment
- Evidence of extensive clinical supervision in the role
Desirable
- Experience in teaching, training, and supervision
A full Job Description and Person Specification are available in the supporting documents for both Band 7 (with development plan) and Band 8a roles.
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