Job summary
- Main area
- Psychology
- Grade
- Band 8b
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job share
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 152-C193.25
- Employer
- Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Poole Clinic
- Town
- Poole
- Salary
- £64,455 - £74,896 p.a
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 25/09/2025 23:59
- Interview date
- 08/10/2025
Employer heading
Principal Clinical Psychologist - Stroke & Neuro
Band 8b
Job overview
A fantastic opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic & highly motivated Clinical Psychologist / neuropsychologist to contribute to the development of a neuropsychological pathway across Dorset Stroke & Neuro inpatient services.
You will have the opportunity to apply your extensive experience in clinical & neuropsychology with patients who have experienced a stroke & also with neurological conditions within teams that provide rehabilitation to adults to maximise their independence & to improve their quality of life. In your role, you’ll help patients’ seamless transition from hospital to rehabilitation in the community; support MDT formulation for complex cases; provide education & supervision for members of the team involved in assessment & intervention & provide expert clinical input for complex cases across the Stroke & Neuro units at Dorset County Hospital (DCH) & University Hospitals Dorset (UHD).
You will have opportunities to apply innovation & flexibility as new pathways develop across the stroke & neuro pathway. In partnership with the Neuropsychology Clinical Lead & other stakeholders you will enjoy contributing your clinical psychology expertise in specialist assessments and interventions as part of a number of Stroke and neuro Multidisciplinary teams (MDT).
This role is based across various bases in Dorset including DCH, Yeatman Hospital & UHD Bournemouth & Poole & travel across the county will be expected on a regular basis as the service requires.
Main duties of the job
This job is evolving alongside lots of change in Dorset stroke & neuro services so resilience will be needed by the post holder as well as the ability to support others within the team to be resilient.
To provide a specific clinical psychology service to people with stroke & neurological conditions.
To support & strengthen a distributed model of psychological care provided by the Stroke Specialist MDT
To deliver effective, evidence based & expert clinical neuropsychological & clinical psychological assessments & interventions to people with stroke and neurological conditions & associated comorbid conditions.
To provide & facilitate MDT clinical formulations integrating highly complex variables which may change over time.
To offer advice & consultation on clients’ clinical psychological/neuropsychological situation to all members of the MDT, to other relevant people including family and carers.
To utilise research skills for audits, policy & service developments.
To work scientifically and apply research as part of the clinical approach of the service.
Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Working for our organisation
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.
We do things differently here – it’s one of the reasons the CQC rated us ‘outstanding’ in 2019. It’s also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you’re looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We’re an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you’ll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don’t know. And you’ll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact [email protected]
Person specification
Education/Qualification
Essential criteria
- Post-graduate doctoral level training in clinical psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) as accredited by the BPS, including specifically models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics and neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies and lifespan developmental psychology
- Substantial post-grad training in neuropsychology as part of the qualifications in clinical psychology or QiCN.
- Evidence of continuing professional development as recommended by the BPS Willingness and readiness to work towards the Qualifications in Clinical Neuropsychology (QiCN).
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of complex specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across the full range of care settings, including outpatient, community, primary care and in patient settings
- Skills in providing consultation to other professional and non-professional groups.
- Experience of working with adults with acquired brain injury, stroke, neurological and mental health problems
- Doctoral level knowledge of research design and methodology, including complex multivariate analysis as practiced within the field of clinical psychology
Car driver
Essential criteria
- Full driving licence and access to a car
Management/Leadership experience
Essential criteria
- Significant experience of teaching, training and/or professional and clinical supervision
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Dr Birgit Gurr
- Job title
- Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 01202 308 077
- Additional information
Elizabeth Hooks, ABIRs Team Lead 01202 308077/ 07774428231 or email [email protected]
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