Job summary
- Main area
- Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time - 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 164-7204748
- Employer
- Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Both QMC and City Hospital Campus
- Town
- Nottingham
- Salary
- £29,970 - £36,483 per annum pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 04/06/2025 23:59
Employer heading

Assistant Psychologist Stroke Services
Band 5
Job overview
1.0 FTE Band 5 Assistant Psychologist in the adult neuropsychology service including the care of patients under the stroke service
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a 1.0 FTE Band 5 Assistant Psychologist in the Neuropsychology Service at NUH due to the existing post-holder progressing to another role.
We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who has a strong interest in the care and wellbeing of adults with neurological conditions and injuries. The post holder will undertake clinical neuropsychology assessments under the supervision of the clinical neuropsychologist in the adult stroke service and the broader clinical neuropsychology team. The post was specifically developed as an initiative to improve the quality of care and waiting times for people referred to the service.
Main duties of the job
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the
job, please refer to the job description attached.
Working for our organisation
The successful applicant will be welcomed to the Department of Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology within the trust. Currently there are over 50 clinical psychologists, and assistant and trainee clinical psychologists working across a number of medical inpatient and outpatient services within the Trust including: Adult and Paediatric Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Neurorehabilitation Services, Stroke, NPH, Paediatrics, Burns, Cystic Fibrosis, Oncology, Cleft Lip and Palate, Major Trauma, Intensive Care, Renal and Haematology. We have excellent links with the University of Nottingham and regional Clinical Psychology Doctorate Courses.
The Department of Clinical Psychology & Neuropsychology at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust serves patients on adult and paediatric medical and surgical pathways, within a biopsychosocial model, dealing with mild to profound injury, illness and disability, undertaking highly specialist assessment, formulation, and intervention.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
To see the full detailed job description and main responsibilities of the
job, please refer to the job description attached.
Person specification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist, or in a similar/equivalent role which involves direct clinical contact with people with psychological difficulties
- Experience of working with patients with neurological illness and injury
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working with patients with physical health problems and/or in an acute NHS trust.
- Experience of working with both adults and children.
- Experience of assessing adults with multiple disabilities.
- Familiarity with bio-psycho-social models of disability and care.
Training and Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Degree in Psychology (upper second class or above).
- Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.
Desirable criteria
- Training in topics related to mental health, psychological difficulties or psychological therapies.
Communication and relationship skills
Essential criteria
- Able to build positive relationships with colleagues and patients.
- Ability to work as a member of a multi-disciplinary team.
- Ability to use supervision appropriately.
Desirable criteria
- Understand the importance and function of supervision.
- Ability to describe psychological concepts in a manner that is accessible to patients and staff with no or little psychological understanding.
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to work with autonomy but within level of competence.
Desirable criteria
- Experience of Excel database management.
- Ability to correctly administer, score and interpret psychometric tests.
Planning and organisation skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to be highly organised and prioritise workload.
- Have flexibility in approach to work.
- Have a proactive approach to managing difficulties that may arise in the role.
Commitment to Trust Values & Behaviours
Essential criteria
- Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust’s “We are here for you” behavioural standards
Physical skills
Essential criteria
- Ability to lift and carry heavy test materials (over 10kg).
- Able to concentrate for prolonged periods and be capable of sitting in a constrained position
- Ability to attend work punctually and reliably.
Applicant requirements
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 Kerry Burvill
- Job title
- Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 0115 924 9924
- Additional information
For more information on this post, please contact Patrick Vesey or Kerry Burvill, Consultant Clinical Psychologists ([email protected]; [email protected]).
For further information about the Trust visit our Website at www.nuh.nhs.uk
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