Principal Psychologist

Join Our Team at Priory Hospital Kemple View!

Location: Blackburn, Lancashire

Position: Principal Psychologist

Hours: Part Time | 22.5 hours | Site-based

Salary: £34,950 - £40,950

Registration: HCPC registration required

At Priory Hospital Kemple View, we are excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated HCPC registered Principal Psychologist to join our dynamic team. Our 90-bedded hospital specializes in providing level 2 rehabilitation and secure services for adult males facing mental health challenges and/or personality disorders. Conveniently located near public transport, we recommend having access to a vehicle for ease of travel.

Your Role: What You'll Be Doing

As a Principal Psychologist, you will be at the forefront of delivering and enhancing our psychology services. Your expertise will ensure that our patients receive high-quality, individualized psychological care, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the psychology provision for a designated ward or group of patients, in collaboration with the Head of Psychology.
• Conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and evaluations to tailor care to each patient's unique needs.
• Delivering evidence-based psychological interventions, both individually and in groups, aligned with patients' care pathways.

What You’ll Bring to the Role

Essential Qualifications:

• HCPC registration is a must.
• A strong foundation in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and at least two additional therapeutic modalities relevant to our patient population.
• Experience working with complex clients and delivering high-level interventions tailored to their needs.
• Formal training in clinical supervision and proven leadership capabilities.

We are looking for someone who is not only skilled but also passionate about making a difference in the lives of our patients. Your willingness to engage in further training will be highly valued!

What We Offer You

At Priory, we are committed to your success and well-being. You will receive ongoing support through regular career conversations and access to a variety of training and development opportunities. Here’s what you can expect:

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Enjoy an extra day off on your birthday!
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits, including discounted gym memberships and healthcare cash plans
• Access to professional development opportunities
• Sponsorship for professional qualifications
• Leadership and management development programs
• Long service awards
• Refer-a-friend bonuses

Note: Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the vacancy may close early if suitable candidates are identified.

About Priory

Priory is the UK’s leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With a dedicated team of 12,000 colleagues across 270 services, we support over 24,000 individuals each year, helping them live fulfilling and independent lives. We treat a wide range of conditions, including depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, and provide care for various populations, including autistic adults and those with learning disabilities.

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI, or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.