Job Descrption
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic individual to join our Clinical Health Psychology and Neuropsychology team. The department is based at Charing Cross hospital and provides services to the Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, which includes the North West London Regional Neurosciences Centre.
We are looking to recruit an HCPC-registered, Principal Clinical Psychologist/Neuropsychologist to manage the provision of a specialist neuropsychology service for patients with a neurological condition receiving neurorehabilitation on the Charing Cross Neurorehabilitation Unit (CNRU).
Clinical psychology/neuropsychology is a highly valued component ofa vibrant and supportive multidisciplinary team, led by a consultant in rehabilitation medicine.
The post holder will primarily be responsible for the management and development of a specialist neuropsychology service for patients with neurological conditions receiving neurorehabilitation from the CNRU, working closely with... the multidisciplinary team.
The post-holder will provide neuropsychological assessment and specialist cognitive and psychological interventions, often working with other multidisciplinary team (MDT) members to develop pathways of care.
They will be primarily responsible for the clinical supervision and line management of a band 8A Clinical Psychologist, and an Assistant Psychologist working on CNRU as well as offering placement opportunities for Trainee Clinical Psychologists. They will provide staff consultation, teaching and training to other members of the MDT.
West London NHS Trust is one of the most diverse healthcare providers in the UK, delivering a range of mental health and physical healthcare and community services. The Trust runs Broadmoor Hospital, one of three high secure hospitals in the country, with an international reputation.
Our high secure services care for patients from South of England and we provide low and medium secure services across eight London boroughs. The Trust also provides mental and physical healthcare in three London boroughs (Ealing, Hounslow and Hammersmith & Fulham). We employ over 5,000 staff, of whom 59% are BME. Our turnover for 2024-25 is over £500m.
The Trust is rated as ‘Good’ overall by the Care Quality Commission. Forensic services are rated as ‘Outstanding’.
The Trust is an established partner and contributor in the development of the evolving North West London Integrated Care System and the Integrated Care Board. The Trust leads the NW London Children and Adolescent Mental Health provider collaborative.
The Candidate Pack provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. Please view as attached
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
This advert closes on Thursday 31 Oct 2024
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