Assistant Psychologist

7 months ago


Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

To support and enhance the professional psychological care of clients within the service

through the delivery of effective and evidence-based assessments and psychological

therapies and other and interventions to service users and their families. To work within the

agreed specialty under the supervision of an appropriately qualified psychologist, with access

to relevant CPD opportunities and work according to a plan agreed with the supervisor, within

the overall framework of the policies and procedures of the team or service. To assist in

clinically related administration, conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit

and/or research projects, teaching and project work. Overall, this will require work on a one-to
- one and/or group basis, in a highly emotive atmosphere, necessitating the maintenance of a

high degree of professionalism at all times. The post holder will demonstrate an attitude which

respects and values service users and their careers, in line with the Culture of Compassionate

Care and embrace the core values of the organisation.

service users’ personal histories and presentation, including risk to self and others. 6. Preparing agreed assessment reports accurately in the accepted format. 7. Where required, to assist in the coordination and running of therapeutic groups. 8. Where required, to work with other staff to assess inpatients, day patients or residents and review their care in preparation for multi-disciplinary reviews.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Please see attached Job description and Person Specification for details.

Staff Benefits
- 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years
- Excellent pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary sacrifice car scheme
- Wellbeing programme
- Blue Light Card Discounts


  • Assistant Psychologist

    6 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Nestlings Care Limited Full time

    **Job Title**: Assistant Psychologist Nestlings Care Ltd Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and empathetic Assistant Psychologist to join our team in a residential setting within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). As an Assistant Psychologist, you will work closely with qualified psychologists and other mental health professionals...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    6 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    The role of the Assistant Psychologist is to support members of the Learning Disability/ ASC Psychology team in delivering effective and evidence-based psychological therapies to service users and their families open to the team. Under supervision and with access to relevant CPD opportunities the Assistant Psychologist will also undertake direct work with...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    6 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    To support and enhance the psychological care of clients within Atherleigh Park Hospital through the delivery of evidence-based assessments and psychological interventions with service users and their families. To work within the agreed specialty / ward under the supervision of an appropriately qualified psychologist. You will have access to relevant CPD...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    7 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    We are looking to recruit an Assistant Psychologist to support our Specialist Community Mental Health Team (SCMHT) in providing psychological services across Wigan and Leigh. The role will involve supporting psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions for individuals and groups under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist. It...

  • Clinical Psychologist

    7 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health Full time

    Job overview Based at Atherleigh Park within our state of the art £40 million mental health hospital, we are looking to recruit an enthusiastic 8a clinical/counselling psychologist to work within our Adult in-patient Wards. You will be joining an established and passionate inpatient psychology team which includes qualified Psychologists, Assistant...


  • Leigh, United Kingdom Hazel Tree Eduction Full time

    **Role: Behaviour Support Assistant** **Location: Leigh** **Hours: Full Time - 8:30am-4pm** **Pay Rate: £75-90 per day** Hazel Tree Education are currently supporting an independent alternative provision in Leigh which caters for children and young people aged 4-18 with autism and complex needs. The school require a Teaching Assistant for their...

  • Assistant Psychologist

    7 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time

    See attached detailed job description and person specification. Staff Benefits Pay Enhancements 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays. 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years Excellent pension Cycle to work scheme Salary sacrifice car...


  • Leigh, Wigan, United Kingdom NHS Full time

    Job OverviewA vacancy has arisen for an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our team in the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit at Atherleigh Park Hospital. This is a fixed-term contract until March 2025, providing cover for maternity leave. You will be working closely with therapists in a well-established team across five wards in a modern hospital...

  • Cbt Therapist

    6 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    This is an exciting opportunity to join the Specialist Psychological Therapies Service for Wigan and Leigh. The service provides psychological assessment, formulation and therapy to adult service users with learning disabilities and psychological needs. This includes individual and group therapy using a range of theoretical approaches including CBT, CAT and...

  • Activity Coordinator

    7 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An opportunity has arisen to join the Therapy Team at Atherleigh Park Hospital for an Activity Co-ordinator. An interest in a range of creative, social and physical activities and a passion to share your knowledge and skills with people so they progress their Recovery is essential. There are five wards at the hospital for adults and older persons. We are...

  • Activity Coordinator

    6 months ago


    Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An opportunity has arisen to join the Therapy Team at Atherleigh Park Hospital for an Activity Co-ordinator. An interest in a range of creative, social and physical activities and a passion to share your knowledge and skills with people so they progress their Recovery is essential. There are five wards at the hospital for adults and older persons. We are...


  • Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHSFT Full time

    Job summary ***PLEASE NOTE THAT THE ADVERT WILL CLOSE EARLY IF THERE ARE ENOUGH SUITABLE APLICANTS *** An opportunity has arisen for an Occupational Therapist to join the Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit based at the Atherleigh Park Hospital, Leigh, Greater Manchester. This is a fixed term contract until March 2025 to cover for maternity leave and...


  • Leigh, United Kingdom Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust Full time

    An exciting opportunity has arisen for the post of a Ba nd 7 Cognitive Behavioural Therapist for Psychosis within the Wigan Early Intervention Service. The team works with individuals aged 14 - 65 years and their families who are experiencing a First Episode Psychosis. In the role, you will work alongside our Senior Psychological Therapist, CBTp Therapists...