Paediatric Clinical Psychologist

5 days ago


Colchester, Essex, United Kingdom Colchester Hospital University NHS Foundation Trust Full time
Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a dedicated and proactive Clinical Psychologist to become a vital member of our Community Paediatric team.

Role Responsibilities

This position is integral to our expanding Community Psychology team, which offers exciting prospects for service enhancement and collaborative efforts.

The role will involve:

  • Conducting thorough assessments of children suspected of having Autism Spectrum Disorders.
  • Developing initial psychological intervention pathways tailored for children and adolescents facing neurodevelopmental and complex neurological challenges.
Candidate Profile

We encourage applications from both newly qualified professionals and current band 7 practitioners who possess a strong enthusiasm for working with this demographic.

The successful applicant will be part of a compact Paediatric Clinical Psychology team that emphasizes professional growth and support.

Our team frequently hosts trainees from local Clinical Psychology Doctorate programs, fostering an environment of continuous improvement in service delivery and clinical outcomes.

Key Skills and Attributes

We seek a Clinical Psychologist who can operate independently as well as collaboratively within a team to deliver high-quality assessments for potential Autism Spectrum Disorders.

This role includes:

  • Implementing assessment protocols for children referred by the Community Paediatric multidisciplinary team.
  • Acting as the case coordinator when necessary and contributing to the evaluation of complex diagnostic cases.

The position requires working with individuals, families, and external entities such as educational institutions, mental health services, and social care organizations.

We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist with outstanding communication abilities who can engage sensitively and thoughtfully with children, young people, and their families.

About Us

We are committed to delivering hospital and community health services to a diverse population.

Our dedicated workforce provides care across various settings, including acute hospitals, community hospitals, and patients' homes.

As one of the largest NHS organizations, we employ over 12,000 staff members and pride ourselves on fostering a supportive work environment.

Employee Benefits

We offer a comprehensive range of training and development opportunities, along with flexible working arrangements.

In addition to supporting your career aspirations, we provide:

  • A generous pension scheme.
  • Unsocial hours payments where applicable.
  • 27 days of annual leave upon commencement (pro rata).
  • Access to various NHS discounts.

Our Staff Health and Wellbeing program includes a variety of services designed to support our employees.

Our Philosophy

We believe that Time Matters to everyone.

Across our organization, we focus on enhancing our processes and eliminating factors that cause delays for both staff and patients.

We are committed to a digital transformation that will significantly improve operational efficiency and patient care.

If you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and wish to expand your skills and knowledge, we encourage you to explore this opportunity further.



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