Assistant Psychologist | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

4 days ago


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

We are looking for an enthusiastic and hardworking Assistant Psychologist to work across two of our rehabilitation settings for individuals with long term and complex mental health needs. The individual will work across both a High Dependency Unit (Copeland Ward, Meadowbrook Unit) working with both males and females and an all-male Community Rehabilitation/Step Down Unit (Bramley Street). Thepost isfull timewith working hours split equally across the two settings. You will receive support and supervision from a Qualified Psychologist and will have the opportunity to engage in regular peer supervision with the other Assistant Psychologists in the Division. The successful person will work as part of two established multi-disciplinary teams. They will be requiredto undertake a range of activities under the guidance and supervision of qualified Psychologist. These include assessments, direct clinical work (including individual,familyand group work), report writing, attending meetings,assistingin projects and data collection. Responsibilities To keep appropriate records, by adding to patient’s clinical notes and electronic patient information system, and to provide written reports of assessment data and clinical intervention as required, in accordance with team, service and professional standards. The post holder will liaise with other staff of the relevant multidisciplinary teams and with Psychology/Mental Health Services and other agencies as appropriate under guidance from the supervising psychologist. Under supervision, to perform psychological assessments of clients within the inpatient service, assist in the analysis and interpretation of data from various sources (e.g. psychological and neuropsychological tests, selfreport measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observation, interviews) with clients, family members and others involved in the client’s care. To assist qualified therapy staff in the delivery of aspects of specialist psychological interventions with complex mental health problems, including work with individuals, families and carers. Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over7000members of staff, who deliver services from more than122locations. 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 service users. Please see attached job description and person specification. Staff benefits Pay Enhancements 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 fuelGenie Fuel Cards (for applicable roles) This advert closes on Monday 24 Nov 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr



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