Band 8B Highly Specialist Clinical

1 week ago

Oxford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom Oxfordshire County Council Full time £45,000 - £60,000 per year

Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and families across Oxfordshire?

We're inviting passionate
Band 8b Clinical Psychologists
to be part of our innovative Community Family Clinic initiative, a bold new chapter in therapeutic care led by our highly respected multi-disciplinary Clinical Team.

Why Join Us?

  • Led by Excellence
    : Work under the guidance of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and benefit from monthly reflective practice sessions facilitated by the renowned
    Arlene Vetere
    , Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Family Therapist.
  • Supportive Culture
    : We prioritise wellbeing and collaboration through regular team meetings, supervision, and a strong team ethos.
  • Professional Growth
    : Enjoy dedicated CPD funding, opportunities to supervise doctoral trainees from Oxford University, and contribute to cutting-edge research and service innovation.
  • Creative Practice
    : Our therapeutic centre in central Oxford offers outdoor interventions with mountain bikes, canoes, camping gear, and Land Rovers—bringing therapy into nature in truly transformative ways.
  • Outstanding Employer
    : Oxfordshire County Council offers generous conditions including
    Agenda for Change salary
    ,
    pension scheme
    , and
    relocation support
    .

About the Role

As a
Highly Specialist Clinical Psychologist
, you'll lead clinical input in one of three localities, working alongside a Family Therapist and Psychological Practitioner. You'll collaborate with colleagues across the Clinical Team and the
Family Solutions Service (FSS)
, supporting vulnerable children and families aged 0–19.

Your work will focus on preventing family breakdown and promoting resilience through:

  • Specialist psychological assessments and interventions
  • Trauma-informed, systemic, and developmental approaches
  • Innovative tools like
    Video Interaction Guidance
    ,
    MBT
    , and
    CBT
  • Leadership in research and publication—our team has already contributed to academic papers and an upcoming book chapter on safety in residential care

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

  • Curious and compassionate
    , with a strong commitment to trauma-informed care
  • Collaborative and reflective
    , thriving in a team that values openness and shared learning
  • Driven by evidence and innovation
    , eager to explore new ways of supporting families
  • Passionate about prevention
    , believing in the potential of families to grow and thrive

We'd love to meet you and hear about the unique skills and experience you bring—and how we can support your development in this exciting role.

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