We are delighted to open applications for the APPly programme in which Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust are looking for aspiring Clinical Psychologists to undertake several
6-month Assistant Psychologist
roles working across the Trust (with the potential for some roles to be extended beyond 6 months depending on service need and performance). The majority of roles will be part-time but there may be the opportunity for some roles to be full-time depending on funding. Part of the
NHS Long Term Plan
is to improve the diversity of the workforce to better represent the users it supports. To support this aim, Health Education England (HEE) have funded this and other opportunities to
improve equity of access for entrants to clinical psychology training from groups currently under-represented.
These placements are intended to give opportunities to develop initial clinical experience for aspiring Clinical Psychologists who would otherwise be excluded from entering the profession through unpaid work experience. Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will be offered a placement in one of the directorates in Oxford Health (locations are in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire). The aim for this role is to provide clinical experience and developmental opportunities that will improve candidates' access to careers in professional psychology. You will be under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist, supporting the delivery of psychological services in a variety of roles, depending on the service's needs and your own prior experience and learning objectives for the placement. Potential duties might include supporting individual or group psychological interventions, providing input to service audit and research projects, and data analysis and reporting. We will be providing structures for supervision and peer support and a series of teaching sessions to offer wider exposure to roles and opportunities for psychological professions in the NHS. About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:
"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are:
"Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount Lease car scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups Person Specification
APPly eligibility
2:2 or above in psychology Entitlement to graduate membership of BPS (does not need to be member) Has not studied or completed a master's degree Has not worked previously as a paid Assistant Psychologist Not a salaried or post graduate trainee Knowledge
High level communication skills Understanding of needs and difficulties of relevant population(s) Experience using databases, data-analysis, and ideally SPSS High standard of report writing Ability to communicate sensitive information Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context Experience
Has done some paid or voluntary work with relevant population(s) Work with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Personal Qualities
Ability to interact effectively with staff Ability to interact with people with mental health problems and disabilities Ability to work independently and reliably Interest in working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Contractual and Other Requirements
Ability to accept and use supervision Ability to travel between bases as required for the post Desire to explore a career in professional psychology Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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6-month Assistant Psychologist
roles working across the Trust (with the potential for some roles to be extended beyond 6 months depending on service need and performance). The majority of roles will be part-time but there may be the opportunity for some roles to be full-time depending on funding. Part of the
NHS Long Term Plan
is to improve the diversity of the workforce to better represent the users it supports. To support this aim, Health Education England (HEE) have funded this and other opportunities to
improve equity of access for entrants to clinical psychology training from groups currently under-represented.
These placements are intended to give opportunities to develop initial clinical experience for aspiring Clinical Psychologists who would otherwise be excluded from entering the profession through unpaid work experience. Main duties of the job
Successful applicants will be offered a placement in one of the directorates in Oxford Health (locations are in Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bath and North East Somerset, Swindon and Wiltshire). The aim for this role is to provide clinical experience and developmental opportunities that will improve candidates' access to careers in professional psychology. You will be under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist, supporting the delivery of psychological services in a variety of roles, depending on the service's needs and your own prior experience and learning objectives for the placement. Potential duties might include supporting individual or group psychological interventions, providing input to service audit and research projects, and data analysis and reporting. We will be providing structures for supervision and peer support and a series of teaching sessions to offer wider exposure to roles and opportunities for psychological professions in the NHS. About us
Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application you are encouraged to read the "candidate guide to making an application" which is attached to all roles. Please include details around qualifications (including years these were gained particularly if we need to assess for clinical roles that these are still valid) and ensure that the supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses the essential criteria found in the JD. As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and North East Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive:
"Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team" Our values are:
"Caring, safe and excellent" At Oxford Health we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include: Excellent opportunities for career progression Individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount Lease car scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (waiting lists may apply) Staff networking and support groups Person Specification
APPly eligibility
2:2 or above in psychology Entitlement to graduate membership of BPS (does not need to be member) Has not studied or completed a master's degree Has not worked previously as a paid Assistant Psychologist Not a salaried or post graduate trainee Knowledge
High level communication skills Understanding of needs and difficulties of relevant population(s) Experience using databases, data-analysis, and ideally SPSS High standard of report writing Ability to communicate sensitive information Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context Experience
Has done some paid or voluntary work with relevant population(s) Work with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Personal Qualities
Ability to interact effectively with staff Ability to interact with people with mental health problems and disabilities Ability to work independently and reliably Interest in working with people with mental health problems and/or learning disabilities Contractual and Other Requirements
Ability to accept and use supervision Ability to travel between bases as required for the post Desire to explore a career in professional psychology Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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