Principal Clinical Psychologist – Learning Disabilities / AMH

Job Summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the CQC Outstanding rated Portsmouth Integrated Learning Disability Service (ILDS) for an experienced Clinical Psychologist. This role includes working on the Acute Care Pathway under the supervision of a Consultant Clinical Psychologist. The post-holder will work alongside senior management and clinical staff in the ILDS to deliver high-quality psychological care to people across the city. The role is supported by a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist and an Assistant Psychologist. Referral pathways are clearly defined, and there is a high level of case holding and coordination provided by the wider team, facilitating timely psychological input as required by individuals. The ILDS psychology service works in conjunction with the child and adolescent learning disability service (CAMHS-LD), allowing for timely intervention at the point of transition for young people and their families. The Acute Care Pathway consists of two services, the Inpatient unit and Crisis Home Resolution Team (CRHT). Your role would be to support MDT discussions, provide supervision, reflective practice, and consider psychological provisions appropriate for the CRHT service. This is a new role, and the candidate will collaboratively shape it with their managers. Main Duties of the Job The role is dynamic and flexible, including partnership working with other agencies and opportunities to develop a professional network. You will use leadership skills to improve the care and support of people with learning disabilities in the city. There are many opportunities for professional development in the service, with expert clinical supervision available from a range of sources. About Us Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trust's community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, offering outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working. Job Responsibilities Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached. We are happy to discuss Flexible Working options as part of the interview process. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Psychology (or its equivalent for those trained prior to 1996) accredited by the BPS, including models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies, and lifespan developmental psychology. Registered with the Health and Care Professions Council as a Practitioner Psychologist. Post-doctoral training in one or more additional specialised areas of psychological practice. Formal training in supervision of other psychologists or equivalent experience. Desirable HCR20 trained. Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, requiring a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Employer Details Employer Name Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Portsmouth Civic Offices Guildhall Square Portsmouth Hampshire PO1 2GJ Employer's Website

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