Psychologist Forensic Jobs

Job Title Psychologist Banding Equivalent to NHS Band 8a Location Hinckley, Leicestershire Working Hours Full-time or part-time options available Salary £54,584 – £64,085 per annum (including paid school holidays) + excellent benefits Make a Difference Every Day Are you a qualified Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where you can truly change lives? We’re recruiting for a Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist to join the team at an independent specialist day school in Hinckley, Leicestershire. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary team, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs , developmental trauma, neurodevelopmental conditions, and associated challenges. You’ll enjoy a competitive salary, full school holidays, and the chance to make a lasting impact in a supportive, purpose-driven environment. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Deliver specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions for children and young people with complex needs. Work collaboratively with educational and residential teams to create therapeutic living and learning environments. Provide consultation, training, and guidance to staff to ensure clinically informed care. Contribute to a joined-up clinical model across schools and children’s homes. Support the development of strategies that promote positive outcomes for young people. Benefits Full school holidays (including bank holidays) Comprehensive induction and ongoing clinical development programme Flexible benefits package (including life insurance options) Wellbeing tools and Employee Assistance Programme Medical cover for everyday health costs (opticians, dentist, etc.) High-street discounts Beautiful working environment with excellent facilities Recommend-a-friend bonus (£1,000 per referral) Qualifications & Experience Essential: HCPC registration as a Clinical, Educational, Forensic or Counsellin

Job Title Locum Clinical Lead – Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) Pathway Banding Band 8a/ 8b equivalent Location Humberside (primarily Hull, with travel across the region to Crown and Magistrates Courts) Working Hours Approx. 30 hours per week | Flexible days (2–3 days per week possible) Salary Competitive hourly/daily rate We are looking for an experienced Locum Clinical Lead to join the Mental Health Treatment Requirement (MHTR) team in Humberside. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with courts, probation, and Liaison & Diversion services to provide psychological interventions as an alternative to custody. Based mainly in Hull with travel across the region, you’ll play a key role in reducing reoffending and improving mental health outcomes for first-time and low-level offenders. Flexible working arrangements and competitive rates make this a unique opportunity to make a real impact. Responsibilities In this role, you will : Assess individuals in court and make recommendations for ongoing treatment under the MHTR pathway. Deliver brief psychological interventions for mental health difficulties such as anxiety, low mood, and trauma-related issues. Work with a complex population, including those with trauma histories, neurodevelopmental conditions, and personality disorders. Collaborate with Liaison & Diversion and Reconnect teams, as well as probation and court professionals. Provide clinical leadership and support to ensure effective delivery of interventions across various bases in the region and online. Benefits Flexible working arrangements (2–3 days per week possible). Opportunity to make a real impact by reducing reoffending and improving mental health outcomes. Work within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Competitive locum rates. Qualifications and Experience We welcome applicants who meet most of the following criteria: HCPC-registered Psychologist (Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic) or equivalent senior mental health prof

Job Title Practitioner Psychologist Banding Equivalent to NHS Band 8a/b Location Wakefield – within a specialist education and care setting supporting children and young people Working Hours Full-time (37.5 hours per week), part-time considered Typical hours: 8:00–16:00 or 8:30–16:30 (may vary) Salary Up to £65,000 pro rata Join Us as a Psychologist – Make a Real Difference Are you a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic, or Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where your expertise truly matters? This is an opportunity to work in a specialist setting supporting children and young people with complex needs. Why this role stands out: Competitive salary up to £65k £2,000 annual training allowance After 6 months, enjoy a 4-day working week Term-time plus 2 weeks (46.6 weeks per year) Leadership opportunities for 2 days per week when the Lead is at other sites Responsibilities In this role, you will: Deliver psychological assessments, formulations, and interventions tailored to individual needs Work collaboratively with education and care teams to embed trauma-informed and neurodiversity-aware practices Provide consultation, reflective practice, and training to staff Advocate for the voice and wellbeing of the children and young people you support Contribute to service development and evidence-based practice Benefits Up to £65,000 pro rata £2,000 annual CPD/training allowance Flexible working options (part-time considered) 4-day working week after 6 months Term-time plus 2 weeks Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Qualifications and Experience Essential: HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Experience working with children and young people with neurodiverse or SEMH needs Ability to travel – full UK driving licence required Desirable: Experience in education or care settings Skills in consultation and service development If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply – we value potential and commitment. How to Apply A

Job Title: Band 8b Clinical Psychologist – Low Secure Male Mental Health Banding: Band 8b Location: Birmingham – easily accessible from central Birmingham and surrounding areas Working Hours: Minimum 3 days per week, full-time available Salary: Competitive, in line with NHS rates Are you a Band 8b Clinical Psychologist with experience in secure settings? We’re recruiting for a temporary role supporting adult men with complex mental health conditions at a specialist site in Birmingham. This is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly (minimum 3 days per week) in a low secure ward, delivering impactful psychological care in a well-supported environment. The role offers competitive rates and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a service focused on recovery and rehabilitation. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for men with complex mental health needs. Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support care planning, formulation, and risk management. Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs. Offer consultation and supervision to colleagues where appropriate. Contribute to service development and clinical governance initiatives. Benefits Competitive pay aligned with NHS Band 8b rates Flexible working – minimum 3 days per week Opportunity to work in a specialist low secure setting Supportive and collaborative team environment Professional development and CPD opportunities Qualifications and Experience We welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists who: Are HCPC registered Have experience working in secure or forensic settings, ideally with male patients Are confident in delivering psychological interventions in complex environments Can work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role aligns with your experience and interests, we still encourage you to apply! How to Apply Apply dire

Job Title: Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Hove, Sussex Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive – to be discussed upon application We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to work full-time for our NHS client based in Hove, Sussex. This vacancy is available on a locum basis, with an immediate start for a short-term contract. Key Responsibilities As a Psychiatrist in the UK, your responsibilities are both broad and specialised. You will be primarily responsible for providing expert clinical assessments and diagnoses for individuals experiencing complex mental health issues. This includes leading and overseeing the development of comprehensive treatment plans and therapeutic interventions. You will be expected to manage and support multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective collaboration between various healthcare professionals, including psychologists, social workers, and nurses. Qualifications and Experience Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Section 12 approval Approved Clinician status Forensic experience is desirable but not essential How to Apply If you believe your expertise aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail. Already registered with Pulse? Recommend a friend and earn £300 per referral once they have worked over 200 hours*. Why Work with Pulse From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an

Job Title: Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry Grade: Consultant Location: Hull, Yorkshire Working Hours: 40 hours per week Rate: Competitive – to be discussed upon application We are seeking an enthusiastic Consultant in Forensic Psychiatry to work full-time for our NHS client based in Hull, Yorkshire. This vacancy is available on a locum basis, with an immediate start for a short-term contract. Key Responsibilities As a Psychiatrist in the UK, your responsibilities are both broad and specialised. You will be primarily responsible for providing expert clinical assessments and diagnoses for individuals experiencing complex mental health issues. This includes leading and overseeing the development of comprehensive treatment plans and therapeutic interventions. You will be expected to manage and support multidisciplinary teams, ensuring effective collaboration between various healthcare professionals, including psychologists, social workers, and nurses. Qualifications and Experience Full GMC registration with a licence to practise Section 12 approval Approved Clinician status Forensic experience is desirable but not essential How to Apply If you believe your expertise aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail. Already registered with Pulse? Recommend a friend and earn £300 per referral once they have worked over 200 hours*. Why Work with Pulse From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our first conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out. Our expert recruitment consultants are dedicated to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way. With our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll have access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere. We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to you. You are an individual, a prof

Job Title: Consultant Psychiatrist – Forensic Psychiatry - Leeds Salary: £99,532 – £131,964 per annum (NHS Consultant Pay Scale) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-time Job Overview: We are looking for an experienced Consultant Psychiatrist to join a secure forensic mental health service, providing specialist psychiatric care to individuals involved in the criminal justice system. The service operates across low, medium, and high-security units and involves working with complex forensic cases requiring specialist risk management. Key Responsibilities: In this role, you will conduct detailed forensic risk assessments and provide expert witness testimony in court proceedings. You will develop and oversee rehabilitation pathways for forensic patients transitioning to lower security settings. Working closely with probation services, police, and the Ministry of Justice, you will coordinate care. Additionally, you will provide consultation and leadership to forensic nurses, psychologists, and social workers, implement violence reduction strategies and risk management frameworks, and participate in multi-agency safeguarding meetings, providing expert advice on criminal responsibility and mental health defenses. Requirements: GMC registration with a CCT in Forensic Psychiatry. Experience in secure hospital settings, prison mental health, or criminal law assessments. Strong understanding of mental health law, forensic risk assessment tools, and behavioral management techniques. Benefits: Additional on-call payments and forensic allowances. NHS leadership development and academic research opportunities. Comprehensive forensic psychiatry training and legal exposure. How to apply? If you feel your expertise is suited to this role, please apply today and our specialist team will be in touch to discuss it with you in more detail. If you are registered with Pulse and recommend a friend to us, you can earn £300 per recommendation, once they have worked over 200 hours*.&nbs

Banding: Band 7–8a Location: Warrington, Cheshire Working Hours: Part-time, 15 hours per week across 2–3 days Salary: £49,432.50 – £64,818 per annum, dependent on experience and banding An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Psychologist to join a supportive multidisciplinary team in Warrington, Cheshire . This permanent, part-time position offers flexible working across two or three days per week, with a salary of £49,432.50–£64,818 per annum , depending on experience and banding. Band 7 preceptorship applicants will also be considered. The role provides an excellent opportunity to work with young people experiencing complex and enduring mental health difficulties , including complex trauma, emerging personality disorder and eating disorders. You will have the opportunity to provide specialist psychological assessment and evidence-based interventions, while also developing your skills in consultation, supervision, teaching, research and clinical leadership. The role involves working collaboratively across a specialist service model, with some travel between locations in Cheshire and the wider Merseyside area . Responsibilities Provide specialist psychological assessment, formulation and treatment for young people with complex mental health presentations. Hold a small clinical caseload, allowing you to provide intensive, individualised and innovative psychological interventions. Work collaboratively as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, contributing psychological expertise to care planning and risk management. Support young people to develop resilience, independence and the skills required to manage their mental health and risks. Provide psychological consultation, training and guidance to colleagues and wider professional teams. Work systemically with staff teams and other professionals involved in the care of young people. Contribute to clinical leadership, service development, audit and research. Deliver teaching and training to profes

A CAREER WITH POINT72'S INTELLIGENCE TEAM Point72’s Intelligence team sets the industry standard for intelligence driven analysis by proactively identifying, monitoring, and assessing various sources of risk using proprietary tools and specialized tradecraft. We support senior management by providing strategic assessments, actionable recommendations, and real-time escalations. WHAT YOU’LL DO We are looking for a subject matter expert to join a dynamic assessment and selection team with highly visible impact. You will collaborate across departments internally and provide recommendations to senior leaders based on your judgments and insights. You will be a hands-on practitioner, designing and conducting applied research. This is NOT a clinical role. Specifically, you will: Apply domain expertise to support the firm in identifying, assessing, and interviewing candidates Develop and implement research-driven assessment tools and processes Synthesize findings, author reports, and produce high-quality recommendations for senior leaders across the firm Serve as a technical advisor in the domain of psychology and brief internal stakeholders on team processes Identify and integrate emerging research and techniques that improve internal processes WHAT’S REQUIRED PhD degree in cognitive psychology, neuroscience, decision science, social psychology, organizational psychology, or a related field Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to make complex concepts clear to senior stakeholders Demonstrated experience designing, evaluating, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative assessments and organizational data Experience conducting structured interviews and translating interview data into evidence-based assessments Strong critical thinking skills, including the ability to evaluate alternative explanations and guard against bias Ability to collaborate across departments and provide clear recommendations based on sound judgment Willingness to quickl

Job Title Highly Specialist Clinical or Counselling Psychologist Banding Band 8a Equivalent Location Rotherham, South Yorkshire Working Hours Part-Time – 3 Days per Week Salary £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience Highly Specialist Clinical or Counselling Psychologist Are you an HCPC-registered Clinical or Counselling Psychologist looking to develop your expertise in complex mental health, trauma, autism, personality disorders, eating disorders, OCD, self-harm and neurodiversity within a specialist inpatient setting? Pulse is recruiting for an exciting part-time opportunity in South Yorkshire, working with adults who present with some of the most complex mental health needs in the UK. This role offers the opportunity to work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, delivering formulation-led, evidence-based psychological interventions while helping shape and develop specialist services. Whether you are an experienced psychologist looking for your next challenge or a recently qualified psychologist seeking to build specialist expertise, this role offers excellent opportunities for supervision, professional development, research, teaching and service innovation. If you're passionate about delivering outstanding psychological care and making a genuine difference to people's lives, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities As a Highly Specialist Clinical or Counselling Psychologist, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for adults with complex mental health needs. Deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions in individual, family and group formats. Support patients with presentations including autism, complex trauma, personality disorders, functional neurological disorder (FND), eating difficulties, depression, OCD and self-harm. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to develop effective care and treatment plans. Offer psychological c

Band 8a Birmingham, West Midlands Full-Time or Part-Time Considered Competitive NHS Agency Rate Pulse Mental Health is currently recruiting for a Locum Psychologist to join a specialist 0–19 Learning Disabilities and Neurodevelopmental Service in Birmingham, West Midlands. The service supports children and young people with moderate to severe learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, behaviours that challenge, and a range of neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism and ADHD. This is an excellent opportunity to join a specialist NHS multidisciplinary team working with young people who present with complex and often overlapping needs. Many children and young people supported by the service are awaiting formal diagnosis and require comprehensive psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention. You will play an important role in supporting young people, families, carers, and professionals to improve outcomes and enhance quality of life. The service offers a varied and rewarding caseload, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to children and young people across Birmingham. Responsibilities As a Locum Psychologist, you will: Undertake specialist psychological assessments for children and young people aged 0–19 years presenting with learning disabilities, mental health difficulties, and neurodevelopmental conditions. Develop formulations to understand complex presentations and inform care planning and intervention. Deliver evidence-based psychological interventions tailored to individual needs. Support children and young people who present with behaviours that challenge and co-occurring mental health needs. Work collaboratively with families, carers, schools, social care teams, and other professionals involved in care. Provide consultation and psychological advice to multidisciplinary colleagues. Contribute to safeguarding, risk assessment, and risk management processes. Maintain accurate and timely clinical

Banding: Equivalent to Band 8a Location: North Yorkshire (Hybrid/Remote Working Available) Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: Up to £55,000 per annum (pro rata), depending on experience Are you an HCPC registered Psychologist with experience in autism assessments, neurodevelopmental pathways, and supporting children and young people? Pulse is recruiting on behalf of a leading healthcare provider for an exciting opportunity within a specialist autism diagnostic service. This role offers the chance to work as part of a highly experienced multidisciplinary team delivering autism assessments for children and young people aged 4–18 years across North Yorkshire. Offering a salary of up to £55,000 pro rata, flexible working arrangements, and remote working opportunities, this position provides an excellent balance of autonomy, professional development, and meaningful clinical impact. Responsibilities As a Practitioner Psychologist, you will: Manage your own caseload, delivering autism diagnostic assessments for children and young people. Conduct specialist neurodevelopmental assessments in line with recognised clinical pathways and best practice guidance. Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to contribute to diagnostic decision-making. Utilise recognised autism assessment tools, including ADOS-2 and ADI-R. Produce high-quality diagnostic reports for families, referrers, and partner professionals. Provide expert clinical advice and support to children, young people, families, and carers throughout the assessment process. Deliver clinical supervision to Assistant Psychologists and other professionals where appropriate. Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, audits, and pathway enhancement projects. Participate in training, research activities, and continuing professional development. Maintain excellent standards of safeguarding, clinical governance, and record keeping. Benefits Flexible and part-time working arrangements.

Job Title Clinical Psychologist – Neurodevelopmental Assessments (ADOS-2 & ADI-R) Banding Any Banding Location Face-to-face ADOS-2 assessments in Macclesfield, remote ADI-r assessments. Working Hours Flexible – choose your own hours. Hybrid working available. Salary Headline PAYE rates: ADI-R (Remote): £380 ADOS-2 (Face-to-Face): £225 Join a Growing Service We are seeking Clinical Psychologists to deliver autism diagnostic assessments, including ADOS-2 and ADI-R . This is an exciting opportunity to join a new and expanding service , where you can get in at the ground floor and help shape its future. Enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, with remote ADI-R interviews and face-to-face ADOS-2 assessments. The service is open to flexible scheduling, so you can pick your own hours . Responsibilities Conduct both ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessments for autism diagnosis. Deliver ADI-R remotely and ADOS-2 face-to-face. Collaborate with another clinician during ADOS assessments. Ensure accurate, high-quality reporting and contribute to a positive client experience. Benefits Flexible working – choose your own hours. Hybrid model – remote and face-to-face work. Opportunity to shape and grow a new service . Competitive PAYE rates. Supportive team environment. Qualifications & Experience HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist. Experience conducting ADOS-2 and ADI-R assessments (essential). Strong communication and report-writing skills. Applicants who do not meet all requirements are still encouraged to apply! How to Apply Apply via the Pulse website today. Our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the role and next steps. Why Work With Pulse Pulse offers dedicated support, competitive rates, and access to a wide range of roles tailored to your expertise. Reasonable Adjustments We are committed to supporting applicants with reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Job Title Principal Practitioner Psychologist – Older Adult Mental Health Service Banding Band 8b (Annex 21 development option available) Location Carmarthenshire – Older Adult Mental Health Service Working Hours Full-time or part-time options available Salary £65,424 – £76,021 pro rata Join Our Team and Make a Difference Are you an experienced Principal Practitioner Psychologist looking for a leadership role in Older Adult Mental Health? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a service in beautiful Carmarthenshire, where you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping specialist care pathways for our aging population. You’ll work across community and inpatient teams, ensuring high-quality psychological care and supporting workforce development. We welcome applicants who may not yet meet all Band 8b competencies – you can still apply! Successful candidates will be appointed under Annex 21 and supported with a tailored development plan for up to four years. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Oversee and coordinate the delivery of high-quality psychological services across older adult mental health settings. Take responsibility for clinical, professional, and managerial governance for psychological practitioners. Lead on specialist psychological assessments, formulations, interventions, and evaluations. Provide expert clinical supervision to psychologists, psychological therapy practitioners, and non-psychology staff. Identify and address training needs, supporting workforce development. Work autonomously within professional guidelines and contribute to service improvement projects. Apply expertise in psychotherapeutic modalities and clinical risk management, including suicide prevention and care pathways. Benefits Competitive salary £65,424 – £76,021 pro rata. Flexible working options. Comprehensive professional development plan under Annex 21 if required. Opportunities to lead service transformation projects. Supportive multidisciplinary team environment. Qualific

Banding: Band 7 Location: Pembrokeshire Working Hours: Full-time or part-time considered Salary: Band 7 Join Our Team as a Clinical Psychologist – Learning Disabilities Are you a HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference? We are recruiting for a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to join our client's specialist Learning Disabilities service. While prior experience in Learning Disabilities is a bonus, it’s not essential – we welcome applications from psychologists with a strong foundation in clinical practice and a passion for person-centred care. This role offers the opportunity to work across diverse settings, including community and inpatient environments, delivering evidence-based interventions and assessments. You’ll be part of a supportive multidisciplinary team committed to improving outcomes for individuals with complex needs. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments, including psychometrics and cognitive evaluations. Deliver tailored interventions using a range of psychological models and approaches. Work collaboratively with service users, families, and professionals to develop care plans. Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives. Offer consultation and advice to colleagues across the service. Benefits Competitive salary and NHS-equivalent benefits Flexible working options Opportunities for CPD and career progression Supportive multidisciplinary team environment Access to staff wellbeing programmes Qualifications & Experience Essential: HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Doctoral-level training in Clinical Psychology (BPS-accredited) Knowledge of psychometrics and cognitive assessments Experience working across the lifespan in core specialties Desirable: Experience with Learning Disabilities Training in research methodology or staff training Experience in teaching, supervision, or working in diverse cultural con