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Job Title Clinical Psychologist / Counselling Psychologist Banding Band 7 / Band 8a Location Oldham, Greater Manchester Working Hours Full-Time or Part-Time Considered Clinical Psychologist / Counselling Psychologist - Oldham Pulse Mental Health is currently recruiting for an experienced Band 7 / Band 8a Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist to join a mental health team in Oldham, Greater Manchester. This is an excellent opportunity for a psychologist looking to make a meaningful difference by delivering evidence-based talking therapies to adults with complex mental health needs. Based within a well-established NHS setting, this role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse caseload while developing your clinical expertise alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team. With competitive rates of pay, flexible working arrangements where available, and dedicated support from Pulse throughout your placement, this is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced practitioner seeking their next locum role. Whether you're a Clinical Psychologist or Counselling Psychologist with experience in complex mental health services, we'd love to hear from you. Responsibilities As a Clinical Psychologist / Counselling Psychologist, you will: Deliver high-quality psychological assessment, formulation, and evidence-based talking therapies to adults with complex mental health presentations. Manage your own caseload and provide person-centred interventions tailored to individual needs. Develop and implement treatment plans designed to support recovery and improve psychological wellbeing. Utilise a range of therapeutic approaches appropriate to patient needs. Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure integrated and effective care. Complete clinical documentation, reports, and risk assessments in line with professional standards. Contribute to care planning, clinical discussions, and service development initiatives. Maintain high standards of clinical g

Salary: Up to €110,000 per annum Contract: Permanent, full-time Location: Balbriggan (1 day per week onsite) + 4 days per week remote Employer: Specialist Neurodevelopmental Assessment Service The role We are working with a specialist neurodevelopmental service to recruit a Clinical Psychologist to join their established ASD assessment team on a permanent basis. This is a psychologist-led ASD diagnostic service delivering high-quality, comprehensive autism assessments for children and adolescents. The role offers an excellent balance of face-to-face clinical work and home-based working, with only one clinic day per week in Balbriggan and the remainder of the role completed remotely. You will act as lead clinician for ASD assessments, working closely with Occupational Therapists and/or Speech & Language Therapists who contribute functional and sensory profiles to inform the overall formulation. Key responsibilities Lead and deliver full ASD diagnostic assessments Complete clinical intake and informed consent Conduct ADI-R developmental history interviews (virtual delivery supported) Complete ADOS-2 assessments face to face in clinic Carry out cognitive assessments (WISC-V / WAIS) Integrate multidisciplinary assessment data into a clear diagnostic formulation Provide feedback sessions to families Produce high-quality comprehensive diagnostic reports Participate in clinical supervision and service development activity The ASD assessment pathway Assessments are psychologist led, with structured MDT input: Core components include: Clinical intake and consent ADI-R developmental history (virtual) ADOS-2 direct observation (face to face) Cognitive assessment (WISC-V or WAIS) OT or SaLT functional and sensory assessment Clinical formulation and diagnosis Feedback session and written diagnostic report While OT/SaLT colleagues contribute an essential functional and sensory profile, diag

Job Title Principal / Senior Practitioner Psychologist (Band 8a–8b) Banding Band 8b (Band 8a considered with strong experience) Location Lancashire – split across two male secure environments Working Hours Part‑time – 2/3 days per week Salary Highly competitive Join Us as a Senior Psychologist Supporting Two Established Forensic Settings Pulse is seeking an experienced Principal or Senior Practitioner Psychologist to provide high‑quality clinical support across two adult male secure environments in the North West region. This role offers a rare opportunity to deliver specialist psychological input within well‑established mental health teams, supporting both staff and service users who present with complex mental health needs, trauma and challenging behaviour. Your primary base will be one main site, with periodic visits to a second location (typically once per fortnight). You will contribute to reflective practice groups, trauma‑informed approaches and provide clinical leadership within a supportive multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations and interventions for adults with complex presentations Support staff teams in understanding and managing challenging behaviour, trauma and risk Deliver reflective practice groups and staff wellbeing sessions Offer clinical leadership and contribute to evidence‑based service development Supervise and guide junior psychology team members Work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure psychologically informed care across both sites Prioritise clinical excellence while balancing responsibilities across two secure settings Benefits Working with this service, you will enjoy: Significant autonomy and influence within a psychologically led service Opportunities to deliver reflective practice and staff support A supportive and experienced MDT environment Flexible part‑time schedule (minimum 2 days per week) Competitive pay aligned with Band

Job Title Psychologist Banding Band 8a/b equivalent Location Dundee Working Hours 3 days per week | Monday – Friday | 9:00am – 5:00pm Salary Attractive rates (negotiable) Psychologist – Learning Disabilities & Complex Care | Dundee Pulse is working with a specialist inpatient provider in Dundee to recruit an experienced Psychologist to support adults with learning disabilities, autistic spectrum disorder and complex presentations . This is a part‑time locum opportunity (3 days per week) within a highly supportive multidisciplinary team , offering excellent clinical exposure and flexible working. The role is due to start mid‑March 2026 and will continue until a permanent appointment is made , making it ideal if you’re looking for stability without long‑term commitment. Attractive rates are available, and the service is based in Dundee . Responsibilities In this role, you will: Provide psychological assessment, formulation and intervention for adults with learning disabilities and/or autistic spectrum disorder Work with individuals presenting with complex needs and behaviours that challenge Contribute to care planning and risk management using evidence‑based approaches Work collaboratively within a full MDT including psychiatry, nursing and therapy colleagues Support positive behaviour support planning and trauma‑informed care Contribute to reports, reviews and clinical discussions, ensuring high standards of care You’ll have the autonomy to shape your clinical input while being fully supported by an experienced team around you. Benefits Part‑time working (3 days per week) Attractive and flexible rates of pay Full MDT support Opportunity to work within a specialist LD and autism setting Qualifications & Experience Essential / Minimum: HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Experience working with learning disabilities Experience supporting individuals with complex presentations and/or autistic spectrum disorder Desirable (but not essential): Inpatien

Job Title Practitioner Psychologist – Adult Acute Inpatient Location Cheshire Working Hours 2 days per week (part‑time) Starting ASAP Salary Competitive salary, pro‑rata (dependent on experience) About the Role Pulse is recruiting an experienced Psychologist for a part‑time inpatient role within an adult acute service , working across two wards . This is an excellent opportunity to join a well‑established multidisciplinary team (MDT) , offering autonomy, clinical variety, and the chance to contribute meaningfully to service delivery. It is an inpatient role, working within an MDT, supervising pre-qualified psychologists and occasionally working with more complex patients directly. The service is based in Cheshire . This role is ideal for psychologists with previous inpatient experience looking for flexible working alongside high‑quality clinical practice. Responsibilities In this role, you will : Work as part of a multidisciplinary inpatient team across two adult acute wards Provide clinical supervision to pre‑qualified and junior psychologists Support psychological formulation and intervention planning within the MDT Occasionally carry a small caseload of more complex patients , where required Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives This role offers you the opportunity to shape clinical practice while maintaining a strong work‑life balance. Benefits In this role, you’ll benefit from : Flexible part‑time working (2 days per week) Competitive salary package Supportive, established MDT environment Opportunity to focus on supervision and leadership Strong clinical governance and professional support Well‑resourced inpatient service with clear clinical pathways Qualifications and Experience Essential / Minimum Requirements HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist Experience working with adult mental health populations Ability to work autonomously within an MDT setting Desirable Previous inpatient or acute ward experience Exper

Job Title Clinical/Forensic Psychologist Banding Band 8a/b Location Grimsby (covering North East Lincolnshire and North Lincolnshire) Working Hours Up to 30 hours per week - locum contract Salary Competitive, DOE - opportunity for higher salaries Opening Paragraph Pulse is seeking an experienced Clinical/Forensic Psychologist to join a Learning Disabilities service in Grimsby. This is a unique opportunity to work within a psychology-led, multi-disciplinary team supporting individuals with learning disabilities and/or autism who are at risk of offending or have an offending history. You’ll play a key role in helping service users transition safely from secure care into the community, reducing risk and promoting independence. The role offers competitive pay, flexible working hours, and the chance to make a real impact in a specialist forensic setting. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Lead the delivery of highly specialist psychological assessments and interventions. Provide clinical supervision and consultation to colleagues and partner agencies. Take a senior role in managing complex cases and risk assessments. Deliver offence-specific therapeutic interventions and treatments. Chair and facilitate complex case reviews and multi-agency meetings. Contribute to service development, policy review, and research initiatives. Communicate complex psychological formulations and treatment plans effectively within the multidisciplinary team. Benefits Competitive salary and NHS pension scheme. Flexible working arrangements. Opportunities for professional development and CPD. Work within a supportive, psychology-led team. Access to specialist forensic services and multi-agency collaboration. Make a meaningful difference in transforming care for vulnerable individuals. Qualifications and Experience Essential: Doctoral-level training in Clinical or Forensic Psychology (BPS accredited). Current HCPC registration. Experience working with complex cases and challenging beh

Clinical / Forensic Psychologist Banding: Band 7 (with preceptorship to 8a for newly qualified Psychologists) Location: Pontypridd, South Wales Working Hours: Full-time (flexibility considered) Salary: Band 7 equivalent, based on experience Are you a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist looking for a role that offers flexibility, career development, and the chance to make a real impact? Join Heatherwood Court, part of Iris Care Group, a leading provider of complex mental health services across South Wales and beyond. Located in a beautiful rural setting near Pontypridd, is a specialist forensic mental health hospital offering Locked Rehabilitation and Low Secure Services. We value our psychologists and provide a dedicated career development programme, including funded training and allocated time for professional growth. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Deliver comprehensive psychological assessments, risk assessments, and formulations Provide evidence-based therapeutic interventions, including CBT, DBT, CFT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy Work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to support service users with complex mental health needs and personality disorders Contribute to staff well-being programmes and offer relationally focused supervision Engage in audit, research, and networking opportunities across Iris Care Group services Benefits Dedicated career development programme with funded training Regular clinical supervision and robust line management support Opportunities for audit, research, and academic collaboration Access to a dynamic team of psychologists and multi-disciplinary professionals Beautiful South Wales location with excellent quality of life Qualifications and Experience HCPC registration as a Clinical or Forensic Psychologist (essential) Experience working with complex mental health needs and challenging behaviours Interest in personality disorder interventions (DBT training desirable; training available) Newly qualified psychologists

Job Title: Locum Educational Psychologist Location: Yorkshire – working with a supportive Local Authority team Working Hours: Flexible – full-time or part-time considered Salary: Competitive hourly/daily rates Locum Educational Psychologist – Yorkshire Local Authority Are you an experienced Educational Psychologist looking for a rewarding locum opportunity? Join a dynamic Local Authority team in Yorkshire, delivering high-quality psychological services to children and young people. This role offers flexibility , remote working , and competitive pay , making it ideal for professionals seeking autonomy and work-life balance. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Conduct psychological assessments and contribute to EHCPs Provide consultation and advice to schools, families, and professionals Support systemic work and early intervention strategies Collaborate with multi-agency teams to promote positive outcomes for children and young people Benefits Flexible working arrangements (remote options available) Competitive locum rates Opportunity to make a real impact within a supportive Local Authority team Autonomy to manage your own caseload Qualifications & Experience Essential: HCPC registration as an Educational Psychologist Experience working within a Local Authority setting Strong communication and report-writing skills Ability to work independently and manage caseloads effectively (Applicants who don’t meet every requirement are still encouraged to apply.) How to Apply Apply directly via the Pulse website . Once your application is received, our recruitment team will contact you to discuss the next steps. Why Work with Pulse? Dedicated consultant support throughout your assignment Access to a wide range of locum opportunities across the UK Competitive pay and prompt weekly payments Compliance and onboarding support to make the process seamless Reasonable Adjustments Pulse is committed to supporting all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments

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

Clinical / Forensic Psychologist – Wiltshire Salary: £60,000 per annum | Hours: Full-time (37.5 hrs) | Hybrid Working We are seeking a passionate Clinical or Forensic Psychologist to deliver a comprehensive therapeutic service for children in care across Wiltshire. This is an exciting opportunity to work with four new children’s homes, including an assessment home, supporting young people who have experienced trauma and complex challenges. What we offer: Competitive salary and hybrid working Career progression through our Education Academy Extensive CPD and therapeutic training Wellbeing benefits including Blue Light Card, Taste Card, and Employee Assistance Programme What we’re looking for: HCPC-registered Clinical or Forensic Psychologist Experience working with children and young people with complex needs Strong skills in assessment, safeguarding, and evidence-based interventions Full UK driving licence and access to a car

Start: ASAP Hours: 2–3 days per week Duration: 3 months (review after) Location: Multiple sites (South) Remote: Partly Client Group: Adults with Autism Role Overview We’re seeking an experienced Psychologist to oversee five social care residences and supervise two Assistant Psychologists . You’ll provide specialist psychological services for adults with ASD and learning disabilities, including assessments, formulations, interventions, and risk management. The role involves working across multiple sites and liaising with multidisciplinary teams. Key Responsibilities Deliver psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions. Formulate treatment plans and manage complex cases. Conduct risk assessments and contribute to risk management. Provide specialist advice, consultation, and clinical supervision. Liaise with staff across services to ensure coordinated care

Location: Bedfordshire Hours: Full-time Contract: Permanent Band: 7 / 8A Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 (dependent on qualifications and experience) Client Group: Looked After Children (LAC) Job Purpose Join a developing service focused on supporting young people affected by Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) and Neglect, Abuse, and Trauma (NAT). This role aims to improve psychological well-being and facilitate reunification with family environments through structured, evidence-based interventions. Key Responsibilities Deliver specialist psychological assessments and interventions for young people and families. Provide individual and group therapy sessions over 9–18 months using a range of psychological approaches. Develop treatment formulations based on thorough diagnostic assessments within a structured framework. Offer specialist consultation to staff, supporting therapeutic approaches and care planning. Act as keyworker, reviewing care plans and coordinating TAC meetings. Assess and monitor risk, implementing appropriate risk management plans. Work flexibly across community settings, residential homes, and virtual platforms as part of a hybrid model.

Client Group: Adults (18+) Salary: £64,000 pro rata Hours: Part-time (22.5 hours per week) Job Purpose Lead the psychology department, a purpose-built acute inpatient hospital, and deliver high-quality, patient-centred psychological care. Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery and improve mental health outcomes for adults experiencing acute episodes. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist psychological assessments, formulations, and evidence-based interventions for service users with complex needs. Oversee the psychology service, supporting the team in delivering assessments, formulations, and group interventions. Participate in referral assessments and make autonomous clinical decisions regarding care plans. Implement and evaluate person-centred treatment plans using structured psychometric and clinical methods. Maintain professional and legal accountability in line with HCPC standards and organisational policies. Contribute to a therapeutic environment by promoting meaningful daily activities and recovery-focused care.

Job Purpose Join our Intensive Support Team (IST) to provide specialist psychological support for individuals with learning disabilities during periods of crisis. This role focuses on delivering person-centred interventions that promote independence, inclusion, and positive behaviour support. Key Responsibilities Deliver intensive, specialist support to clients with increased health needs and their carers. Provide access to clinical expertise during times of crisis, complementing the work of the Community Team for People with Learning Disabilities (CTPLD). Apply evidence-based approaches such as Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support. Work collaboratively within a small multi-disciplinary team across community settings. Uphold principles of empowerment, least restrictive practice, and skill development for service users.

Job Title Clinical or Counselling Psychologist Banding Band 8a Location North Wales - based at a dedicated cancer support centre alongside an NHS hospital Working Hours Full-time, permanent Salary Competitive salary aligned with Band 8a NHS rates Pulse is currently recruiting for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary oncology team in North Wales, delivering psychological support to individuals affected by cancer. This full-time, permanent role is based at a purpose-built cancer support centre working in partnership with the NHS. You’ll be part of a compassionate and expert team helping people navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of cancer. This is a unique opportunity to work in a welcoming environment where psychological care is integrated into a broader programme of support. The role offers professional autonomy, meaningful client interaction, and the chance to contribute to psychosocial research and service development. Responsibilities As a key member of the team, you will: Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for individuals, couples, families, and groups affected by cancer. Lead psychological thinking and governance within the centre team. Contribute to the integrated programme of cancer support and psychosocial research. Supervise and support staff in delivering psychologically informed care. Record and report clinical activity in line with professional standards. Benefits Working with this client offers: 27 days annual leave plus 9 bank holidays (for full-time hours) A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment Opportunities to contribute to innovative psychosocial research Purpose-built centre designed to promote wellbeing Flexible working arrangements where possible Qualifications and Experience We welcome applications from candidates who: Are HCPC registered as Practitioner Psychologists Have experience working with adults facing health-related psychological challenges Are competent