Clinical Psychologist/Psychological Therapist/CAMHS Practitioner

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a large and established team within the Paediatric Psychosocial Service, to support theOncology, Urology and Renal Services within the Royal Manchester Children's Hospital (RMCH), part of Manchester University Hospitals NHS Trust (MFT) CAMHS.

The Paediatric Psychosocial Services are well regarded in the Trust and close relationships exist within our colleagues in paediatric (an indeed adult) medical specialities. The Service also sits within a wider CAMHS Division and within the Acute Trust, so is well supported and connected with other Children's Mental Health Services in Manchester, Salford and Trafford.

We are keen to promote innovative practice, as well as specialist psychological assessment and intervention. Across the service we work with hospital inpatients and outpatients, with face-to-face as well as online/virtual modalities. We offer patient groups, consultation groups and psychosocial forums with other medical specialties, we actively contribute to the wider Trust Schwartz Round programme and support a range of therapeutic intervention modalities, including neuropsychology, family therapy, ACT, CFT, Narrative, CBT, psychotherapeutic approaches and parent-infant work. We are a committed research service with our team contributing to a wide range of research projects and host some of our own too.

We are a friendly, caring team who want to make a difference and would love to hear from you if this post is of interest.

Main duties of the job
This post involves working as part of a team of paediatric clinical psychologists working into a number of different medical specialties, including but not restricted to, areas such as Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Immunology, General Paediatrics and Respiratory. Working into specific areas will be matched to clinical skills and specialist interests wherever possible.

The role involves a flexible approach to working, to ensure psychological aspects can be addressed and supported within a time pressured medical environment. Regular clinical supervision, peer supervision groups and specific therapy skills supervision are available.

We welcome applicatons from Trainee Clinical Psychologist who are on their last year of training and nearer to obtain their qualification.

About us
Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward-thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.Whether you're beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.You'll be part of a collaborative, multi-disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds. Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.At MFT, you'll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We'll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

Job responsibilities
To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience youll need for this role, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Documents to download heading.

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Diversity Matters MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve. All individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation are encouraged to apply for this post. As an inclusive employer, we are here to support you. If you have any special requirements to help you with your application, please contact the manager named below.

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Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
As part of our commitment to safeguarding patients and staff, many roles at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. This is a standard process across the NHS and helps us ensure a safe environment for everyone.

What is a DBS Check?
A DBS check is a background check that reveals any criminal convictions, cautions, reprimands, or warnings. The level of check required depends on the role:

Standard DBS : Checks for spent and unspent convictions, cautions, reprimands, and final warnings.

Enhanced DBS : Includes the above, plus any additional information held by local police thats considered relevant to the role.

Enhanced with Barred Lists: Includes all of the above, plus checks against the childrens and/or adults barred lists.

Who Needs a DBS Check
Most roles involving direct patient contact, working with children or vulnerable adults, or access to sensitive information will require a DBS check. The job advert and recruitment team will let you know if this applies to your role.

The Costs for a DBS
At Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT), roles that require a DBS check are subject to a cost recovery policy. This means that the cost of submitting and processing a DBS application if you are successful and join us, will be deducted from your salary within the first three months of employment. If, however, you withdraw from a conditional offer after the DBS process has begun, you will still be liable for the cost incurred.

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DBS Update Service
Candidates are also expected to register with the DBS Update Service which must be completed within 30 days of the certificate being issued. This helps streamline future employment checks and supports safer recruitment practices. For more information, please visit the DBS Update Service.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• You must be registered/accredited with a professional body. e.g. NMC, UKCP, HCPC, BACP
• You must have a recognised qualification. Recognised qualifications are: Doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) as accredited by the BPS.

Desirable

• Pre-qualification training or experience with children and adolescents / adults with health conditions
• CPD relating to paediatrics or Health Psychology
• Training in a specific therapeutic modality relevant to a paediatric setting.

Experience/Knowledge
Essential

• Experience in assessment and therapeutic work with children, families and adult patients across the age range with a full range of presenting problems and across settings including community, outpatient and clinic settings
• Experience of assessing and managing risk in a therapeutic setting
• Experience of multi-disciplinary teamwork.
• Experience of teaching, training and professional and clinical supervision
• Experience of consulting with health care and other professionals.
• Knowledge of legislation and national guidance in relation to the needs of child and adult patients.

Desirable

• Working knowledge of professional systems involved in work with child/ adult patients, both in specialist hospital and community settings
• Experience of working with patients within physical health specialties.
• Experience of working with children with medically unexplained symptoms
• Experience of working autonomously as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in working in developing services.
• Experience of the application of clinical psychology in different cultural contexts

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

MFT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity, celebrating and valuing diversity and eliminating any form of unlawful discrimination across our workforce, ensuring our people are truly representative of the communities we serve.