Assistant Psychologist | Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust

This is a fantastic opportunity for an able and enthusiastic Psychology graduate to work into an established Memory Service in South Manchester. You will be working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist and will have close links with the Later Life Community Mental Health Team in South Manchester. You will be joining a well-established citywide psychology service which has an excellent clinical and academic reputation. The older adult service already employs ten Clinical Psychologists across Manchester and Trafford. The service has close links with the Manchester, Lancaster and Liverpool Doctorate Training Programmes.

You will be working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist to administer a range of specialist neuropsychological assessments and write associated reports to support the diagnostic process. You will also assist with other aspects of the Clinical Psychology service as needed. This may include running groups, carrying out observations in care homes, delivering structured interventions, audits and literature searches., The post is based within the Later Life service in South Manchester. The role primarily involves undertaking neuropsychological assessments and other duties in the Memory service, as well as assisting with group interventions. The post holder will be expected to work independently on a day-to-day basis according to a plan agreed by the supervising clinical psychologist. For more details, see the attached job description.

The successful applicant will be able to show enthusiasm for working with older people with dementia and/or mental health difficulties and in the application of psychological approaches. They will be able to demonstrate sensitivity and understanding of the needs of those in later life. They will be able to work well with a range of disciplines, have excellent verbal and written communication skills and a flexible approach to work. They will have a good degree in Psychology and will be interested in pursuing a career in Clinical Psychology.

Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 6,400 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 160 locations.

We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Salford, Bolton, the city of Manchester, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester.

Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.

Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.

Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.

Pay Enhancements - 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years

Excellent pension

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrifice car scheme

Wellbeing programme

Blue Light Card Discounts