Consultant Psychologist / Clinical Lead - Private Therapy Clinic

At St Andrew's Healthcare we are pioneers in mental health care and arefocused on innovation, compassion, and making a lasting difference. AsConsultant Psychologist, youll take the helm of a dynamic and expandingservice, blending expert clinical practice with is your opportunity to lead, shape, and influence how we provide world-class therapeutic services, from supporting the development of new DBT services to providing evidence-based therapies like CBT, EMDR, DBT, and Schema Therapy., You'll work alongside a talented, multidisciplinary team and have the chance to develop and mentor highly skilled professionals within the service. Based in Northampton, youll also enjoy the flexibility of hybrid working, allowing you to provide in-person and remote support putting you at the heart of service innovation and growth., This is a rare opportunity to take on a leadership role in a growing service. You will :

• Lead with Impact : Oversee the clinical governance of the clinic, ensuring the highest quality patient care and helping steer the development of new services.
• Make a Difference : Deliver evidence-based psychological assessments and tailored interventions, supporting individuals on their recovery journey with the latest therapeutic models.
• Develop and Inspire : Lead a team of psychologists and clinicians, providing mentoring and professional development opportunities to enhance their practice.
• Drive Innovation : Play a key role in developing services and expanding the clinic, including contributing to the launch of a new DBT community service in 2025.
• Manage Complex Cases : Lead risk assessments and work with challenging cases, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients through compassionate, informed care., The person
  
  We are looking for a Consultant Psychologist with experience in leading and developing clinical services in community and preferably private settings. Our aim as a charity is to improve the mental health of others and you will share our passion to find ways to make therapy accessible for the general public through a blend of innovative thinking and the following skills :
• Clinical Expertise : Extensive experience in psychological assessments and interventions, with expertise in therapies such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, and Schema Therapy.
• Leadership Vision : Proven experience managing clinical teams and mentoring professionals to achieve excellence in practice.
• Commitment to Innovation : A passion for driving service expansion and delivery, helping shape the future of psychological care.
• Risk Management Skills : Experience navigating complex clinical challenges and managing high-risk cases with care and professionalism.
• HCPC Registration : Chartered Clinical / Forensic Psychologist status and a strong dedication to professional development and clinical governance.
• Practical : Excellent communication and presentation skills both in person and electronically. A full UK driving license is essential.
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
• HCPC Registered Consultant Psychologist or ready to step up from Principal Level
Desirable
• Working as a Consultant Psychologist or ready to step up from Principal Level
  
  UnlockYour Potential at St Andrews Healthcare Transforming Lives, Leading MentalHealth Care.
Consultant(Clinical or Counselling) Psychologist / Clinical Lead Private Therapy Clinic Hours : Full-time ( hours per week) | Part-time (4 days / 30 hoursper week) considered Flexible / Hybrid Working : Open for discussion St Andrews Community partnerships was rated Good bythe CQC in its last inspection. Are you a passionate and driven ConsultantPsychologist looking for a role that offers clinical leadership, personaldevelopment, and the opportunity to make an impact on delivering innovativemental health services? St Andrews Healthcare, a leading mental healthcareprovider, is thrilled to offer an exciting and rare opportunity to lead anddevelop our Private Therapy Clinic. This is your chance to be part of aforward-thinking service and play a pivotal role in the shaping of a keystrategic area of St Andrews healthcare., You can achieve more at St Andrews Healthcare We are St Andrew's. We are a mental health Charity and our purpose is to inspire hope for those living with complex mental health needs. We are looking to a future with less stigma, more community support, more research and education, and we aim to be at the forefront of inspiring real change. We want to ensure we can all live in a society where everyone with complex mental health needs is heard, valued and has hope for their future. Why Choose St Andrews Healthcare?
• Leadership and Growth : Join a pioneering team where your expertise and vision will shape the future of mental health care.
• Career Development : Enjoy continuous learning with access to an extensive CPD programme, plus mentoring and supervision from senior leaders.
• Innovative Work Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking charity thats continually expanding and improving to meet the diverse needs of our patients.
• Work-Life Balance : We value your well-being and offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid working, to help you balance your career and personal life.