Principal Clinical Psychologist - Learning Disabilities

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the CQC Outstanding rated Portsmouth Integrated Learning Disability Service (ILDS) for an experienced Clincial Psychologist.

The post-holder will work alongside the senior management and clinical staff in the service to deliver high quality psychological care to people across the city. The role is supported by a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist and an Assistant Psychologist who are established in their posts. There is also the opportunity to clinically supervise other professionals in the team including the Behaviour Analyst. Referral pathways are clearly defined and there is a high level of case holding and coordination provided by the wider team which facilitates timely psychological input as required by people. As such the service is very person-centred and responsive to the needs of individuals.

The ILDS psychology service works in conjunction with the child and adolescent learning disability service (CAMHS-LD) and as such the post holder would have oversight of the work of Psychology staff delivering care in this service. This allows for timely intervention at the point of transition for young people and their families., The role is dynamic and flexible in the nature of work, including partnership working with other agencies, the opportunity to develop the professional network and use leadership skills to improve the care and support of people with learning disability in the city. There are many opportunities for professional development in the service and expert clinical supervision can be provided from a range of sources to suit the successful candidate.

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Clinical psychologist to join our team for this role, and continue to develop the psychology services within the Learning Disability service.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight.

With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve.

Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time.

Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.