Assistant PsychologistNHS

Job summary

Permanent | Full-time

Are you passionate about supporting children and young people's mental health? We're looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Assistant Psychologist to join our innovative Healthy Minds Mental Health Support Team, working with schools across Sheffield.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with children, young people, and school communities to support emotional wellbeing.
• Collect, analyse, and report on data to inform and improve service delivery.
• Contribute to the creation of accessible, inclusive mental health resources.
• Enjoy variety in your day-to-day, managing a diverse workload with autonomy.
• Engage confidently and professionally with children, families, and colleagues.
• Help shape a trauma-informed, early intervention approach to child mental health in education settings.

We're seeking someone who is highly organised, compassionate, and eager to develop within a supportive team. A genuine interest in children's mental health and a drive to make a difference are essential.

Why join us? You'll become part of a forward-thinking project with a strong focus on early intervention and school-based care. You'll receive regular supervision, enjoy a rich variety of experiences, and be encouraged to grow both personally and professionally.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build transferable skills and contribute to meaningful change in young people's lives.

Main duties of the job

Your responsibilities will include:

• Contribute to team development to measure impact of the services.
• Inputting, collating and reporting on data to prepare reports for service improvement.
• Synthesising Healthy Minds survey data to write reports for educational colleagues to support school improvement around emotional wellbeing.
• Preparing mental health resources to share with school communities.
• Supporting colleagues in delivering groups to children and young people and psychoeducational workshops to parents and carers.

Job description

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

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Diversity Statement

At Sheffield Childrens, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyones success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our Recruitment Manager at [email protected]. Together, were building a workplace where everyone belongs.

About us

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.