Principal Clinical PsychologistNHS

Job summary

Are you an experienced Clinical Psychologist looking for an exciting and rewarding role? We have a fantastic opportunity for a Principal Clinical Psychologist to join the North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS) in Abergele. You'll play a key role in providing advanced psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention within a supportive and highly skilled multi-disciplinary team. This position offers the chance to work across NWAS's specialist services, including Intensive Community Support and the Inpatient Ward, making a real impact on the lives of young people aged 12-18. With opportunities to shape service development, lead training, and engage in research, this is a role where your expertise will be valued and supported.

At Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB), we recognise the importance of investing in our staff. We offer:

• A relocation package to support your move
• Generous annual leave, starting at 28 days plus bank holidays
• Access to the NHS pension scheme, one of the most competitive in the UK
• A Car Lease Salary Sacrifice Scheme, making driving more affordable
• A Cycle to Work Scheme, supporting a healthy and sustainable commute
• Ongoing professional development, with dedicated time for training, research

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.

Main duties of the job

To provide a highly specialised clinical psychology service to clients of North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS), providing specialised psychological assessment and therapy.

To work autonomously in accordance with The BPS Code of Conduct, Ethical Principles and Guidelines 2004, and Health and Care Professions Council.

To hold designated responsibility within the team, for the governance of North Wales Adolescent Service (NWAS) staff's psychological practice, in order to ensure the delivery of high quality clinical psychology services.

To exercise delegated responsibility for the management and supervision of designated staff up to and including senior level, including staff appraisal/PADR, and informal grievance.

To contribute to the development of local team policies and procedures and to support improvements in service quality.

To provide clinical placements and supervision for Doctoral level trainee clinical psychologists and to deliver training to other professionals.

To utilise highly specialised research skills for audit, policy and service development, and research.

To act as a panel member in the recruitment of designated staff, as appropriate.

To assist the Consultant Clinical Psychologist, in conjunction with other senior staff, in the efficient day-to-day management of the service.

Job description

Beyond the role itself, North Wales offers an exceptional quality of life. Whether youre drawn to the breath-taking landscapes of Snowdonia, stunning coastlines, or vibrant local communities, this region offers the perfect blend of adventure and tranquillity. With excellent schools, affordable housing, and easy access to major cities like Chester, Liverpool, and Manchester, North Wales is an ideal place to live and work.

Join us at BCUHB and be part of a team where your skills and leadership will truly make a difference!

You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.

About us

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients. The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales . Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.

Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.

Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.

Applications may be submitted in Welsh. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.