Assistant NeuropsychologistNHS

Job summary

Assistant Neuropsychologist

3 posts available (2 permanent and 1 part time fixed term)

Band 5

We are pleased to advertise three vacancies for Assistant Neuropsychologist posts in the Neuropsychology service at Great Ormond Street Hospital.

https://www.gosh.nhs.uk/health-professionals/clinical-specialties/neuropsychology-information-health-professionals/neuropsychology-department

The two full-time posts are predominantly intended to work within the epilepsy workstream of the service, and the third 0.6wte post is predominantly intended to work within the neuro-oncology and general neuropsychology workstreams. The posts would suit highly motivated individuals interested in neuropsychological assessment of children with neurological conditions.

Applicants should have a first-class degree in Psychology and/or an MSc in Neuropsychology or related subject, good interpersonal skills, and experience of working with children. Prior experience of psychometric/neuropsychological assessment is essential, and experience of working with individuals with brain injury or neurological conditions is desirable. The postholders must have a high level of attention to detail and ability to sustain focus.

The service is involved in clinical research, and data management and research skills will also be valuable.

The advert will close when a sufficient number of applications have been submitted.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will also be part of the wider Psychological & Mental Health Services in the Trust. There is regular formal supervision and informal support, including a large assistant psychologist group, and excellent opportunities for professional development within the Trust.

Job description

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required. For both documents please view the attachment/s below.

About us

GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.