Job Title: Assistant Psychologist
Location: Cygnet Hospital Sheffield – Spencer Ward
Contract: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Salary: £27,825 per annum
Start Date: As soon as possible (subject to enhanced DBS check)
About the Role
Are you a psychology graduate ready to make a meaningful difference in mental health care? Join our dedicated team at Cygnet Hospital Sheffield as an Assistant Psychologist. You’ll play a key role in supporting the psychological wellbeing of women with complex mental health needs on Spencer Ward, a 15-bed low secure service.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to evidence-based care planning, interventions, and service development in a supportive and structured environment. You will work alongside a qualified psychologist as part of a skilled interdisciplinary team, helping to deliver holistic and patient-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
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Assist in the delivery of psychological assessments, scoring, and reporting (verbal and written)
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Support the formulation and implementation of care and treatment plans
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Plan, facilitate, and evaluate individual and group therapeutic interventions
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Contribute to audits, research, service development and administrative tasks
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Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to improve patient outcomes
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
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Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above; BPS accredited)
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Ideally has experience in a healthcare or clinical assistant psychologist setting
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A clear and confident communicator, both written and verbal
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Passionate about improving patient care and keen to work as part of an MDT
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Organised, analytical and capable of handling sensitive data and situations professionally
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A Master’s degree in Psychology or relevant postgrad experience is desirable but not essential
What We Offer
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Competitive salary of £27,825 per annum
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Access to internal and external CPD opportunities and clinical supervision
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Free meals on shift (most sites)
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Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
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Exclusive discounts on shopping, travel, gym memberships and more
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Company pension scheme
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Opportunities to contribute to research and service development projects
About Cygnet Hospital Sheffield
Cygnet Hospital Sheffield is part of Cygnet Health Care’s national network of high-quality mental health services. Spencer Ward is a low secure unit offering care to women with a wide range of mental disorders. The service is designed not only around diagnosis, but around the identification and long-term management of individual needs.
Important Information
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This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check
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The vacancy may close early if a high number of applications are received
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Applicants must have the right to work in the UK
How to Apply
If you are a driven, compassionate psychology graduate looking to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a team where your contribution will help shape lives for the better.
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