Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Sudbury, a Category D male prison near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. HMP Sudbury is an open prison, with a population of around 600, with a focus on rehabilitation and resettlement. This is a rare opportunity to join the team, working alongside the Regional Psychologist and wider team, delivering an outstanding service to patients. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting in the management of conditions such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma etc. Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary of up to 32,346 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
Main duties of the job
As our new Assistant Psychologist, some of your duties will include:

• Support the psychological care of patients throughout their journey with us
• Run clinics, assessments, and 1-1 sessions with sessions
• Prepare and deliver psychological intervention group sessions
• Provide psychological assessment and interventions under the supervision of the qualified psychologist
• Work with people with complex needs, which can present / lead to challenging situations or behaviours
• Work within the Assessment Care in Custody Teamwork (ACCT) process, and contribute towards the Challenge, Support and Intervention Plan (CSIP)
• Monitor and provide feedback on the patients' function and general mental health condition during the course of intervention, reporting and changes to the mental health team

If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning.
It doesnt stop there we also offer:

• Company pension scheme
• 25 days annual leave increasing with service up to 28 days per year, plus public bank holidays
• An extensive range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
• Discounts on shopping and leisure activities
• Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development
• Excellent long-term career prospects
• 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it

About us
The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. Were the UKs leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background.
Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values:

• we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated
• we act with integrity
• we embrace diversity
• we strive to do things better together

Our new Assistant Psychologist will:

• Hold a Degree in Psychology
• Although not essential, a Masters Degree would be beneficial
• Have experience within a paid Assistant Psychologist role, whether in a prison, community setting, psychiatric environment
• Be experienced in facilitating patient therapeutic groups, and delivering psychological assessment, formulation and intervention in the structure of an evidence based therapeutic model (e.g. CBT / CFT / DBT)
• Experience of working within a secure environment would be a bonus, although not essential

Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If youre looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.
Details
Date posted
16 July 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
28,247 to 32,346 a year Up to 32,346 per annum - depending on experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
12125
Job locations
20 Ashbourne Rd
Oaks Green
Ashbourne
Derbyshire
DE6 5HW
Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Sudbury, a Category D male prison near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. HMP Sudbury is an open prison, with a population of around 600, with a focus on rehabilitation and resettlement. This is a rare opportunity to join the team, working alongside the Regional Psychologist and wider team, delivering an outstanding service to patients. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting in the management of conditions such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma etc. Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary of up to 32,346 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks Job description
Job responsibilities
UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE
+ MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE
We have a fantastic opportunity for an Assistant Psychologist to join the team at HMP Sudbury, a Category D male prison near Ashbourne, Derbyshire. HMP Sudbury is an open prison, with a population of around 600, with a focus on rehabilitation and resettlement. This is a rare opportunity to join the team, working alongside the Regional Psychologist and wider team, delivering an outstanding service to patients. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in an everchanging, challenging environment, which is hugely rewarding! You will be a key part of the mental health team, supporting in the management of conditions such as PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma etc. Hours: This is a full time role, 37.5 hours per week, working Monday to Friday 08:00 - 16:00. Salary: This position is full time , youll receive an annual salary of up to 32,346 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you?
Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course
Competency framework
Regional and national career development opportunities
Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs
Support from the wider team
Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK and due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks
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