Job Description

We are looking to recruit an Assistant Psychologist to support our Specialist Community Mental Health Team (SCMHT) in providing psychological services across Wigan and Leigh.



The successful candidate will work closely alongside three other assistant psychologists to support and enhance the care of service users accessing the SCMHT psychological therapies pathway.



The role will involve supporting psychological assessments and evidence-based interventions for individuals and groups under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist.



The successful candidate would support in the development and implementation of new pathways of accessible trauma-informed psychological interventions, for people with mental health experiences including psychosis; bipolar; and complex trauma.



It is anticipated that the audit, research and service evaluation of psychological pathways will be a key part of the role.



Greater Manchester Mental Health (GMMH) Foundation Trust employs over 7000 members of staff, who deliver services from more than 122 locations.



We provide inpatient and community-based mental health care for people living in Bolton, the city of Manchester, Salford, Trafford and the borough of Wigan, and a wide range of specialist mental health and substance misuse services across Greater Manchester, the north west of England and beyond.



Greater Manchester is one of the world's most innovative, original and exciting places to live and work. From the beauty of the surrounding countryside to the heart of the vibrant inner city with great shopping, entertainment and dining options.



Wherever you go you will experience a great northern welcome with people famed for their warmth, humour and generosity.



Our people enjoy their work, have opportunities to learn and develop their skills and are encouraged to generate new ideas that improve care for our service users.



See attached detailed job description and person specification.



Staff Benefits



Pay Enhancements - 30% additional for Evenings (8pm onwards) and Saturdays and 60% additional for Sundays and Bank holidays.



27 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising to 29 after 5 years and 33 days after 10 years



Excellent pension



Cycle to work scheme



Salary sacrifice car scheme



Wellbeing programme



Blue Light Card Discounts