Job Description

Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides child and adult mental health services, learning disability, wellbeing, older people's and eating disorder services across Norfolk and Suffolk.



We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and want to reflect the diversity of our local communities within our teams. We welcome applications from all talented individuals with the relevant qualifications, skills, knowledge and experience



YOUR APPLICATION



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Job overview

The

Research Assistant Psychologist

will work as part of a small clinical research and data analysis team, to establish a clinical evaluation project around the Long Term Conditions Pathway, within Norfolk & Waveney Talking Therapies.



There will be a particular focus on stroke initially, though this may develop further, into related areas of practise. The project brings together both physical and mental healthcare providers, and the University of East Anglia.



This is a new position and project. Therefore, the post-holder will be required to work effectively with the projects leads and clinical practitioners, to ensure that appropriate data architecture and collection methodology is integrated into clinical delivery at the outset. In addition to ensuring that high quality data is collected, the person will be responsible for its day to day management, analysis and reporting as directed by the project leads. Therefore, proficiency in relevant data management and analysis systems is essential.

Main duties of the job

The post-holder will work with the Talking Therapies, Director of Psychology and the clinical psychology research lead at UEA, to provide technical, practical and clinical assistance for relevant research and evaluation projects.



The post holder will be based within NSFT's, NHS Talking Therapies, Data & Performance team, and will be responsible, under supervision, for the data collection, monitoring and analysis of the clinical delivery requirements associated with the project, to ensure optimum delivery. The successful candidate will ensure that all research procedures are conducted according to agreed study protocols.

Working for our organisation

Here at NSFT we pride ourselves on being a welcoming, talented, friendly and supportive team who like nothing better than sharing experiences and learning from each other. In addition to ongoing training and development opportunities, we are committed to providing an environment in which you can thrive.

Why work for us?

We have challenges as a Trust, but we have ambitious aspirations, are pushing ahead with exciting transformation work and we need dedicated individuals to support us on our journey. We have strong, established nursing networks coupled with an exceptional leadership team who will ensure you are truly cared for and cared about.

Why Norfolk and Suffolk?

The people here are warm and welcoming, you'll never be far from the beautiful coastline or Broads National Park. We're an hour and a half away from London and have an international airport in Norwich too. Our villages, towns and cities are packed full of history, independent cafes, shops and theatres. We have excellent shopping, eating out, top ranking schooling and affordable house prices too.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

This is a full time position and the successful applicant will be expected to be present on site, though some hybrid working may be possible. There is an expectation that the role may continue beyond one year, though this is subject to confirmation of funding.




Interview dates are yet to be set; you will be contacted via email and invited to book a time. These emails may go to your SPAM, so please keep checking all your emails if applying.

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Previous applicants need not apply

Person specification

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Qualifications

Essential criteria

A BPS accredited degree in Psychology #

Experience

Essential criteria

Experience of quantitative research #

Knowledge

Essential criteria

Knowledge of mental health High standard of report writing

Desirable criteria

An understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities. #

Other

Essential criteria

Ability to travel independently

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Apart from its legal duties in relation to equality and diversity, the Trust recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief.


As a part of the Disability Confident Employer Guaranteed Interview Scheme we interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the job vacancy (outlined in the Person Specification).. We encourage you to indicate your eligibility through TRAC jobs when applying.


DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK (formerly CRB)

FOR POSTS WITH DIRECT SERVICE USER CONTACT - Please be advised that due to recent changes in the DBS Service, organisations no longer receive copies of DBS Disclosures - these are sent directly to candidates only. Therefore, it will be your responsibility, if successful, to ensure that this is taken to the appointing officer as soon as you receive it.



Alternatively, if you have subscribed to the update service, we will be able to check your status once we have your authority to do so.


The Trust has now introduced a DBS Update Service which is a contractual requirement. You need to subscribe when you have applied for your DBS clearance and there is a time limit to subscribe of 19 days after receipt of your DBS disclosure. Please ensure that this is completed within the set time scale.


This update service is an annual subscription at a cost of 16 to you. This will enable the Trust to have instant online access to your DBS record, with your consent, and so will remove the need for you to have to apply for this repeat check again.

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Applicant requirements

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.