Job Description

Band 8A Senior Practitioner Psychologist (Band 7 Preceptorship considered)

1.0 WTE | Permanent | Part-Time working considered

Location:

The Oleaster Centre, Edgbaston, Birmingham



Are you passionate about making a difference in acute mental health care? Would you like to work in a team that values compassion, inclusivity, and commitment?



We are seeking a dedicated and forward-thinking Practitioner Psychologist to join our dynamic Acute Inpatient Service based at The Oleaster Centre - a purpose-built mental health centre based on the medical campus in Edgbaston. This is a full-time permanent post, and we warmly welcome applicants seeking part-time or flexible working arrangements.



Applications are encouraged from Clinical, Counselling, or Forensic Psychology disciplines with a minimum of two year post qualification experience . For those early in their post-qualification journey, a Band 7 preceptorship may be considered, with structured support towards progression to Band 8A.



This is an exciting opportunity to deliver meaningful psychological care in a fast-paced, recovery-oriented environment, making a difference in the lives of individuals in need of support.



You'll be joining a welcoming and diverse psychology team, where collaboration, creativity, and professional growth are actively encouraged.

Tasks include:

Undertaking psychological assessments and formulations.

Delivering brief interventions

Consultation with the wider MDT

Teaching and training within our local team, service, and local Universities

Facilitating risk huddles with the wider MDT

Supervision of Assistant Psychologists/Newly qualified practitioners

Our Commitment to You:

We're passionate about creating an environment where psychologists can thrive. As part of our team, you will have access to:



A variety of peer networks and supportive supervision structures Opportunities to shape service delivery and lead innovative projects A variety of CPD opportunities, including internal training, external courses, and leadership development. Active involvement in service evaluation, research, and initiatives to reduce health inequalities

We are currently leading several projects aimed at improving access to psychological care and tackling health inequalities in acute and urgent care mental health services. Your voice and ideas will be valued as we continually develop our service.



Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.



Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people's lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.



For further information about the main responsibilities please view the attached job description and person specification.