Job Description

Are you looking to develop your clinical, supervision and leadership skills? We are looking for a Clinical Psychologist to join our friendly and innovative team.



In this role you will ensure the systematic provision of a high quality highly specialist clinical psychology service to adults and older adults with common mental health disorders and their families/carers for the designated locality within Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies.



We also welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists who are either recently qualified or due to qualify in Autumn 2025 who can be appointed to a band 7 development post. The development post (previously known as a preceptorship) provides an opportunity for newly qualified Clinical Psychologists to be supported to develop their skills across the core dimensions of therapy, supervision, team work and leadership, with a view to being eligible for future promotion to the 8a post in the service.



Provide psychological assessment and therapy for adults and older adults with common mental health disorders, including those with long-term physical health problems, in outpatient and community settings



Supervise and support the psychological assessment and therapy provided by assistant psychologists, doctoral trainee clinical psychologists, and other clinical team members



Exercise responsibility for the systematic governance of psychological practice within Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies, ensuring adherence to professional guidelines and local policies



Utilise research skills for audit, policy and service development, and research, contributing to the continuous improvement of the service



Propose and implement policy changes that may impact other professionals within the service area, ensuring the delivery of high-quality psychological care



The ability to travel independently between sites within the Trust is essential for this role.



Oxford Health is a great place to work and to be able to showcase the best of yourself when making an application please read the "candidate guide to making an application" and ensure your supporting statement is tailored to the role you are applying for and addresses any essential criteria.



As a Trust we provide physical, mental health and social care for people of all ages across Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Swindon, Wiltshire, Bath and Northeast Somerset. Our services are delivered at community bases, hospitals, clinics and people's homes, delivering care as close to home as possible. Our vision is that no matter who you are or where you are, you will tell us that you receive: "Outstanding care delivered by an outstanding team"

Our values are:

"Caring, safe and excellent"



We offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your career and wellbeing. These include:



Excellent opportunities for career progression Access to tailored individual and Trust wide learning and development 27 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days with continuous service NHS Discount across a wide range of shops, restaurants and retailers Competitive pension scheme Lease car scheme Cycle to work scheme Employee Assistance Programme Mental Health First Aiders Staff accommodation (please note waiting lists apply) Staff networking and support groups hosted by our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion team

Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies is a nationally recognised, high-performing NHS Talking Therapies service, supporting around 10,000 adults every year to manage anxiety and depression. Our service has over 200 staff including PWPs, clinical and counselling psychologists, CBT therapists, referral coordinators, employment advisors, managers and administrators.



Our main bases are in High Wycombe in the south and Aylesbury in the north of the county. We offer flexible working arrangements.



Staff wellbeing is a top priority for us. We have a very active, award winning, wellbeing team within the service and work hard to ensure that a supportive, collaborative and productive culture is in place.



You will have responsibility for ensuring the delivery of specific aspects of the service requiring the expertise of a clinical psychologist. This may include supervising, line managing and coordinating the clinical and research work of attached doctoral trainees and assistant psychologists. You will also hold your own clinical caseload.



You should be able to demonstrate use of evidence-based practice, preferably in a primary care setting. BABCP accreditation is desirable or you can work towards obtaining this during your first year in post. We also welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists who are either recently qualified or due to qualify in Autumn 2025 who can be appointed to a band 7 development post. The development post (previously known as a preceptorship) provides an opportunity for newly qualified Clinical Psychologists to be supported to develop their skills across the core dimensions of therapy, supervision, team work and leadership, with a view to being eligible for future promotion to the 8a post in the service.



Oxford Health NHS FT has a strong track record for supporting the development of psychological therapists. The Trust has two Talking Therapies services, a range of specialist psychological therapy services and employs over 1000 psychological therapists. The Trust hosts the Oxford Cognitive Therapy Centre and the Oxford Institute of Clinical Psychology. Buckinghamshire Talking Therapies is actively involved in research, participating in local and national studies. The service benefits from being a member of the Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and Berkshire Talking Therapies Clinical Network led by Professor David Clark.