Job Description

Are you an outstanding Qualified Psychologist with a passion for delivering high quality care?


Cygnet have been providing a national network of specialist mental health services for more than 30 years.


With us, you'll have the chance to progress your career as part of a dynamic, supportive team.


We need a Qualified Psychologist who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs.


Please note this is a 10 - 12 month fixed term contract.


Maximising positive outcomes & recovery for our patients- it's a challenging, satisfying vocation.


At Cygnet, our perks go way beyond pension schemes and excellent professional development.


You'll also enjoy shopping, travel and leisure discounts - as well as a range of healthcare and financial benefits - to support you to be happy both in and out of work.


So if you care about making a difference - every day - we want to hear from you.


Cygnet Hospital Sheffield:


Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers a low secure service for women and CAMHS services for male and female adolescents over three distinct wards.

Pegasus Ward:

Cygnet Hospital Sheffield offers CAMHS Tier 4 PICU, CAMHS acute and CAMHS low secure services over three wards. They provide individualised care for young people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, and whose needs mean they cannot be supported in community settings or they may require a longer stay in an inpatient setting. The services provide safe, therapeutic environments with a focus on helping the young person stabilise, so that hospital treatment is no longer required.

Your Day-to-Day...

You'll be working 40 hours a week Work as a team Psychologist within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) Carry out psychological assessments & provide therapy to individuals & groups Collaboratively develop care plans with the MDT Provide training & supervision to colleagues, & consultation to teams Evaluate the service, contribute to its development & carry out clinical research Disseminate outcomes via conference presentations and publications.

We are looking for someone who is...

A HCPC registered Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist Expereince within a CAMHS setting preferred but not essential Preferably trained in complex therapies such as Schema focused, Cognitive Analytical and DBT Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, history of sexual offending and drug & alcohol problems.

Why Cygnet? We'll offer you...

Strong career progression opportunities into management roles Monthly reflective practice, & support with CPD opportunities Expert clinical supervision & peer support Employee referral scheme Pension scheme "Cycle to work" scheme & employee discount saving.

Please note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.


Ready to make a positive change?

Please click on the 'apply now' link below.

Join us!