Job Description

Are you a final year Trainee 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 and secure a qualified post on completion of your training and receipt of HCPC registration.


We have an opportunity for a trainee in the final year of their training who's passionate about helping people with a range of complex mental health needs to join our PICU/Acute service. Upon completion of your training, you will be able to move into a qualified position within the service.


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 Newton House:

Cygnet Newton House is a 21 bed specialist high support inpatient rehabilitation (level 2) service for men. The service is dedicated to providing a high quality environment for promoting long-term recovery.

Your Day-to-Day...

You'll be working 40 hours a week, with time factored in to continue your studies. The post would make an ideal final year paid placement opportunity.

Under the supervision of a practitioner psychologist you will:


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 & support 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...

In the final year of their practitioner psychologist training (i.e. Counselling Doctorate, Forensic Doctorate, Forensic Psychologist Practitioner Programme) Previous experience within an inpatient mental health setting Passionate about working with people with a range of complex mental health needs Capable of treating difficulties such as self-harm, physical & verbal aggression, and drug & alcohol problems (under appropriate supervision)

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!


In this role you'll have the chance to make a real impact on patients, service users & their families.