Vacancy Introduction
Two exciting roles have arisen in Leeds for enthusiastic Assistant Psychologists, within the Infant Mental Health Service (IMHS) and Therapeutic Social Work Team (TSWT). The posts are ideal for candidates passionate about supporting the wellbeing of children and families. They offer excellent opportunities to further develop an understanding of the impact of trauma and adverse care experiences on attachment and development, and to work systemically with family and professional networks.
We are seeking candidates who:
- take an innovative, flexible approach
- work well in teams
- have excellent interpersonal & organisational skills
- manage a varied workload
- are competent in the use of Microsoft software
- use research skills for service evaluation.
You will be supported through regular supervision with a clinical psychologist. Training will be provided to support you in the post & with your development. Prior experiences in the role of an Assistant Psychologist and within a child/family service are desirable. The postholder will have an upper 2nd class honours degree in Psychology.
The posts are fixed term – IMHS until August 2025, TSWT until March 2026. Applications are considered against both roles; candidates may offer a preference at interview.
When applying, please answer the question ‘Early Relationships - why do they matter?’ within 300 words in the ‘Experience’ section.
Expected interview date 12th March 2025.
If you have any questions about the job, please contact Martha Pearson (Senior Clinical Psychologist, TSWT) martha.pearson2@leeds.gov.uk 07891275264
Gemma Chadderton (Consultant Clinical Psychologist, Infant Mental Health Service):
0113 8430841 07511047263 gemma.dyble@nhs.net
Key duties
IMHS:
- Co-delivering training to practitioners working with infants and families
- Promotion and dissemination of research and IMHS information
- Supporting direct work with families in the antenatal, postnatal and early childhood periods; supporting the parent-infant relationship and parent-partner relationships to promote infant wellbeing
- Opportunities to co-facilitate reflective case discussion sessions and consultations
- Working collaboratively with colleagues in maternity services, health visiting & children’s services across the region and supporting good working links with mental health services, social care and the voluntary sector
- Attending service meetings, data support and entry, completing evaluations and audits and helping to write reports for key stakeholders.
TSWT:
- Supporting the development of formulations which draw on a range of theories
- Conducting psychological/neurodevelopmental assessments
- Supporting the development of Trauma Informed Care
- Supporting the embedding of Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy (DDP) as a model within the team, including possible involvement in a clinical trial
- Supporting other evaluation and audit activities and service developments
- Working to share the key messages of the TSWT within an interagency system
- There may be opportunities to access supervision/training to develop clinical skills to support the delivery of direct clinical work using the core team models of DDP and Theraplay.
Please Review the Job Description and Person Specification Attached for full Requirements of the Role.
Adverts will close early where the maximum number of applicants is reached.
Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
Who are we?
Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council.
We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring.
Perks of the job
Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab.
Right to Work
This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.
