Clinical Psychologist (Bank) - Circle Health Group

Darlington, England, United Kingdom

7/2/2025

Overview

Clinical Psychologist (Bank)

Woodlands Hospital

Bank Shifts

Salary: Up to £125.00 per hour (depending on level of experience, training and qualification)

Woodlands Hospital in Darlington is part of Circle Health Group, Britain's leading provider of independent healthcare with a nationwide network of hospitals & clinics, performing more complex surgery than any other private healthcare provider in the country.

We have an opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to join their team of staff in the Nursing department.

This is a bank role working on an “as and when required” basis, you will be required to supplement staffing levels during busy periods and provide cover for existing staff in times of annual leave or absence.

Duties Of This Role Include

• Deliver comprehensive psychological assessments using a range of psychometric, cognitive, behavioural, and clinical methods.
• Provide individual and group therapy using evidence-based models (e.g. CBT, ACT, systemic approaches) appropriate to patient needs.
• Actively contribute to MDT working, attending ward rounds, case conferences, family meetings and clinical handovers.
• Adhere to all clinical governance procedures, professional codes of conduct and HCPC/BPS standards.
• Lead or participate in research, audit and service evaluation to promote evidence-based practices.
• Offer psychological support for families/carers dealing with adjustment to life-changing conditions.
  
  

Applicants Should Meet The Following Criteria

• Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent) recognised by the HCPC.
• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical).
• Experience in working with neurological, complex rehabilitation or physical health populations.
• Evidence of applying psychological theories (CBT, neuropsychology, systemic, etc.) in clinical settings.
• Knowledge of the psychological impact of disability, trauma and adjustment.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and teamworking skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
• Commitment to safeguarding and adherence to data protection and clinical governance standards.
  
  

Salary & Benefits

Circle Health Group offers a competitive hourly rate.

“Our culture is a result of the way our people live and breathe our philosophy, which combines our purpose, principles and values.

To find out more about the Circle Health Group Philosophy: https://careers.circlehealthgroup.co.uk/why-circle/our-philosophy”