Important Visa Information
This position includes a Certificate of Sponsorship for qualified international candidates. However, applicants must verify their specific visa eligibility with the employer before applying. The Certificate of Sponsorship enables skilled workers from outside the UK to apply for a Skilled Worker visa to work in the UK.
Job Summary
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) is seeking a qualified Clinical Psychologist Band 8b to join our expanding team of psychological professionals working with adults. This is an exciting opportunity for those looking to enhance their psychological skills with training opportunities in a supportive environment.
About the Employer
RDaSH is a major NHS Foundation Trust employing around 4,000 talented colleagues who are highly valued and respected. We offer a wide portfolio of services including mental health, physical health, learning disability, and drug and alcohol services across South Yorkshire. Our organisation is committed to providing first-class care while maintaining a supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
Key Responsibilities
As a Clinical Psychologist, you will be accountable for your own professional practice in delivering specialist care to clients with complex emotional or mental health needs. You will provide psychological assessment and formulation of clients with highly complex conditions based on the appropriate use, interpretation, and integration of data from various sources. The role includes providing clinical supervision and training to colleagues within the psychology service and other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Clinical Duties
You will be expected to be compassionate in meeting the needs of clients, their carers and families. The position includes the opportunity to undertake formal research or service evaluations and, where suitably trained, act as a field supervisor for doctorate clinical psychology trainees. You will be proactive in continual service improvement and promote a positive image of people with mental health difficulties.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must hold post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical/counselling/forensic psychology accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS) or its equivalent prior to 1996. You must be registered as a Practitioner Psychologist with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC). Additionally, evidence of continuing professional development is required.
Essential Experience
You must have experience working as an applied psychologist within a designated service, including a wide variety of client groups across the whole life course and a range of clinical severity. Experience in exercising full clinical responsibility for clients’ psychological care as a care coordinator and leader of a multidisciplinary team is essential. You should also have experience in teaching, training, clinical supervision, and field supervision for doctoral theses.
Research and Service Development
Experience in research and development, as well as active participation in quality and service improvement initiatives, is required. You should demonstrate experience in liaison and joint working with statutory, voluntary, and private sector agencies.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential knowledge includes evidence-based practice relevant to the role, risk assessment and management, clinical governance, and knowledge of legislation and national agenda in relation to mental health services. You should be skilled in complex methods of psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention.
Communication and Teamwork
Excellent communication skills are required to convey highly complex and sensitive information effectively to a wide range of people both within and outside the NHS. You must be able to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team and undertake lead practitioner responsibilities.
Person Attributes
We are looking for someone who can work in accordance with the Staff Compact and Trust Values and Behaviours. You should be able to engage with vulnerable people and work effectively in highly distressing and challenging circumstances. Flexibility, the ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, and the capacity to use initiative and make decisions independently are essential.
Professional Development
A commitment to continual quality and service improvement is required. You should be self-aware and committed to professional and personal development, able to accept and respond positively to feedback from supervision. An enthusiasm for a broad range of psychological phenomena, theories, and application is expected.
Other Requirements
You must be able to travel independently in accordance with Trust policies and service need. This post is subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check. You should have current UK professional registration or be eligible for it.
How to Apply
Applications for this position must be submitted through the NHS Jobs website. International applicants should include details of their current visa status and professional registration in their application. It is strongly recommended that you verify your eligibility for the Certificate of Sponsorship with the employer before applying.
Required Documents
When applying, please ensure you have your current CV, covering letter, proof of professional qualifications, HCPC registration, and evidence of relevant experience. If you require a Certificate of Sponsorship, please clearly state this in your application.
Visa and Sponsorship Information
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants must present a criminal record certificate from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years.
Support for International Applicants
RDaSH is committed to supporting international colleagues through the relocation process. We can provide assistance with finding accommodation, understanding the UK healthcare system, and information about local communities and schools. Our inclusive workplace culture values diversity and welcomes professionals from around the world.
Location and Benefits
Doncaster offers a welcoming environment with excellent transport links to major UK cities. The position offers a competitive salary of £64,455 to £74,896 per annum, plus benefits including access to the NHS pension scheme, generous annual leave, and opportunities for professional development.
Terms and Conditions
The main terms and conditions of service can be found at the provided link. This is a permanent position offering full-time hours with flexible working arrangements. The post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check will be required.
Privacy Notice
Your personal data will be processed in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018. RDaSH’s privacy notice explains how we handle your personal information and your rights as a data subject.
Additional Information
For more information about RDaSH and the benefits of working with us, please visit our website. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high number of applications. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Paula Thompson (Acute Pathway Service Manager) at [email protected] or 03000211286. If you have questions about the sponsorship process, please mention this in your email or phone call.
Reference Number
When applying, please reference job number 376-DCGM-0139-G. This will help us identify your application and ensure it is processed correctly.
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 22 October 2025. Late applications will not be considered. We encourage early applications to ensure sufficient time for processing and potential follow-up questions.
