Assistant Psychologist
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Cygnet Health Care Assistant Psychologist
The closing date is 04 October 2026
Job summary
We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care.
Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week (Monday to Friday), making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Lowry House and Woodrow House.
Main duties of the job
At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day.
About us
Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation.
Details
Date posted
04 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£28,826 to £28,826 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPBCD20FE6
Job locations
Hyde
SK4 4PE
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Lowry House and Woodrow House.This role will be working full time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Lowry House is a specialist residential service, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge, including those with mental health needs.
Woodrow House is a specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £28,826.70 per year Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportRequirementsContracted hours: 40 hours per weekPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Helping others improve and turn their lives around theres no better feeling. Its what we do for thousands of people at more than 150 sites across the UK. Be a part of it.
We are looking for an Assistant Psychologist to join our team at Lowry House and Woodrow House.This role will be working full time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Lowry House is a specialist residential service, supporting people with learning disabilities, complex needs and behaviours that may challenge, including those with mental health needs.
Woodrow House is a specialist residential service, supporting adults with learning disabilities who may have behaviours that challenge and associated complex needs.Your Day-to-DayWe are seeking an academically strong candidate to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Qualified Psychologist with; Contributing to assessments, scoring and reporting (verbal / written) Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological treatment Planning, delivering and evaluating individual / group programmes Administration, audit, research and service developmentWere looking for someone who is Degree qualified in Psychology (2:1 or above) or equivalent BPS (British Psychological Society) Accredited Preferably experienced in health care and/or in an Assistant Psychologist role Passionate about learning and working as part of an interdisciplinary team Qualified to Masters degree level or higher in Psychology (preferable)Why Cygnet? Well offer you Salary: £28,826.70 per year Company pension scheme A comprehensive employee assistance programme and discount centre e.g. NHS card Free meals Internal and external CPD opportunities Opportunities to become involved in research Clinical supervision and peer supportRequirementsContracted hours: 40 hours per weekPlease note: successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.
What next?
If you care about making a difference we want to talk to you.
Click the button to apply
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Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Hyde
SK4 4PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Cygnet Health Care
Address
Hyde
SK4 4PE
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Recruiter
Katie Dixon
01217288111
Details
Date posted
04 September 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£28,826 to £28,826 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
VPBCD20FE6
Job locations
Hyde
SK4 4PE
United Kingdom
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