Assistant Psychologist
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Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Assistant Psychologist
The closing date is 09 September 2026
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic, highly motivated and compassionate psychology graduate to join the Psychological Services for Older People in South Essex as an assistant psychologist. This post offers the opportunity to develop skills in the development and implementation of psychological group interventions for people experiencing mental health difficulties, the delivery of neuropsychological assessments to people referred to our memory assessment services and to contribute to ongoing service evaluation and development through audit and research.
The successful candidate will be working as part of a multidisciplinary team, have the chance to work alongside other assistant psychologists and attend continuous professional development groups. Weekly clinical supervision with qualified psychologists will be provided.
Main duties of the job
We would like to recruit staff who are passionate about working with Older People. However, prior experience is not necessary.
We are committed to delivering equitable services and developing an inclusive culture. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, especially from under-represented groups, as we are keen to bring diverse life experiences to our teams.
The successful applicant must have an Undergraduate Degree in Psychology of at least a 2:1 and eligibility for a Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the British Psychological Society. It would be advantageous for the successful candidate to be able to travel due to the geographical area covered our services, unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010, which prevents you from driving. A high degree of clerical accuracy and ease with numbers is also required.
At the end of your supporting statement, we request applicants include a paragraph of no more than 500 words on the psychological needs of older people.
***IMPORTANT*** - We will not consider your application unless you tell us why you want specifically to work with older people in your supporting statement. Use of AI in all applications is also screened.
About us
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
- Receive supervision and support to help you fulfil your potential.
- Join an inclusive EPUT community and connect with others through engagement events and equality or champion networks.
- If you need help, we provide mental health and wellbeing services, occupational health advice and counselling.
Benefits
- 27 days holiday, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 10 years' service.
- Excellent pension of up to 14.5% of your pensionable pay.
- Staff discounts include Blue Light Card, NHS discount offers, and staff benefits.
- £8K relocation package if you move to Essex to join us
- Season ticket loans are interest-free to cover the cost of travelling to and from work via tram, rail, or bus.
Work that wraps around your needs
- Job share: Applications for job shares are welcomed.
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-B-420
Job locations
Thurrock Hospital
Grays
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact:
Dr Maina Amin, Principal Clinical Psychologist on 07583 059 201/ [email protected]
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed list of responsibilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For an informal discussion about this post, please contact:
Dr Maina Amin, Principal Clinical Psychologist on 07583 059 201/ [email protected]
Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for a detailed list of responsibilities.
Person Specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- An Upper Second (2), First (4), MSC or above 6
Desirable
- Further post Graduate training in a relevant field
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs of others with mental health problems
- Knowledge of research methods, data collection, audits, etcs
Desirable
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care setting
- Knowledge of current DOH policies with regards to mental health
- High standard of report writing
Skills and Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the needs of others with mental health problems/dementia
- High level of communication skills
- Ability to communicate sensitive information
- Literate in IT skills
- Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision with older people
- Experience of neuropsychological assessment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to interact effectively with staff from all discipline
- Ability to interact with vulnerable others (including those with a diagnosis of mental health problems or dementia).
- An ability to work with diversity
- Personal qualities, enthusiasm, values and commitment to older people
- Shares EPUT values
- Able to complete tasks in a timely fashion
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately
- Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings etc.
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- An Upper Second (2), First (4), MSC or above 6
Desirable
- Further post Graduate training in a relevant field
Knowledge
Essential
- An understanding of the needs of others with mental health problems
- Knowledge of research methods, data collection, audits, etcs
Desirable
- An understanding of psychology applied to health care setting
- Knowledge of current DOH policies with regards to mental health
- High standard of report writing
Skills and Experience
Essential
- An understanding of the needs of others with mental health problems/dementia
- High level of communication skills
- Ability to communicate sensitive information
- Literate in IT skills
- Ability to apply existing psychological knowledge to a mental health context
- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage and prioritise own workload
Desirable
- Experience of paid work in direct care provision with older people
- Experience of neuropsychological assessment
Personal Qualities
Essential
- Ability to interact effectively with staff from all discipline
- Ability to interact with vulnerable others (including those with a diagnosis of mental health problems or dementia).
- An ability to work with diversity
- Personal qualities, enthusiasm, values and commitment to older people
- Shares EPUT values
- Able to complete tasks in a timely fashion
Additional Requirements
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately
- Ability to travel across sites and across Trust boundaries to attend meetings etc.
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Thurrock Hospital
Grays
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Thurrock Hospital
Grays
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://eput.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Principal Clinical Psychologist
Dr Maina Amin
07583059201
Details
Date posted
07 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
364-B-420
Job locations
Thurrock Hospital
Grays
RM16 2PX
United Kingdom
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