Assistant Psychologist
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Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust Assistant Psychologist
The closing date is 21 September 2026
Job summary
Whilst we welcome all applications from all suitable candidates, unfortunately, we will not be offering sponsorship for this role.
An exciting opportunity is available for an Assistant Psychologist to join the HPFT Community Child and Young People's Mental Health Service (CYPMHS) for the East Hertfordshire team, based at Rosanne House, Welwyn Garden City and Hoddesdon Health Centre.
This role is part of an established community team within the HPFT Specialist Division, focusing on the assessment and treatment of children and young people with mental health needs. The CYPMH team provides specialist assessments and evidence-based therapeutic interventions for young people in the community and offers support in collaboration with children, young people, and their families.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for maintaining service databases, entering data, generating reports on service targets, and conducting audits and evaluations in accordance with national guidelines for monitoring service delivery and clinical progress, all under the supervision of a qualified Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical/Counselling). They will also play a role in supporting the treatment of children and young people, following psychological therapy guidelines and supervision.
Regular clinical supervision will be provided. Applicants should have a recognised undergraduate degree in Psychology and be eligible for Graduate Basis for Registration with the British Psychological Society.
About us
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (HPFT) is a leading organisation with ambitious goals. As one of only five mental health trusts to receive an overall 'Outstanding' rating from the Care Quality Commission, we strive to be the top provider of mental health and specialist learning disability services in the country.
Our team of over 4,500 staff delivers health and social care to more than 400,000 people with mental ill health, physical ill health, and learning disabilities across Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire, and Norfolk, both in the community and in inpatient settings. We also offer nationally commissioned specialist services, including Tier 4 services for children and young people, perinatal services, and medium and low secure learning disabilities services.
The care we provide has a positive impact on our service users, their families, and carers. Our work is guided by choice, independence, and equality, with our Trust values at the heart of everything we do:
Our Trust values are: Welcoming. Kind. Positive. Respectful. Professional.
These values shape who we are and how we work.
If you are interested in joining the HPFT family, working with us to help our service users live their best lives, and being supported in your own career development, we invite you to consider a role with us.
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£29,812 to £32,715 a year per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
367-CYP-101618
Job locations
Rosanne House
Parkway
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6HG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary: To assist care planning and delivery for those children & young people who are receiving a community CYPMHS service, in particular supporting data analysis and service evaluation (80% of job plan) and the delivery of psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychological practitioner (20% of job plan). The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary quadrant CYPMHS team assisting in the provision of a high-quality service to CYP and their carers experiencing mental health difficulties and often social difficulties.The role requires skills in assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing and assisting in delivering evidence-based interventions to support service users with achieving meaningful change as agreed with supervising clinician(s). This work will be in accordance with clinical governance processes and professional standards. The post holder will utilize their skills and knowledge to assist in analysing data, service evaluation, outcomes measure use, undertaking assessments and carrying outintervention under supervision. To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS Any other duties commensurate with the grade which may be required to enable effective and efficient running of the service.
All staff should comply with the Trusts values and Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and diversity.
For full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Summary: To assist care planning and delivery for those children & young people who are receiving a community CYPMHS service, in particular supporting data analysis and service evaluation (80% of job plan) and the delivery of psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychological practitioner (20% of job plan). The post holder will work as a member of the multi-disciplinary quadrant CYPMHS team assisting in the provision of a high-quality service to CYP and their carers experiencing mental health difficulties and often social difficulties.The role requires skills in assessing, planning, organizing, reviewing and assisting in delivering evidence-based interventions to support service users with achieving meaningful change as agreed with supervising clinician(s). This work will be in accordance with clinical governance processes and professional standards. The post holder will utilize their skills and knowledge to assist in analysing data, service evaluation, outcomes measure use, undertaking assessments and carrying outintervention under supervision. To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS Any other duties commensurate with the grade which may be required to enable effective and efficient running of the service.
All staff should comply with the Trusts values and Anti-Discriminatory Statement, Employee Charter, Trust Policies and Procedures, Code of Conduct and Equality and diversity.
For full details of the main duties and responsibilities of the role please refer to the job description and person specification documents attached.
Person Specification
Training/qualifications
Essential
- Upper second class honours degree in psychology, or other higher degree in psychology, or equivalent undergraduate qualification. Or second class honours degree in psychology with relevant Master's level training
Desirable
- Masters level training in relevant Psychological or Mental Health area.
- Post-graduate training in relevant mental-health / psychological / recovery discipline.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children/young people
Desirable
- Experience of work with children and/or adolescents with moderate to severe mental health problems
- Experience in psychological interventions - DBT, CBT or interpersonal therapy interventions or other evidence based approaches.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge and Skill
Essential
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to manage distressing and challenging situations.
- Knowledge of legislation related to children and/or adolescent's mental health and social care e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act, Care Programme Approach, Child Protection and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Children etc.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of CAPA model and i-Thrive framework
Other
Essential
- Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
Communication
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
Analytical Skills
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
Diversity
Essential
- A commitment to work in ways which support equality and diversity and treat everyone with appropriate dignity and respect.
Training/qualifications
Essential
- Upper second class honours degree in psychology, or other higher degree in psychology, or equivalent undergraduate qualification. Or second class honours degree in psychology with relevant Master's level training
Desirable
- Masters level training in relevant Psychological or Mental Health area.
- Post-graduate training in relevant mental-health / psychological / recovery discipline.
Experience
Essential
- Experience of working with children/young people
Desirable
- Experience of work with children and/or adolescents with moderate to severe mental health problems
- Experience in psychological interventions - DBT, CBT or interpersonal therapy interventions or other evidence based approaches.
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Knowledge and Skill
Essential
- Ability to work independently, reliably and consistently with work agreed and managed at regular intervals.
- Ability to manage distressing and challenging situations.
- Knowledge of legislation related to children and/or adolescent's mental health and social care e.g. Mental Health Act, Mental Capacity Act, Care Act, Care Programme Approach, Child Protection and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Children etc.
Desirable
- Knowledge and understanding of CAPA model and i-Thrive framework
Other
Essential
- Car driver (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010 which prevents you from driving)
Communication
Essential
- High level communication skills (written and verbal) including an ability to communicate and work in settings in which the atmosphere may be highly emotive.
Desirable
- Experience using computers for databases or data-analysis.
Analytical Skills
Essential
- Ability to accept and use supervision appropriately and effectively.
Diversity
Essential
- A commitment to work in ways which support equality and diversity and treat everyone with appropriate dignity and respect.
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
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rosanne House
Parkway
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6HG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Rosanne House
Parkway
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6HG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.hpft.nhs.uk/careers/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Clinical Psychologist
Dr Lauren Taylor
01707364001
Details
Date posted
15 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£29,812 to £32,715 a year per annum, pro rata (Inclusive of 5% HCAS)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
367-CYP-101618
Job locations
Rosanne House
Parkway
Welwyn Garden City
AL8 6HG
United Kingdom
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