Specialist Clinical/Counselling Psychologist (Neurorehabilitation)


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£57,528 to £64,750 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Reading, RG30 2BA
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	27 Aug 2026
Closing date:	23 Sept 2026

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Summary

The must haves for this role: Post-graduate doctoral qualification in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent qualificationrecognisedby the BPS). HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist. Experience ofspecialist psychological assessment and intervention with adults with complex health or neurological conditions. Excellent communication,consultationand multidisciplinary working skills. Experience ofworking autonomously whilst contributing effectively within a multidisciplinary team. Evidence of continuing professional development and commitment to evidence-based practice. In order tomeet the criterion of being able to travel independently between locations to fulfil the requirements and duties of the position, the post holder willbe requiredto be a car driver with a full licence and access to a car for work purposes For further information about the role, please see attached job description and person specification.Your application is your opportunity to demonstrate to us how you meet the requirements of the role. We recognise thatAItools can support accessibility, equity and confidence for applicants.However, its important that examples and responses given in your supporting statement genuinely reflect your own experience and abilities, as these will be explored further during the selection process.AImust not be used to provide misleading or false information during any stage of the application journey. In addition to explaining how you meet the person specification, you must complete your employment history for at least the last five years. Any experience, skills or responsibilities referenced in your supporting statement should be evidenced within your employment history. Applications that do not include sufficient employment history to support the experience claimed may not be shortlisted. Werecommitted to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our accreditations: Race Equality Matters Silver Trailblazer, Neurodiversity in Business Corporate Member, Disability Confident Leader, Carer Confident Level 2, and the Armed Forces Covenant Gold Award. Reasonable adjustments will be provided to candidates as needed. We welcome a conversation about flexibility and any other questions you may have. Pleasedonthesitate to call Lisa Ellis T: 07771344281 E:lisa.ellis@berkshire.nhs.uk, who will be delighted to help. Pleasenote,if we receive a high number of applications, we may close this role earlier than the advertised closing date, so please submit your application as soon as possible. Applications for this role will be considered on a first come first serve basis and we may close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found

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