Assistant Psychologist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£34,186 to £37,389 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	London, SW17 0YF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	28 Sept 2026
Closing date:	19 Oct 2026

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Summary

To undertake psychological assessments of clients using psychological and neuropsychological measures, self-report questionnaires, rating scales, structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the client's care. To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a clients problems. To work with other staff to assess outpatients, develop individualised intervention / treatment plans and review their care. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place. To attend and contribute to appropriate multi-disciplinary meetings. To develop skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties To contribute to the training and support of other staff in psychological care. To assist in the design and implementation of service development and Quality Improvement Projects within the service, including initiatives aimed at improving accessibility and reducing health inequalities experienced by Deaf people. To assist in the design and implementation of audit and research projects. To undertake data collection, analysis, the production of reports and summaries, using IT and statistical programmes. To hold a minimum British Sign Language (BSL) Level 3 qualification, or demonstrate equivalent signing fluency. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in job applications If you have used AI to support the preparation of your application, please briefly indicate how it was used within your supporting statement or application form. Please remember, your application is your opportunity to tell us about your skills, experience and motivation for the role. We encourage applicants to complete their application and supporting statement in their own words wherever possible. We recognise that AI tools can be helpful in supporting accessibility, and for improving spelling, grammar and structure. Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content can become generic and fail to accurately reflect an applicant's individual experience. Applications that clearly demonstrate your own voice, reflections and experiences are often the most effective and help us better understand your suitability for the role. Please be aware that information provided in your application and supporting statement may be explored further during the selection process. It is important that all applications accurately represent your own knowledge, skills and experience.

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