Consultant Clinical Psychologist


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£79,504 to £91,609 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Bury, M45 8NF
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	19 Oct 2026

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Summary

Leadership and Service Development The post holder will provide visible, professional and clinical leadership for psychological therapies across the Learning Disability Care Hub. Working as part of the senior leadership team, they will contribute to the strategic direction of services and support the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care aligned to Trust priorities and national best practice. The role will involve identifying opportunities for service improvement, leading transformational projects and ensuring that psychological services continue to evolve to meet the changing needs of people with learning disabilities, their families and carers. The post holder will work closely with operational, medical and quality colleagues to shape future models of care and support innovation across the service. Clinical Leadership and Expert Practice The Consultant Clinical Psychologist will provide highly specialist assessment, formulation and intervention for individuals presenting with complex and highly complex needs. They will support multidisciplinary teams by offering expert consultation, psychological formulation and advice regarding risk assessment, treatment planning and care delivery. The post holder will maintain a small specialist caseload, ensuring that expertise remains grounded in direct clinical practice while supporting the wider development of psychological approaches across the service. They will promote strengths-based, trauma-informed and evidence-based approaches that enhance quality of life and maximise opportunities for individuals to live fulfilling lives within their communities. Promoting Excellent Outcomes for People with Learning Disabilities A key focus of the role will be championing the needs and aspirations of people with learning disabilities. The post holder will work collaboratively with service users, families, carers and partner agencies to develop holistic and personalised support plans that promote independence, inclusion, wellbeing and positive health outcomes. Through partnership working and system leadership, the post holder will contribute to Pennine Care's ambition of delivering outstanding care and reducing inequalities experienced by people with learning disabilities. Workforce Development and Professional Leadership The Learning Disability Care Hub is committed to developing a skilled, compassionate and resilient workforce. The Consultant Clinical Psychologist will provide professional leadership, mentorship and supervision to psychological therapy staff, supporting professional growth, reflective practice and continuous learning. The post holder will contribute to recruitment, appraisal, performance management and workforce planning activities, ensuring staff are supported to deliver safe, effective and responsive services. They will also play a key role in supporting trainee psychologists and developing future leaders within psychological professions. Research, Quality Improvement and Innovation The post holder will lead and support research, audit and quality improvement activity across the Learning Disability Care Hub. This includes developing and evaluating innovative approaches to care, embedding evidence-based practice and contributing to the Trust's research and improvement agenda. The role offers excellent opportunities to influence service development at local, regional and Trust-wide levels, including collaboration with academic institutions and external partners to advance learning disability practice and improve outcomes for service users. Teaching and Knowledge Sharing The Consultant Clinical Psychologist will play a significant role in developing psychological knowledge and capability across the organisation. They will design and deliver training programmes for multidisciplinary colleagues, supervise trainees and support the development of best practice across learning disability services. Through teaching, coaching and consultation, the post holder will promote psychologically informed approaches that strengthen the quality of care provided throughout the Learning Disability Care Hub and wider Pennine Care services. Benefits of Working in the Learning Disability Care Hub Working within the Learning Disability Care Hub provides a unique opportunity to: Be part of an ambitious and innovative specialist service dedicated to improving the lives of people with learning disabilities. Influence strategic service development across Pennine Care and partner organisations. Work within a supportive and highly skilled multidisciplinary team committed to excellence. Lead innovative projects that shape future models of care. Access extensive opportunities for leadership development, research and professional growth. Develop partnerships across health, social care, voluntary sector and community organisations. Contribute to reducing health inequalities and promoting inclusion for people with learning disabilities. Be supported to maintain professional expertise through continuing professional development, supervision and leadership opportunities. Make a lasting difference to the lives of service users, families and carers across the local system.

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