?? Job Title: Psychologist - Neuro-Rehabilitation & Brain Injury (Full-Time or 3 Days/Week)
?? Location: Cheadle / Stoke-on-Trent
?? Employment Type: Permanent - Full-Time or Part-Time (3 days/week)
?? Salary: Up to £62,500 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced HCPC-registered Psychologist to join our growing neuro-rehabilitation and brain injury service in the Cheadle/Stoke area. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with adults with complex neurological conditions, including acquired and traumatic brain injuries, across two specialist inpatient wards (10-bed and 8-bed units).
You will work as part of a dynamic, multidisciplinary team comprising psychiatrists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, physiotherapists, nurses, and support workers. The role is flexible and open to applicants interested in either full-time (37.5 hours/week) or part-time consultant work (3 days/week).
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, evidence-based psychological assessments and interventions to adults with acquired brain injuries and neurocognitive impairments.
- Support patients across two dedicated wards (10-bed and 8-bed) specialising in post-acute neuro-rehabilitation and cognitive support.
- Provide case formulations, behavioural strategies, and risk assessments tailored to individual client needs.
- Contribute to the overall care planning process in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Deliver staff training and reflective practice sessions to support therapeutic consistency and psychological safety across the team.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with HCPC, BPS, and local clinical governance guidelines.
- Supervise assistant psychologists and contribute to service audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Candidate Requirements
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Essential:
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Doctorate in Clinical or Counselling Psychology (or equivalent recognised by HCPC).
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Full HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.
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Minimum of 2 years' post-qualification experience, ideally within a neuro-rehabilitation, brain injury, or inpatient mental health setting.
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Strong knowledge of neuropsychological assessment tools and evidence-based therapeutic models (e.g. CBT, ACT, systemic approaches).
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
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Desirable:
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Experience delivering psychological interventions in inpatient or community neuro settings.
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Previous experience supporting individuals with challenging behaviours or cognitive impairments following ABI/TBI.
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Skills in clinical supervision and/or staff training.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary up to £62,500 (pro rata for part-time).
- Structured CPD support including access to internal and external training events.
- Regular supervision and reflective practice opportunities.
- On-site parking and well-equipped facilities tailored for neuro-rehabilitation care.
- Enhanced annual leave and pension scheme (subject to employer terms).