Assistant Psychologist

Are you looking for the next step in your career, in an environment where you can develop and specialise your skills? Then join Thornford Park Hospital as an Assistant Psychologist where you will have the opportunity to work with a dedicated team to make a real difference in lives of some of the most vulnerable people in society. What you will be doing You will be working (service type e.g. with men and women in a specialist eating disorder setting, focusing on treating eating disorders), alongside addressing conditions like depression, self harm, physical health concerns, and psychological distress including trauma. As an Assistant Psychologist you will have the opportunity to assist with assessments, formulations, and treatment to our service users, under the supervision of the Senior Psychologist. You will also assist in clinically related administration including conduct of audits, collection of statistics, development of audit and/or research projects, teaching, and project work., An Assistant Psychologist position is available at Thornford Park Hospital in Thatcham. The role involves working in a specialist setting, assisting with assessments, formulations, and treatments under the supervision of a Senior Psychologist. You will also be engaged in clinical administration, including audits, statistics collection, research projects, teaching, and more. Preferred candidates will have a minimum of an upper second-class honours degree in Psychology, experience in forensic or mental health settings, and strong organizational capabilities. The role offers opportunities for skill specialization and career development.

Elysium Healthcare, a part of Ramsay Health Care, provides a unique care delivery approach with over 80 services across England and Wales, covering Mental Health, Neurological, Learning Disabilities & Autism, Children & Education. Elysium focuses on enhancing growth and mobility within its workforce, spanning a global network across 10 countries, employing over 86,000 people. Committed to inclusive recruitment, Elysium ensures staff adhere to safeguarding and welfare promotion standards. At Thornford Park, a 141-bed hospital within Berkshire, care is offered across secure services and rehabilitation flats for complex mental health needs.