**Internal MPFT Applicants Only** Clinical Associate in Psychology

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship. If it is identified that you require sponsorship to undertake this role your application may be withdrawn

We have an exciting opportunity to join South Staffordshire CAMHS as a Clinical Associate in Psychology to complete a MSc Clinical Associate in Psychology post-graduate course at Nottingham Trent University.

This will involve completing the MSc over 18 months and working as a Band 5, working specifically with young people for 3 days in the clinical setting as part of your study. All clinical work is supervised (1- 1) by a Principal Clinical Psychologist within the team.

As part of your training, you will be expected to attend the Nottingham Trent University for 1 day per week (alongside teaching blocks) with a dedicated study day. NTU offer a blended approach to learning. Attendance on the course is a mandatory requirement of this role and the subsequent role of a qualified Clinical Associate in Psychology is dependent on successful completion of the MSc.

Upon completing the MSc, you will be employed as a Band 6 Clinical Associate in Psychology, providing assessments and interventions to children and young people accessing CAMHS and will be based within the Cannock team., This is a training role and you will work within South Staffordshire CAMHS team based in Cannock, providing interventions under supervision whilst undertaking a programme of training for this role. The training post will equip you to provide psychological interventions for children and young people consistent with the course you are attending.

Upon completing the MSc, you will be employed as a Band 6 Clinical Associate in Psychology providing assessments and interventions to children and young people accessing CAMHS and will be based within the Cannock team.

There is an expectation to be able to start with CAMHS in early September 2026 followed, with a university induction on 16th September 2026, followed by 2 weeks of university attendance commencing 21st September 2026. You must be able to travel to NTU as part of your induction and throughout your training.

Come and work with us at our award-winning NHS Trust, leading the way for trying new and better ways of working to help improve life for our local communities.

We have around 9,000 staff who provide physical and mental healthcare, support for people with learning disabilities, and adult social care across Staffordshire, Stoke-on-Trent, Shropshire, and Telford & Wrekin. We also run regional and national services, including help for new parents (perinatal care), eating disorders, forensic services, sexual health, and support for people in prison with mental health, drug, or alcohol problems.

We offer great career development for both clinical and non-clinical roles, with ongoing training and support to help you learn and grow.

We are 'United in our Uniqueness' and committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and can be themselves, no matter their background or identity. We want our staff to feel supported and valued, and we aim to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. Together, we can make sure every voice is heard, and every difference is respected.