Senior Clinical Psychologist

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic lead Clinical Psychologist to join a friendly and skilled team of Therapeutic Social Workers, Psychologists and a Speech and Language Therapist, who work to support children who are in local authority care, kinship care or on child protection plans, and care-experienced young adults up to the age of 25. The distinct contribution of psychology is highly valued within this social care team, and this role offers variety and opportunity for growth. The teams purpose is to support the wellbeing of young people, through: supporting key adults around a young person to understand the impact their early experiences may be having on their current experiences (e.g. through formulations, consultation, group training) supporting conversations around identity through life story clinics supporting staff teams within residential homes working with young people and their foster carers, informed by the dyadic models of DDP and Theraplay working with young
people individually using models such as psychodynamic psychotherapy and EMDR This post is a maternity cover until June 2027. If it is not possible to appoint a candidate to this role at 8b, candidates who meet criteria to work at 8a will be considered, with potential amendments to the roles and responsibilities as required. Flexible working arrangements and secondment from other roles within the LCH trust can also be considered.

Working for Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust Who are we? Leeds Community Healthcare provides a range of community-based health services across the whole city. We treat people in their homes, local health centres and community hospitals, and work in partnership with other local Trusts, charities and Leeds City Council. We have a strong culture based on deeply-held values, and our focus at all times is on delivering high quality care to the people of Leeds. In our most recent CQC evaluation, we were rated "Good", with our Adult Services rated "Outstanding" for caring. Perks of the job Our benefits range from generous annual leave to access to NHS discount sites. You can find the full list of attractive benefits and rewards at www.leedscommunityhealthcare.nhs.uk click on the Join Our Team Tab. Right to Work This role is based in the UK. Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK - either as a UK or Irish citizen, under

the EU settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply.