Principal Psychologist

Principal Psychologist

Department: Allied Health Professionals and Psychology

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Lichfield Road

Compensation: £58,246 / year


Description
Priory Lichfield Road
Full-time | 37.5 hours per week | Site based
£58,246 per annum
HCPC registration and CBT experience required

Based in Walsall, West Midlands, Priory Lichfield Road is a modern rehabilitation service providing specialist care for adults with complex and enduring mental health needs. The site offers excellent transport links, with easy access to the M6, nearby train services, and regular bus routes to Walsall, Wolverhampton, and Birmingham.


What you'll be doing
In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.

You will also

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments.
• Deliver therapeutic interventions tailored to individual client needs.
• Provide clinical supervision and support to colleagues and trainees where appropriate.

You can find additional information in the attached job description. The recruitment process will consist of a two-stage interview with a panel that includes the Hospital Director, the Director of Clinical Services, and a Psychologist.


What you'll bring to the role
We are seeking an experienced clinician with a strong background in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and training in at least two additional therapeutic approaches, including one evidence-based intervention. The successful candidate will have experience working with complex clients, conducting psychological assessments, delivering therapeutic interventions, and providing clinical supervision. Leadership and management experience are essential, along with a commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to standards set by the HCPC, BPS, and organisational policies.


What we will give you in return
We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• Free on-site parking
• Birthday Holiday - Your Birthday as an extra days annual leave
• Enhanced maternity pay
• Contributory pension scheme
• Flexible benefits including reduced rates and access to new schemes including gym membership, IT technology (laptops / tablets / smartphones) and Healthcare Cash Plan (Simply Health Scheme)
• Access to development opportunities
• Sponsorship of professional qualifications through our Individual Professional Development (IPD) panel
• Leadership & management development
• Long service award
• Refer a friend bonuses

Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.