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Inpatient Clinical Psychologist (Paediatric Neuropsychology Specialism) or Paediatric Neuropsychologist
Area: Paediatric Therapies & Psychology
Location: London – The Portland Hospital
Hours: Part Time, 15–18.75 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
We're looking for an Inpatient Clinical Psychologist (Paediatric Neuropsychology Specialism) or Paediatric Neuropsychologist to join our specialist Paediatric Therapies team at The Portland Hospital, the UK's leading private hospital dedicated to the healthcare of women, children and families.
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and compassionate Child Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience of multidisciplinary team working and supporting children with complex neurodisabilities. Working across both inpatient and outpatient settings, you will provide highly specialist neuropsychological assessment, formulation and intervention, supporting children and their families through diagnosis, rehabilitation and ongoing care.
As part of a respected multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with consultants, therapists and healthcare professionals to deliver outstanding patient-centred care while contributing to the ongoing development of our specialist neuropsychology services.
As an Inpatient Clinical Psychologist or Paediatric Neuropsychologist, you'll:
Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic testing for children with complex neurological conditions.
Undertake neuropsychology formulation, assessment and provide evidence-based recommendations.
Develop individualised treatment and rehabilitation plans tailored to each child's needs.
Provide education, guidance and emotional support to families managing complex neurodisabilities or receiving a new diagnosis.
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to deliver holistic, patient-centred care.
Deliver teaching and training to colleagues and healthcare professionals.
Contribute to the ongoing development and enhancement of paediatric neuropsychology services.
Liaise with consultants, community teams and external organisations to support integrated care pathways.
Maintain high standards of professional, ethical and legal practice at all times.
We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.
DClinPsy, EdPsy or recognised Statement of Equivalence.
Paediatric Neuropsychology qualification from a BPS-approved provider, or substantial experience in paediatric neuropsychology, neurological rehabilitation and/or acquired brain injury services.
Extensive experience working with children and young people with complex neurological conditions.
QICN qualification (desirable).
Strong knowledge of neuropsychological assessment, formulation and intervention.
Excellent understanding of a variety of therapeutic approaches and the ability to adapt interventions to meet individual needs.
Outstanding communication skills, with the ability to engage children, families and professionals from diverse backgrounds.
Proven experience of collaborative multidisciplinary team working.
Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based psychological care.
Ability to work in accordance with professional, ethical and legal standards.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and participation in team meetings, training and service development activities.
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr Thomas Frist, HCA Healthcare has grown to become one of the world's leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we're one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in state-of-the-art technology, facilities and treatments.
As part of a large multisite healthcare organisation, you'll benefit from exceptional opportunities for career progression, specialist training and professional development, while working alongside some of the most experienced clinicians in the sector.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. As an Inpatient Clinical Psychologist or Paediatric Neuropsychologist, you'll be eligible for:
25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays), increasing with service
Option to buy or sell annual leave
Private Medical Insurance
Private pension contribution increasing with length of service
Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work Scheme
Group Life Assurance from day one
Critical Illness Cover
Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay
Corporate staff discount including Portland Hospital services
Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection and lifestyle benefits
Discounts with over 800 major retailers
At HCA UK we believe exceptional care starts with our people. We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each of us brings because we know that when our colleagues feel valued, supported and empowered, they can provide the very best care for our patients.
Our values are:
Unique and Individual – We recognise and value everyone as unique and individual.
Kindness and Compassion – We treat people with kindness and compassion.
Honesty, Integrity and Fairness – We act with absolute honesty, integrity and fairness.
Loyalty, Respect and Dignity – We trust and treat one another as valued members of the HCA UK family.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable bringing their full self to work. As a Disability Confident committed organisation, we're happy to discuss flexible working arrangements and offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process and in the workplace to support individual needs.
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