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Verify your eligibility with the employer before applying, even if sponsorship is offered. This position comes with a certificate of sponsorship for eligible international candidates.
Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic Principal Clinical/Forensic Psychologist to join our innovative team at Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to shape and implement new approaches to supporting young people, their families, and professional networks. The role offers opportunities for service development, leadership, and co-production within a supportive environment.
Company Information
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is dedicated to providing healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children’s Health. We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings.
Job Location
The position is based at Centenary House, Albert Terrace Road, Sheffield, S6 3BR. This location offers excellent transport links and is easily accessible by public transport.
Salary and Benefits
The salary for this position ranges from £64,455 to £74,896 per annum, pro-rata for part-time working. Sheffield Children’s uplifts pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is currently £12.60 per hour. Benefits include generous annual leave, pension schemes, health and wellbeing programs, and exclusive discounts.
Employment Type
This is a permanent position, offering job security and stability for successful candidates.
Schedule
The role is part-time (30 hours per week) with flexible working arrangements available. We welcome candidates seeking part-time or additional hours to apply.
Language Requirements
Fluency in English is required for this position, as it involves complex communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Education and Experience
Candidates must have post-graduate training (doctoral level equivalent) in clinical/forensic psychology as accredited by the BPS, including specific models of psychopathology, clinical psychometrics, neuropsychology, two or more distinct psychological therapies, and lifespan developmental psychology. HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist is essential.
Essential Qualifications
Essential qualifications include post-graduate training in clinical/forensic psychology as accredited by the BPS, specialist training & supervision in specific psychological approaches, further post-doctoral training in the specific area of service, and HCPC registration. Additional specialist training in psychological approaches with specific client groups is also required.
Desirable Qualifications
Desirable qualifications include post-doctoral training in additional specialized areas of psychological practice, formal training, qualification, or accreditation in specialized psychological approaches (such as BPS DECP, DNP, UKCP), and experience representing a psychological perspective within multidisciplinary care.
Essential Experience
Essential experience includes working as a qualified clinical/forensic psychologist with significant experience in services for children with mental health, health, or neurodevelopmental difficulties. Experience working with diverse client groups across the lifespan, maintaining professionalism in challenging situations, and providing in/out-patient services and consultation to professional colleagues is required.
Application Process
To apply for this position, candidates should submit their application through the NHS Jobs website. The application should include evidence of meeting the person specification criteria, details of relevant experience, and a statement of interest in the role.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, please contact Sam Watson, Consultant Clinical Psychologist, at sam.watson3@nhs.net or by phone at 01142716540. All inquiries regarding the application process or role requirements should be directed to this contact.
Application Deadline
The closing date for applications is 09 January 2026. Early submission is encouraged as applications may be considered on a rolling basis.
Employer Website
For more information about Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust, please visit our website at https://www.sheffieldchildrens.nhs.uk/. This site contains information about our services, values, and commitment to excellence in children’s healthcare.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 425-25-7276581-C. International applicants should verify their eligibility for sponsorship before applying and ensure they have all required documentation ready, including proof of qualifications, professional registration, and language proficiency.
How to Apply
We repeat: To apply for this position, visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 425-25-7276581-C. International applicants must verify eligibility for sponsorship and prepare documentation including qualifications, professional registration, and language proficiency proof.
Immigration Information
This position offers a certificate of sponsorship for eligible international candidates. Applicants requiring skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome to apply. From April 6, 2017, skilled worker applicants must present criminal record certificates from each country where they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants over 18 are also subject to this requirement.
About the Employer
Sheffield Children’s NHS Foundation Trust is proud to be among the top five NHS trusts in England and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire according to the latest NHS Staff Survey. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone’s success, with 73% of colleagues recommending us as a place to work.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
At Sheffield Children’s, we prioritize Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members. We welcome feedback on how we can improve our practices and build a workplace where everyone belongs.