Visa Information
Applications from international candidates requiring skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, applicants must verify their eligibility with the employer before applying. From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants applying for entry clearance into the UK must present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.
About the Role
We are seeking a motivated Senior Practitioner Psychologist to join our Intensive Community Rehabilitation Team (ICRT) in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team providing flexible, trauma-informed, and holistic support to people with complex psychosis. The post holder will help service users work towards their recovery goals in the community, making a real difference to people’s lives while developing their clinical and leadership skills.
Job Summary
Do you enjoy being part of a team? Are you looking for the opportunity to work creatively with service users? Would you like to join a service that encourages research and innovation? If so, we invite you to apply for this Senior Practitioner Psychologist post in our Intensive Community Rehabilitation Team (ICRT). The ICRT is a partnership between Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and Birmingham Mind, offering a supportive environment where you can contribute to rehabilitation services and Assertive Outreach Teams.
Key Responsibilities
The Intensive Community Rehabilitation Team uses a well-coordinated, team-based approach. The post holder will have opportunities to develop skills in specialist assessment, shared formulation, and application of evidence-based psychological interventions to help service users achieve their recovery goals. Experience of working in multidisciplinary teams and with clients from culturally and socially diverse communities who have a range of mental health needs is desirable, as is the motivation to support positive risk taking so that service users can lead as autonomous and valued a life as possible.
Professional Development
We support multidisciplinary team members to build their knowledge, skills, and confidence by delivering a programme of training, supervision, and reflective practice, to which the post holder would contribute. Our psychological service has a reputation for clinical excellence and innovation in rehabilitation, and we are actively involved in service development, evaluation, and research. We have access to a comprehensive CPD programme and external training, including leadership development, and provide strong professional supervision, offering a range of clinical models and accreditation opportunities.
About Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust
Welcome to Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. Our 4000 clinical and support staff help us to improve mental health wellbeing and meet the needs of the 70,000 people we serve each year. We provide a range of mental healthcare services across Birmingham and Solihull, as well as specialised services nationally. We also offer medical, nursing and psychology training and are proud of our international reputation for both research and innovation.
Our Community
Our population is culturally diverse, characterised in places by high levels of deprivation which create an increasing demand for our services and a necessity for us to make sure everyone can access the help they need. We are a team of compassionate, inclusive and committed people working together to provide excellent care to support our community. If you are looking for a place to belong, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives, join our team where our warm welcome is waiting for you.
Essential Qualifications
Applicants must hold HCPC/BPS accredited training in Clinical, Counselling or Forensic Psychology and be HCPC registered or eligible for this registration. These qualifications are fundamental to practicing as a psychologist in the UK healthcare system and ensure that you meet the professional standards required for this role.
Essential Experience
Candidates must have significant post qualification experience of specialist psychological assessment and treatment of clients across adult secondary or tertiary care settings. You should also have substantial experience working with a wide variety of client groups, reflecting the full spectrum of clinical complexity and severity. Additionally, experience of teaching and training others, plus significant post qualification time receiving clinical supervision to enable supervision of trainees and others is essential.
Desirable Qualifications
While not essential, additional pre or post qualification training in an accredited psychological therapy or other field of applied psychology would be advantageous. This could enhance your ability to provide comprehensive care to service users with diverse needs and strengthen your application for this position.
Desirable Experience
Experience of working therapeutically with service users presenting with complex mental health needs and risks is desirable, as is experience of working in a multicultural framework. These experiences would demonstrate your ability to work effectively with challenging cases and adapt to diverse cultural contexts, which is particularly valuable in our diverse community.
Essential Skills
Applicants must possess skills in the use of complex methods of psychological assessment, including psychometric testing, and in psychological formulation with individual clients and teams. You should also have skills in implementing specialist psychological therapies, interventions and management techniques appropriate for complex presenting problems, and in providing consultation and advice from a psychological perspective to members of other professional and non-professional groups.
Working Environment
The post holder will join a Principal Psychologist and Assistant Psychologist based in the team and be welcomed into a well-established and supportive group of psychological practitioners. The ICRT operates as a partnership between Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust and Birmingham Mind, creating a collaborative environment that values diverse perspectives and approaches to mental health care.
Salary and Benefits
The position is offered at Band 8a with a salary range of £55,690 to £62,682 per annum, pro rata for part-time working. This competitive salary reflects the senior nature of the role and the level of responsibility involved. The position is permanent, offering job security and the opportunity for long-term professional development within the organisation.
Working Pattern
This is a part-time position, offering flexibility for work-life balance. The specific working hours and pattern will be discussed with the successful candidate to ensure they align with both service needs and personal requirements. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements where possible.
Location
The post is based at the Little Bromwich Centre, located at 150 Hob Moor Road, Birmingham, B10 9JH. This location provides easy access to transport links and serves as a hub for our community mental health services. The centre is well-equipped with modern facilities to support the delivery of high-quality psychological care.
Certificate of Sponsorship
The employer offers a Certificate of Sponsorship for eligible international candidates. This sponsorship is essential for obtaining a skilled worker visa to work in the UK. Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Criminal Records Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. All applicants must be prepared to undergo this check as part of the recruitment process.
UK Professional Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see the NHS Careers website for overseas health professionals. This ensures that all practitioners meet the professional standards required to work within the NHS and deliver safe, effective care to service users.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please visit the NHS Jobs website and search for reference number 436-7591503. The closing date for applications is 17 December 2025. International applicants should ensure they verify their visa eligibility with the employer before applying and prepare all required documentation including proof of qualifications, professional registration, and any necessary criminal record certificates.
Application Checklist for International Candidates
Before submitting your application, please ensure you have: verified your eligibility for skilled worker sponsorship with the employer, obtained all required criminal record certificates from countries where you have resided for 12+ months in the past 10 years, confirmed your professional registration status with the relevant UK bodies, prepared proof of your English language proficiency, and contacted Dr Catherine Amphlett at catherine.amphlett@nhs.net or 07985882657 for any specific questions about the application process or sponsorship requirements.
Contact Information
For questions about the job, contact Dr Catherine Amphlett (Consultant Clinical Psychologist) via email at catherine.amphlett@nhs.net or phone at 07985882657. For more information about Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, please visit our website at https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our commitment to providing excellent mental health care to our diverse community.
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of their race, gender, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, or age. We value diversity in our workforce and believe that employing people from a variety of backgrounds enriches our organisation and improves the care we provide to our community.
Privacy Notice
Please note that Birmingham and Solihull Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust’s privacy policy can be viewed at https://www.bsmhft.nhs.uk/hidden/privacy-policy-and-cookies/. All personal information provided during the application process will be handled in accordance with data protection legislation and will only be used for recruitment purposes.
Supporting Documents
Please ensure you download and review the supporting documents for this position, which include the full job description (436-7591503-JD.pdf, 255 KB) and person specification (436-7591503-PS.pdf, 156 KB). These documents provide detailed information about the role requirements and selection criteria that will be used during the recruitment process.