Job Summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic psychology graduate to join our well established and respected neuropsychology outpatient department working in an acute regional neuroscience setting.
Main duties of the job
The main focus of the assistant psychologist role centers around the assessment of a broad range of individuals with neurological conditions to help inform diagnosis, treatment and care requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A second-class honours degree or higher in psychology or psychology as a main subject
- Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society
Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of neuropsychological tests and theory.
- A minimum of 12 months previous experience working with adults in a health care setting
Desirable
- Previous experience of working as an assistant psychologist in the NHS.
- Experience of administering Neuropsychological tests.
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- IT skills
- Interest in Neuropsychology
- Highly motivated and organised
- Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
Desirable
- Experience of research evaluation and audit. Using software for databases and data analysis.
Disclosure and Barring Service 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.
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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to 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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Closing Date: 19 January 2026
