Principal Psychologist - Adult Inpatient
Pulse HealthcareBirmingham, United Kingdom · Posted 9 months agoDescription
Job Title: Band 8b Clinical Psychologist – Low Secure Male Mental Health
Banding: Band 8b
Location: Birmingham – easily accessible from central Birmingham and surrounding areas
Working Hours: Minimum 3 days per week, full-time available
Salary: Competitive, in line with NHS rates
Are you a Band 8b Clinical Psychologist with experience in secure settings? We’re recruiting for a temporary role supporting adult men with complex mental health conditions at a specialist site in Birmingham. This is a brilliant opportunity to work flexibly (minimum 3 days per week) in a low secure ward, delivering impactful psychological care in a well-supported environment. The role offers competitive rates and the chance to contribute meaningfully to a service focused on recovery and rehabilitation.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will:
- Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for men with complex mental health needs.
- Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to support care planning, formulation, and risk management.
- Deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based therapies tailored to individual needs.
- Offer consultation and supervision to colleagues where appropriate.
- Contribute to service development and clinical governance initiatives.
Benefits
- Competitive pay aligned with NHS Band 8b rates
- Flexible working – minimum 3 days per week
- Opportunity to work in a specialist low secure setting
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Professional development and CPD opportunities
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from Clinical Psychologists who:
- Are HCPC registered
- Have experience working in secure or forensic settings, ideally with male patients
- Are confident in delivering psychological interventions in complex environments
- Can work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
If you don’t meet every requirement but feel this role aligns with your experience and interests, we still encourage you to apply!
How to Apply
Apply directly through the Pulse website. Once we receive your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.
Why Work with Pulse?
Pulse offers personalised support throughout your placement, competitive rates, and access to exclusive roles across the UK. We’re committed to helping you find the right fit and thrive in your career.
Reasonable Adjustments
We’re committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know.
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