Job summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and well-motivated Assistant Clinical Psychologist to work within the Neurological Rehabilitation Service in East & North Hertfordshire. The post holder will work within the Community Neurorehabilitation Team. The community team is a multi-disciplinary team, comprised of Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, Speech & Language Therapists, Nurses, Rehabilitation Assistants and Clinical Psychologists. The post holder will work with patients with a range of neurological presentations, such as stroke, multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's Disease from acute hospital and community settings and provide goal-focused rehabilitation. The team forms part of a wider neurological rehabilitation pathway that run through the Neurological Service in Hertfordshire, which includes a team of Clinical Psychologists, providing opportunities for continued professional development.

*Proposed Interview date: 2nd December 2026*

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will support the Clinical Psychologist within the service with assessment and intervention work. They will be involved with audit, service-evaluation and research as opportunities arise. The post is 0.5 WTE (18.75 hours per week over 3 working days), for a fixed term contract of twelve months. The post-holder will be based at Danesbury Rehabilitation Hospital, Welwyn and will be expected to travel across the East and North of Hertfordshire.The post holder will be professionally supervised by a Clinical Psychologist.

About us

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A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical

To undertake appropriate psychological work under the supervision of a qualified clinical psychologist, this may include any of the following:

1. To undertake protocol based psychological assessments of patients mood and cognition applying psychological measures, including psychometric assessments, self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect observations and semi-structured interviews with patients, family members and others involved in the patients care.

2. To assist in the formulation and delivery of intervention plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a patients problems, under the supervision of a Clinical Psychologist.

3. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all patients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

4. To assist in the co-ordination and running of intervention groups, if appropriate.

5. To prepare test materials and visual/communication aids as required.

6. To perform other duties, appropriate to their grade, that may be required from time to time by the supervising Clinical Psychologist.

7. To work flexibly but in a responsive manner to patient needs as agreed with the supervising Clinical Psychologist and in discussion with the relevant Manager.

Team Work

1. To develop and maintain good working relationships with other staff within the service with the primary purpose of sharing relevant information, facilitating patient care planning and promoting optimal service delivery.

2. To attend and contribute to appropriate team and multidiscipline meetings.

3. To be an integrated member of the multi-disciplinary team.

4. To contribute to a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of patients of the service across all settings and agencies serving the patient group.

Supervision

1. In common with all Assistant Psychologists, to receive regular clinical supervision, in accordance with professional practice guidelines.

2. To have regular meetings with the supervising Clinical Psychologist in relation to day-to-day management.

3. To gain wider experience of professional psychology within the NHS over and above that provided within the principle service areas where the post holder is employed.

4. To develop the skills and competencies that assist in the delivery of current duties.

5. To attend induction in HCT so as to become familiar with the policies, guidelines and culture of the organisation.

6. To contribute to the development and maintenance of professional standards through active participation in internal and external CPD training and development programmes in consultation with the supervising Clinical Psychologist.

Communication skills

1. To be able to communicate with a range of people on a range of matters in a form that is appropriate to them and the situation. This will include communication with individuals with cognitive and communication impairments and will involve communication with people about difficult and sensitive matters.

2. To be able to communicate effectively using a range of skills to manage barriers to effective communication and adhere to information requirements relating to current legislation, policies and procedures.

3. To communicate in a highly skilled and sensitive manner, information concerning the assessment, formulation and treatment plans of patients under their care and to monitor progress and evaluate outcomes of psychological interventions during the course of both uni- and multi-disciplinary care.

4. To convey complex, sensitive and potentially contentious information and concepts using language that is meaningful to the recipient i.e. non-technical, culturally appropriate, jargon free, clear and concise.

5. To motivate / negotiate with patients to change their lifestyle / behaviour by the application of psychological knowledge about behaviour change and motivation using clinical skills in engagement and motivation.

6. To develop and maintain good working relationships with other staff in the stroke wards, Hertfordshire Neurological Services, Hertfordshire Health and Community Services, relevant charities (such as Age UK) and acute stroke services with the purpose of facilitating patient care planning and dissemination of relevant information and to promote service delivery and planning with colleagues.

Research and service evaluation

1. To utilise theory and evidence-based literature and scientific research to support evidence-based practice in clinical work, group and family work and work with other team members.

2. Where appropriate, to undertake research and provide research advice to other staff undertaking research and audit-based activity, with reference to local and national research priorities.

3. Where appropriate, disseminate research / service evaluation findings in high quality academic and professional journals.

4. To undertake project management, including complex audit and service evaluation, with colleagues within the service to help develop service provision.

5. To use skills in the application of statistical knowledge, research design and analysis.

Person Specification

Education attainment and professional background

Essential

• Upper second class honours degree in psychology
• Entitlement to graduate membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Previous experience working as an assistant psychologist.
• Paid or voluntary experience of working with people with neurological conditions, other disabilities or mental health problems.
• Knowledge and understanding of the needs and difficulties of people with mental health problems or other disabilities.
• Ability to communicate sensitive information effectively orally and in writing with patients, families, and other professional staff.

Desirable

• Further postgraduate training in relevant areas of professional psychology, mental health practice and/or research design and analysis

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Job summary

Part time fixed term maternity cover opportunity in PALMS!

We are seeking to appoint a Positive Behaviour Analyst who is a motivated and forward thinking clinician committed to supporting children and young people (CYP) and their families across Hertfordshire and the full PALMS' team. You will have experience of assessments and a range of evidence based interventions to support the needs of CYP accessing this mental health service.

PALMS works across Hertfordshire providing a specialist multi-disciplinary approach. PALMS is one of the Children and Young People's Mental Health Services (CYPMHS) which offers individually tailored support for CYP, aged 0-18 who have an intellectual disability and/or are autistic, helping families to manage behaviours of concern, toileting, feeding and sleeping concerns which have not benefitted from community interventions and/or to support mental health needs which cannot be met with reasonable adjustment by other CYPMH services. Interventions include intervention workshops, intervention groups, individual therapy, parent as therapist sessions, and a family clinic. PALMS aims to keep CYP with their families thereby improving outcomes for all family members. PALMS predominantly applies narrative, systemic, positive behaviour, and bio-psycho social models adhering to the STOMP / STAMP and Transforming Care Agendas.

*Proposed interview date: 16th November 2026*

Main duties of the job

The ideal candidate will be:o Dedicated to supporting CYP with an intellectual disability and/or are autistic and their families.o Passionate about and have a desire to contribute to change in a vibrant NHS teamo Collaborative in their approach to work with families, networks, and other serviceso Able to work both in a team environment and autonomouslyo Able to maintain a high degree of professionalism when working in settings where there is a highly emotive atmosphere.o Flexible in their approach and have resilience under pressureo Working towards or already have professional registration for their speciality

About us

The PALMS team is well regarded, friendly, cohesive and proactive with excellent outcomes. We value feedback and empower all team members to contribute to the continuous development of the service and their own professional development and welcome innovation and change.

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering, and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision

We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible - Apply now

You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you.

You can apply to Access to Work to get money for communication support at a job interview - please use this link for more information: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-communication-support-at-a-job-interview-if-you-have-a-disability-or-health-condition-access-to-workYou need to apply before the interview takes place.

Details

Date posted

30 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

9 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

812-26-AD-PALMS-PBAMat-B6

Job locations

Sandridge Gate

St Albans

AL4 9XR

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

This is a part time, fixed term position of 0.5WTE for 9 months.

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

We can offer you: Regular clinical and professional supervision Regular appraisal, personal development planning and opportunities for continuing professional development. This includes specific support with regards to fulfilling the PALMS role. Opportunities to work closely and meet regularly with a multi-disciplinary team and learn from other evidence based frameworks and approaches. Opportunities to provide clinical supervision and line management to other members of the PALMS team as appropriate.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car insured to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Applicants to be aware that PALMS work within the ULEZ zone and any charges due to non-compliant vehicles cannot be reimbursed by the Trust.

Interviews will be run either in person at one of our bases or using Microsoft Teams, full details and instructions will be provided to successful candidates.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post throughrobust and thorough interview and assessment.

Job description Job responsibilities This is a part time, fixed term position of 0.5WTE for 9 months. We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance. We can offer you: Regular clinical and professional supervision Regular appraisal, personal development planning and opportunities for continuing professional development. This includes specific support with regards to fulfilling the PALMS role. Opportunities to work closely and meet regularly with a multi-disciplinary team and learn from other evidence based frameworks and approaches. Opportunities to provide clinical supervision and line management to other members of the PALMS team as appropriate. A full valid driving licence and access to a car insured to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Applicants to be aware that PALMS work within the ULEZ zone and any charges due to non-compliant vehicles cannot be reimbursed by the Trust. Interviews will be run either in person at one of our bases or using Microsoft Teams, full details and instructions will be provided to successful candidates. HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so. The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post throughrobust and thorough interview and assessment.

Person Specification

Other Criteria

Essential

• Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire
• The right to live and work in the UK.
• For this role staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

Qualifications

Essential

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Relevant postgraduate qualification or working towards qualification in ABA/PBS, or equivalent.
• Certified as a UKBA(cert), UKiBA, or working towards certification with the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis (UKSBA)

Experience

Essential

• Give examples of supporting individuals who are Autistic and/or those with learning disabilities
• Give examples of applying ABA and PBS approaches
• Show where you have experience of assessing and supporting behaviours of concern, toileting, sleeping, and feeding using behaviour analysis and Positive Behaviour Support
• Give examples where you have supported children who are pre-verbal and/or experience significant communication difficulties.
• Evidence multidisciplinary working

Desirable

• Experience within Child Learning Disability and/or CAMHS services
• Experience of supervision and line management
• Experience of delivering intervention groups and/or training
• Experience of audit, service evaluation or research. Personal Attributes

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Give examples where excellent written and verbal skills have been used
• Showcase and knowledge of behavioural assessment and intervention
• Demonstrate your understanding of neurodiversity and learning disability
• Have you dealt with safeguarding and risk assessment? Demonstrate your understanding of these
• Give examples of your strong organisational and IT skills

Person Specification Other Criteria Essential Willingness to travel across Hertfordshire The right to live and work in the UK. For this role staff are required to hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use with business insurance (unless the member of staff has a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010). Qualifications Essential Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Relevant postgraduate qualification or working towards qualification in ABA/PBS, or equivalent. Certified as a UKBA(cert), UKiBA, or working towards certification with the UK Society for Behaviour Analysis (UKSBA) Experience Essential Give examples of supporting individuals who are Autistic and/or those with learning disabilities Give examples of applying ABA and PBS approaches Show where you have experience of assessing and supporting behaviours of concern, toileting, sleeping, and feeding using behaviour analysis and Positive Behaviour Support Give examples where you have supported children who are pre-verbal and/or experience significant communication difficulties. Evidence multidisciplinary working Desirable Experience within Child Learning Disability and/or CAMHS services Experience of supervision and line management Experience of delivering intervention groups and/or training Experience of audit, service evaluation or research. Personal Attributes Knowledge & Skills Essential Give examples where excellent written and verbal skills have been used Showcase and knowledge of behavioural assessment and intervention Demonstrate your understanding of neurodiversity and learning disability Have you dealt with safeguarding and risk assessment? Demonstrate your understanding of these Give examples of your strong organisational and IT skills

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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).

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Sandridge Gate

St Albans

AL4 9XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hct.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust

Address

Sandridge Gate

St Albans

AL4 9XR

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hct.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Job summary

An opportunity has arisen for a staff nurse to join the Royston Integrated Community Team on a fixed term basis. The team provides care to patients within Royston and surrounding areas. The service covers the hours of 08:00 - 22:00 7 days a week.

If you are a student nurse, we would welcome your application, working in an acute Trust is not compulsory before gaining your first position in the community as we provide full training and support.

We also welcome applications from acute nurses who are looking for a community based role.

*Proposed interview date: 11th November 2026*

Main duties of the job

The post offers varied and interesting community experience in a well supported environment and is an ideal opportunity for a nurse interested in working in the community. Applicants will need to demonstrate the ability to assess, plan, provide and evaluate evidence-based nursing care for a wide range of conditions. The team covers a 7 days a week service and therefore a flexible approach to working is required.The successful candidate will be committed to team work, have good communication and decision making and planning skills. In return, we offer an extensive training and education programme as well a range of personal and professional development opportunities.

A full valid driving licence and access to a car to use for business purposes is essential (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010).

In return, we can offer you:

• Ongoing supervision and support to aid progression
• 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service) plus bank holidays (pro rata where applicable)
• One of the UK's best pension schemes
• NHS Car Lease Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Employee Assistance Programme
• NHS Discounts

About us

A big thank you for considering joining us at Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust. You'll find it a great place to work with many benefits offered to you as a member of our staff

We put our patients, their families and carers at the centre of our vision - Outstanding Services and Healthier Communities

Our staff are proud to be Caring, Pioneering and Inclusive in their work to help achieve the Trust vision We welcome diversity in our workforce and are interested in applicants from all backgrounds and ages

We don't want you to miss out so we'd like you to know that if we have a high level of interest in this role, the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date, so please make your application as soon as possible

HCT are proud to offer all newly qualified practitioners and international recruited staff a Preceptorship programme that supports their transition to autonomous, confident and competent practitioner. The annual programme will cover topics such as Patient safety, communications skills, safeguarding, quality improvement, leadership, and management. As a Preceptee you will have regular meetings with your preceptor and AHP Preceptorship lead.

- Apply now

You've made a great decision to apply to join to HCT - we're looking forward to taking the next steps of the journey with you

Job description

Job responsibilities

Providing a high standard of patient care using evidence based framework. The post holder is a member of the Integrated Community Nursing Team and may take responsibility in the absence of the Community Nursing Sister for the team and caseload.

The post holder is responsible for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised nursing care to patients living in the community. The service is provided 7 days per

Please be aware that if you are applying from overseas, we expect overseas candidates to have FULL registration with the NMC (including an OSCE pass), if you do not have full NMC registration, unfortunately your application will not be successful. Whilst we can sponsor fully registered candidates who live outside the UK, we are unable to pay relocation costs.

Whilst it is not a legal requirement, Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust encourages and supports all staff to be vaccinated as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19

We are committed to supporting flexible working options for staff, wherever possible, and welcome discussions on flexible working patterns to support our staff to maintain a healthy work life balance.

Word versions of documents are available if needed to allow for any adaptations to be made i.e. font, colour, background, convert to Read Aloud.

The use of AI is monitored and if you have used it then you are required to declare this, as well as what type of AI tools you have used and for what purpose. We reserve the right to further test your individual knowledge and skills in relation to the requirements for the post through robust and thorough interview and assessment.

HCT will prioritise recruitment of workers living in England under the new immigration rules for care workers effective from 9 April 2025. Employers must first prove that they have attempted to recruit a worker from within England who needs new sponsorship. This ensures that those who came to the UK to pursue a career in adult social care can do so.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• RGN

Desirable

• Evidence of professional development

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

• Understanding of current health legislation
• Understanding of HCT organisation

Desirable

• Caseload management
• Experience working with other agencies

Skills/Abilities

Essential

• Verbal and written communication skills
• Good record keeper
• Good interpersonal skills
• Clinical audit skills
• Supervisory skills
• IT Skills

Other

Essential

• Willingness to uphold the Trust's values
• Eligible to live and work in the UK
• Hold a full, valid, UK driving licence and have access to a car to use for business purposes (unless you have a disability as defined by the Equality Act 2010)

Additional information

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).