Assistant Psychologist, Child Mental Health Liverpool With Scholarship – Apply Now

Liverpool Merseyside United Kingdom
Full Time
£26530 – £29114 Year

About Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Picture yourself shaping futures at one of the UK’s leading children’s hospitals Alder Hey isn’t just a workplace – it’s where passion meets purpose Their CAMHS Crisis Care team changes lives daily supporting kids and families through tough times If you’re itching to kickstart your career in child mental health with a crew that’s got your back this is your spot

Job details

Benefits

• Sponsorship available – perfect for global talent eyeing UK job opportunities
• Supportive work environment – regular clinical supervision and mentorship to grow your skills
• Immediate start options – jump into impactful work with quick onboarding
• Career development – training in psychometric tools and research projects
• Flexible shift patterns – days nights weekends to suit your rhythm

Requirements

• Upper second class psychology degree or postgrad qualification (lower seconds considered)
• Experience supporting mental health – paid or voluntary roles count
• Killer communication skills – you’ll explain complex stuff with heart
• Graduate BPS membership – your ticket to the psychology world
• Resilience in high-pressure situations – CAMHS isn’t for the faint-hearted

Salary Details

Earn £26530 to £29114 annually with yearly pay reviews – your growth matters here

About the Role

Ready to be the calm in someone’s storm You’ll join a 24/7 CAMHS Crisis team assessing kids and teens using psychometric tests observations and interviews Think co-designing care plans running therapeutic groups and collaborating with schools GPs and social workers It’s fast-paced but oh-so-rewarding – every day you’ll see how your work changes trajectories

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments under expert supervision
• Co-create care plans that put families back in control
• Help run therapy groups that actually make teens smile
• Keep razor-sharp records on their electronic system
• Team up with pros across health and education sectors

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role needs a DBS check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications needing Skilled Worker Sponsorship are welcomed Check UK Visas and Immigration for details

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re all about diversity – your uniqueness makes their team stronger

Employer Details

• Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
• Eaton Road Liverpool L12 2AP
• Contact HR at alderhey.recruitment@nhs.net

Reference Number AHC/AP/2024
How To Apply
Deadline’s 08 May 2025 – don’t snooze on this Upload your CV via their careers portal now Got a question Their recruitment team’s just an email away Let’s get you changing young lives by summer