Assistant Psychologist NHS Role with Sponsorship in Norfolk | Start Sooner, Apply Now

Location
Norfolk, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
27,485 to 30,162 per year

About Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust are proud of the care they deliver and the people behind it. Rooted in community values, they support people through every stage of mental health and wellbeing. Their West Norfolk Older Adults CMHT and MATS team at Chatterton House is a place where psychological insight meets human-centred care. With a strong link to the University of East Anglia and a well-recognised psychological therapies service, they create space for growth, compassion, and purpose.

Job details

Benefits

• Skilled Worker Sponsorship Available for eligible applicants ready to relocate or remain in the UK
• Supportive work environment where clinical supervision and reflective practice are built into your week
• Career growth potential with real exposure to doctoral-level psychology and academic partnerships
• Professional development through involvement in research, service evaluation, and teaching
• Collaborative team culture with regular access to psychological professionals and a wider MDT

Requirements

• A 2:1 degree or higher in Psychology that meets BPS criteria for graduate membership
• Some experience working within a mental health setting, whether clinical or community
• Great with words and people, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A knack for organising, prioritising, and staying calm under pressure
• Comfort with tech and data, especially SPSS and Microsoft Office tools
• A deep interest in older adult mental health, even better if backed by relevant experience

Salary Details

This is a Band 4 role offering a salary between £27,485 and £30,162 per year, based on experience.

About the Role

This is a rare opening for a full-time Assistant Psychologist to join a vibrant, supportive multi-disciplinary team in West Norfolk. It’s an 18-month fixed-term contract, with the potential to make a real difference.

You’ll be delivering short-term, focused psychological interventions and co-facilitating therapeutic groups. Working closely with clinical psychologists and mental health professionals, your input will shape care plans and support service users through their recovery. The team’s ethos centres on collaboration and compassion.

With a strong connection to the University of East Anglia, there are excellent chances to contribute to research, reflective learning, and service improvement. You’ll be part of a psychologically-minded environment where ideas matter and development is encouraged.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver short-term psychological interventions that help people live fuller lives
• Co-facilitate therapy groups that support older adults with mental health difficulties
• Work alongside qualified psychologists and the wider MDT to shape care planning
• Assist with service audits, outcome evaluations, and quality improvement work
• Support team training, research, and reflective practice to enhance clinical thinking
• Keep detailed, accurate records that ensure safety, transparency, and continuity

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A Disclosure and Barring Service check is required.

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

They’re committed to equal opportunity and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Chatterton House, West Norfolk, United Kingdom
• Contact: Recruitment Team

Reference Number
326-6433657-LD-A

How To Apply
Ready to apply what you’ve learned and build something meaningful? Apply now before 11 June 2025. Interviews are likely to happen shortly after.