Assistant Psychologist Role with Sponsorship in Staffordshire | Start Your Impactful Career Now

Location
Staffordshire, Telford, United Kingdom

Type
Full Time

Salary (£)
26,530 to 29,114 per year

About Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is a warm, values‑driven NHS employer delivering compassionate and person‑centred care across the Midlands. They’re known for their collaborative spirit and their commitment to supporting neurodiverse individuals with dignity and evidence‑based support. Their Adult Autism Assessment Service is a small, dynamic team built on trust, professionalism, and teamwork. With a Consultant Clinical Psychologist at the helm and a multidisciplinary blend of Speech and Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists, they’re reshaping autism diagnostics in meaningful ways.

Job details

Benefits

• Visa sponsorship available for eligible Skilled Worker applicants
• Supportive work environment with an experienced and passionate multidisciplinary team
• Career growth potential through service development, clinical supervision, and hands‑on diagnostic experience
• Mentorship by clinical psychologists for real‑world learning and development
• Involvement in research and audits that improve service delivery and impact

Requirements

• Honours degree in Psychology (First or Upper Second) or Lower Second with postgrad Psychology qualification
• Eligible for British Psychological Society graduate membership
• Experience supporting neurodiverse people in paid, voluntary, or personal settings
• Positive attitude towards learning and contributing to multi‑disciplinary service development
• Strong interpersonal and observation skills to work directly with adults and families
• Comfort with evidence‑based methods and IT tools for data and research

Salary Details

This role offers a competitive NHS Band 4 salary between 26,530 and 29,114 per year, aligned with national pay scales and progression pathways.

About the Role

This Assistant Psychologist position is your chance to be part of something bigger. Working within a tight-knit Adult Autism Assessment Team, you’ll help deliver specialist diagnostic assessments that directly change lives. With supervision from a qualified Clinical Psychologist, you’ll conduct structured interviews, administer neuropsychological assessments, and gather insights that inform client care. It’s more than clinical work—it’s about listening, understanding, and advocating for neurodiverse adults across Telford and surrounding areas. The team culture is warm, professional, and impact‑driven.

This is a fixed term role, ideal for someone looking to make a real difference while building hands‑on experience within a supportive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in structured autism diagnostic assessments that shape long‑term care plans
• Contribute to multi‑disciplinary team meetings that guide clinical decision making
• Support audit and service development projects to improve future care delivery
• Conduct evidence‑based assessments using clinical tools and interviews
• Collect and analyse data that informs research and real‑time service improvements
• Help design and implement positive change within the service alongside experienced clinicians

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This role requires a Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. This ensures a safe and trusted service environment.

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 proud to be an inclusive employer that actively encourages applicants from all backgrounds. Neurodiverse individuals and those with lived experience are especially welcomed.

Employer Details

• Company Name: Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
• Address: Shropshire Telford and Wrekin, United Kingdom
• Contact: Visit the NHS Jobs website for more details

Reference Number
301-LBG-24-6319386

How To Apply
This opportunity closes on 29 May 2025, so don’t wait. If this sounds like the kind of team you’d thrive in, Apply Now and step into work that truly matters.