About this role
Job summary
Kneesworth House
Full-time and part-time hours available
Up to £61,492 FTE
HCPC registered
This role offers flexibility and can be part-time or full-time. Preferred working arrangements can be discussed at interview, although they will need to align with the needs of the service.
Main duties of the job
In this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.
Lead psychological care for designated wards/patients, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation. Work autonomously within professional and service guidelines. Supervise and support psychology staff, trainees, and students. Provide consultation, reflective practice, and staff training. Contribute to multidisciplinary reviews, risk assessments, and patient care planning. Maintain accurate clinical records and manage administrative responsibilities. Support service development, audits, research, and evidence-based practice. Oversee referrals, waiting lists, KPIs, and governance of psychological practice. Build effective relationships with patients, carers, staff, and external agencies. Maintain CPD, supervision, and compliance with Health & Safety and Mental Health Act requirements.
About us
Located in Royston, Hertfordshire, within a purpose-built facility and spacious grounds, Priory Hospital Kneesworth House is a level 2 rehabilitation service, which provides a range of specialist recovery pathways, all at one site.
Job description Job responsibilities
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All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Person Specification
Requirements Essential
Hold professional registration with HCPC Experience of working with enduring mental health.
Desirable
Experience of working in a forensic setting and/or with a forensic adult population who present with offending risk.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Priory Healthcare
Address Old North Road
Royston
Hertfordshire
SG8 5JP
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://jobs.priorygroup.com/why-join-us/ (Opens in a new tab)