About this role
Job summary
We haveanexciting opportunityforaPractitioner Psychologist to join a dynamic, forward-thinking, and values-driven organisation. This is your chance to help shape the future of service delivery, explore your specialist interests, and drive meaningful system change.
As part of our expandingNational Psychological Services Team,you'llhave the flexibility and support to develop and tailor our services to meet the evolving needs of the people we work with. Ifyou'relooking for a role where your voice matters and your work trulymakesa differencewedlove to hear from you.
Be part of something extraordinary.
Main duties of the job
You'llbe part of a local team driven by compassion, purpose, and a shared belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and build a life of meaningfor themselves and their families.
Ifyou'reready to make a real, lasting impactthis is where your work truly matters.
Step into a role whereyoullshape minds, guide teams, and drive change.
As aPsychologist,youllbe at the heart of our service-delivering direct support, leading supervision, and shaping training across teams.
Ifyoureready to bring compassion, clinical skill, and forward-thinking energy-wedlove to have you on board.
About us
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, weve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services and its all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job its a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
Job description Job responsibilities
Join a passionate frontline team working with peoplewhovefaced some of lifes toughest challenges, including problem substance use and traumaand help them rewrite their stories.
You'llbe part of a local team driven by compassion, purpose, and a shared belief that everyone deserves to feel safe and build a life of meaningfor themselves and their families.
Ifyou'reready to make a real, lasting impactthis is where your work truly matters.
Step into a role whereyoullshape minds, guide teams, and drive change.
As aPsychologist,youllbe at the heart of our service-delivering direct support, leading supervision, and shaping training across teams.
Ifyoureready to bring compassion, clinical skill, and forward-thinking energy-wedlove to have you on board.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Doctorate or equivalent as a Clinical, Counselling, Forensic or Health Psychologist accredited by the BPS or Post graduate qualification in CBT, Psychotherapy, psychodynamic therapy or systemic therapy Registration as a qualified Practitioner Psychologist by the HCPC or have registration with a Professional Standards Authority (PSA) accredited organisation e.g. accreditation with BACP /UKCP reg (or equivalent). Experience in delivering highly specialist psychological assessments. Experience of working therapeutically with people who use drugs and alcohol. Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. Experience of delivering workshops/training/group-work/reflective practice.
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.
Employer details Employer name Waythrough
Address Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council
Le Mans Crescent
Bolton
BL1 1SE
Employer's website https://www.waythrough.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)