About this role
Job summary
We are excited to offer this unique opportunity to work across community stroke and neurorehabilitation team (CSNRT) and outpatient traumatic brain injury (TBI). This a band 7/ 8a post and we would welcome applications from clinical psychologists with an interest in neuropsychology.
The role is made up of two parts 0.65 WTE Salford Community Neurorehabilitation Service and 0.35 WTE Salford Outpatient Traumatic Brain Injury Service.
We would recruit at band 8a only if the candidate has completed and passed one academic year of the PGDip in Clinical Neuropsychology. If joining as a band 7, we would support the applicant to apply for NHSE funding to apply for the 1st year of the PGDip in Neuropsychology and we would support with study time during teaching blocks. Please note that whilst NHSE funding has been available in recent years, this is not guaranteed.
This is a varied and interesting role for a diverse population, and within a supportive MDT and neuropsychology service. You will need to work autonomously and organise your workload, take initiative and cope with competing demands. You will be well-supported to do this by Clinical Neuropsychologists within the Trust and senior practitioners in the team.
Supervision for these posts would be by experienced Clinical Neuropsychologists and would be a perfect opportunity for someone who is interested in expanding their knowledge and experience of working in neuropsychology, with a broad range of conditions.
Main duties of the job
You will join one of the largest Neuropsychology teams in the country. We are a group of highly committed and supportive clinicians who work across inpatient, outpatient and community settings. You will benefit from the supervision structure and peer support of the whole department and the additional CPD opportunities afforded here.
Salford CSNRT
To provide neuropsychologically-informed assessments, formulations, and interventions for people referred to Salford CSNRT for MDT input. This includes individuals with a wide range of neurological conditions, including stroke and acquired brain injury.
To support the CSNRT MDT in working with these client groups and provide training within the MDT.
To monitor outcomes with clients.
To support research, audit and service evaluations within Salford CSNRT.
We are looking for a proactive and creative individual who has a keen interest in clinical work and in developing evidence based, inclusive clinical neuropsychology services within an MDT.
Outpatient TBI at Salford Royal
The post includes outpatient clinics and associated non-clinical/ administrative time. The outpatient clinics are attached to the Traumatic Brain Injury service, which is a part of the wider Major Trauma Psychology team. Appointments for this clinic will predominantly be with patients who have suffered a TBI but also include patients from all outpatient neuropsychology services.
About us
The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people living across Greater Manchester. Our 20,000 colleagues care for people in hospital and in the community, working across Bury, Rochdale, Oldham and Salford, to save and improve lives.
As a large NHS trust we are committed to enhancing the health of our local population by delivering consistently high standards of care and working closely with local authorities and key partners. We believe in our power and potential tomake a differenceand we're always looking for people who demonstrate our three core values -care,appreciateandinspire- to join our team.
For the latest information around our values and behaviours, please visit our careers website https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
Job description Job responsibilities
To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. You can also read more information about working at the Northern Care Alliance within the attached Candidate Information Pack or by visiting our careers website: https://careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/
We welcome informal discussions about the role should you wish to learn more about this fantastic opportunity. Please contact Dr Selina Makin, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, at [email protected] Dr Benjamin Dawson, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist, at [email protected] should you wish to discuss this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
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Desirable
Academic qualification such as Diploma or MSc in Research Methodology, Clinical Neuropsychology or PhD At least half (one year) of a PgDip in Clinical Neuropsychology to have been completed to be considered for band 8a post. This is not necessary for recruitment at band 7
Professional Registration Essential
Eligibility for membership pf the British Psychological Society and Division of Clinical Psychology HCPC registration
Knowledge, Training & Experience Essential
Previous experience of working with clients with neurological conditions Prior experience of MDT working
Desirable
Previous experience of working with clients presenting with challenging behaviours and/or mental capacity issues Prior experience of working in a community setting Experience of systemic working, such as with family members, care homes and social services Experience of working with people who have had TBI
Skills & Abilities Essential
Competence in the selection, administration and interpretation of cognitive assessments
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.
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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 Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust
Address Salford Community Stroke and Neurorehabilitation Team
St James' House, Pendleton Way
Salford
M6 5FW
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)