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Job summary
We are seeking a newly qualified Clinical or Counselling psychologist interested in joining a dedicated Adult Psychology team under preceptorship.
An opportunity has arisen to join the Adult Psychology Service within Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust. The job is based with Poole CMHT, Alderney Hospital, Ringwood Road, Poole. (We also invite applications from experienced Counselling or Clinical Psychologists who would be appointed at band 8a).
You will be skilled in assessment, formulation, and in the delivery of appropriate highly specialised psychological therapies, where highly complex facts must be considered, and where expert opinion may differ.
You may undertake clinically relevant research and audit evaluation, as well as supervise the research & development activities of Assistant Psychologists.
You will be responsible for developing highly specialised programmes of care under supervision.Judgements need to be made involving highly complex facts or situations, which require the analysis, interpretation and comparison of a range of options.
You will need to be able to share sensitive information with clients, their carers and other professionals, whose opinion may differ.
You will receive regular highly specialised supervision in common with good practice guidelines, plus additional supervision to oversee meeting the requirements of a preceptorship post and likely transition to a higher banding.
Main duties of the job
As a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist under preceptorship you will be directly delivering psychological services to adults with significant mental illness/disorder alongside a more experienced colleague. In addition, you will receive very regular supervision to develop a transition to a Band 8a role within a set time frame, if meeting the requirements of the role.
You will be skilled in assessment, formulation, and in the delivery of appropriate highly specialised psychological therapies, where highly complex facts must be considered, and where expert opinion may differ. You will provide highly specialised advice to clients, their families, and carers where appropriate, and to the wider multidisciplinary team.
The role is diverse and allows opportunities to develop your own individual therapy skills, work on service development, continue with your professional development, and work with a range of skilled professionals who are all passionate about working with adults.
The Adult Psychology Service is committed to supporting its staff's development by providing high quality training and supervision opportunities as well as regular opportunities for staff to connect, support and learn from each other.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to create healthier lives, empowered citizens and thriving communities.
Details
Date posted
03 November 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
Depending on experience p.a.
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
152-M397.26
Job locations
Alderney Hospital
Ringwood Road
Poole
BH12 4NB
United Kingdom
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