Job summary We are looking for a confident Assistant Psychologist with a passion for delivering outstanding care. Youll be working full time, 40 hours a week, making a positive difference to the lives of the people in our care at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital. Main duties of the job At Cygnet, we support our people to grow their careers, gain new skills and keep stepping up. Apply now to enjoy excellent career prospects while reaping the rewards of making a difference to others every day. About us Cygnet Health Care was established in 1988. Since then we have developed a wide range of services for individuals with mental health needs, autism and learning disabilities within the UK. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes for the people in our care. Our expert and highly dedicated care team of 10 000 employees empower 2864 individuals across 150 services to consistently make a positive difference to their lives, through service-user focused care and rehabilitation. Details Date posted 22 May 2025 Pay scheme Other Salary £27,825 to £27,825 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number VP0DA474A7 Job locations Coventry CV2 4BF Job description Job responsibilities Assistant Psychologist Adult Mental Health. Employer: Cygnet Healthcare Location: Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital, Coventry, CV2 4BF Salary: £27,825 per annum Hours: Full time (40 hrs a week, Monday to Friday) Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We have an excellent opportunity at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital , Coventry for an experienced and motivated Assistant Psychologist. Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital Coventry Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is a 39-bed hospital comprising of three wards that provide acute, PICU and rehabilitation services for men in the West Midlands. Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital Coventry has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Were focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Job Role We are seeking academically strong candidates to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Head of Psychology with: Psychological assessment including psychometric administration Risk assessment and management Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological care and treatment Working with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment and care Planning, delivering and evaluating individual/group programmes Administration, audit, research and service development Candidate Profile You will be a strong team player, confident, motivated and well organised. You will have a good understanding of the role of therapeutic boundaries, clinical risk and the importance of evidence-based interventions. Patience and commitment are essential, but above all youll be someone with a genuine desire to help others. We are looking for someone with a good degree in Psychology, further postgraduate training in relevant area of applied psychology and mental health is desirable. Previous experience of working within mental health services and settings is essential, and previous experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist and delivering 1:1 therapeutic work and/or group therapy sessions is desirable. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Clinical supervision will be provided as an important part of personal and professional development. We also offer an excellent Assistant Psychologist Development Programme to support our Assistant Psychologists continuing professional development. Why Cygnet? Well offer you Free parking Free meals for staff on duty Group pension plan NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts) Strong career progression opportunities Clinical supervision and peer support Plus much more This vacancy may close prior to this date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Closing date : June 8th 2025 Interview dates: TBA Job description Job responsibilities Assistant Psychologist Adult Mental Health. Employer: Cygnet Healthcare Location: Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital, Coventry, CV2 4BF Salary: £27,825 per annum Hours: Full time (40 hrs a week, Monday to Friday) Cygnet has been providing a national network of high-quality specialist mental health services for more than 30 years. We have built a reputation for delivering pioneering services and outstanding outcomes. Our expert care enables thousands of individuals to consistently make a positive difference to their lives. We have an excellent opportunity at Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital , Coventry for an experienced and motivated Assistant Psychologist. Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital Coventry Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital is a 39-bed hospital comprising of three wards that provide acute, PICU and rehabilitation services for men in the West Midlands. Cygnet Joyce Parker Hospital Coventry has a full multi-disciplinary team (MDT) and supports the acute needs of adults requiring rapid access to mental health services, including those who may need an intensive care environment. Were focused on length of stay and making sure individuals move as quickly and safely as possible from our services to the most appropriate and least restrictive environment for them. Job Role We are seeking academically strong candidates to support and enhance the psychological care of patients at the service by assisting the Head of Psychology with: Psychological assessment including psychometric administration Risk assessment and management Clinical formulation and implementing care plans for psychological care and treatment Working with colleagues to provide integrated, whole person treatment and care Planning, delivering and evaluating individual/group programmes Administration, audit, research and service development Candidate Profile You will be a strong team player, confident, motivated and well organised. You will have a good understanding of the role of therapeutic boundaries, clinical risk and the importance of evidence-based interventions. Patience and commitment are essential, but above all youll be someone with a genuine desire to help others. We are looking for someone with a good degree in Psychology, further postgraduate training in relevant area of applied psychology and mental health is desirable. Previous experience of working within mental health services and settings is essential, and previous experience of working as an Assistant Psychologist and delivering 1:1 therapeutic work and/or group therapy sessions is desirable. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks. Clinical supervision will be provided as an important part of personal and professional development. We also offer an excellent Assistant Psychologist Development Programme to support our Assistant Psychologists continuing professional development. Why Cygnet? Well offer you Free parking Free meals for staff on duty Group pension plan NHS Discount Cards & Blue Light Card (includes big brand discounts) Strong career progression opportunities Clinical supervision and peer support Plus much more This vacancy may close prior to this date if a sufficient number of applications are received. Closing date : June 8th 2025 Interview dates: TBA Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above Person Specification General Requirements Essential Please refer to job description above Desirable Please refer to job description above 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 Cygnet Health Care Address Coventry CV2 4BF Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Cygnet Health Care Address Coventry CV2 4BF Employer's website https://www.cygnethealth.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab). Location : CV2 4BF Coventry, United Kingdom