Senior Psychologist

Job summary UNLOCK YOUR BEST WORK LIFE + MAKE A DIFFERENCE TO EVERY LIFE We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and skilled Band 8A Senior Psychologist to join ourwell-established, dynamic and diverse multi-disciplinary Integrated Mental Health Team, which forms part of the wider Health Care Team at HMP Leeds. HMP Leeds is a busy local Category B prison which holds male prisoners who are both sentenced and remanded. This role gives you the autonomy to grow your skills in a trauma-informed, recovery-focused service. You will work in challenging secure setting with a diverse mix of patients and complex clinical needs. Hours Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 16:00, or 09:00 - 17:00. This is a full time role working 37.5 hours a week. Salary You'll receive an annual salary of £58,025 - £63,300 per annum - depending on experience. How will we support you? Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course Competency framework Regional and national career development opportunities Our bespoke Learning Management System to address your learning needs Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. Main duties of the job As a SeniorPsychologist,your responsibilities will vary. You will: Offer leadership, consultancy, assessment and interventions, working under the guidance and support of the overseeing Cluster Psychologist. Support the Cluster Lead Psychologist in training initiatives, developing clinical materials, group intervention packages, and in service evaluation and general service development. Be skilled in applying diverse psychological theories and modalities, in order to provide trauma informed one-to-one intervention, formulation and/or consultation for complex cases. Oversee and clinically supervise two Assistant Psychologists in their delivery of low-medium intensity work (both group and individual approaches). Work across with patients located on the main site of the prison and those who are located in the Complex Care Unit. Complete clinical assessments and interventions with patients, as well as consultation and support for the staff in the Complex Care Unit. It doesnt stop there we also offer: Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it About us Practice Plus Groups purpose is to Unlock your best work life and we stand by our core values: we treat patients and each other as we would like to be treated we act with integrity we embrace diversity we strive to do things better together We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Requirements Qualified clinical, counselling or forensic psychologist and registered with the HCPC as a practitioner psychologist; Postgraduate qualification/training in at least one specific mode of psychological therapy relevant to people with severe and long standing mental health difficulties eg: CBT, Systemic /family therapy, Mindfulness based therapies, CAT, DBT, Mentalisation, Schema Therapy. Experience in complex, high risk or forensic environments. Experience in working collaboratively and ability to contribute to ongoing development, adaptation, and delivery of psychologically and trauma informed practice. Working knowledge of clinical governance, including relevant approaches and tools. Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you're looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you. Details Date posted 10 September 2026 Pay scheme Other Salary Depending on experience £58,025 - £63,300 per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 14573-5 Job locations 2 Gloucester Terrace Stanningley Rd Leeds West Yorkshire LS12 2TJ United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities The Senior Psychologist will work within a prison, where the need for specialised psychological support is paramount. This role focuses on embedding a trauma-informed and multidisciplinary approach to care, aimed at minimizing further re-traumatization for people in prison while also addressing the impact and secondary trauma of staff to reduce burnout. As a clinical leader, the Senior Psychologist will develop and implement evidence-based interventions that foster resilience and recovery among men in prison, while simultaneously providing support and training to staff to enhance their understanding of trauma and its effects. By working closely with multidisciplinary teams, the Senior Psychologist will ensure the delivery of high-quality mental healt