Assistant Psychologist

Job summary The Welsh Centre for Cleft Lip and Palate Psychology Service provides psychosocial services for people of all ages (but especially birth to age 20) affected by cleft lip and palate. The post holder will support the Consultant Psychologist and psychology team members, as well as working with the wider multi-disciplinary team. The Cleft Lip and Palate service is based in Morriston, Swansea. Clinics are also held in Cardiff. The Assistant Psychologist will be required to work in both settings and be able to travel between Swansea and Cardiff in the course of the day. The post holder will also be able to visit patients in their home or school, as required. Main duties of the job The principal duties of the Assistant Psychologist will include collecting and inputting audit data from children, carers and adults, setting up and maintaining databases, analysing data and contributing to research, audit, training, consultation and dissemination of psychosocial information. In addition, under the supervision of the Consultant Clinical Psychologist and other members of the Cleft Psychology Service, the Assistant Psychologist will contribute to the provision of a clinical service for people with cleft lip and palate. This will include contributing to multi-disciplinary clinics as well as direct psychological interventions. Other work is likely to include developing care pathways, group work and other multi-disciplinary initiatives, and developing resources. About us We believe staff are our best asset and we want you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board. As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation. You might be a nurse or doctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - we have a job for you. There are also apprenticeships, work placements and volunteering roles available. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled. Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show that our commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do. If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery, with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further. Details Date posted 11 September 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £32,557 to £39,631 a year per annum pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Part-time Reference number 130-ACS154-0926 Job locations Morriston Hospital Heol Maes Eglwys Swansea SA6 6NL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities You will be able to find a full Job description and