Assistant Psychologist

Job Description

About the Role:

This is an excellent opportunity for a psychology graduate to gain hands-on experience working with children and young people experiencing anxiety, depression, and related mental health difficulties. Based at the ADY Research Clinic in Reading, you will be part of a joint initiative between Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Oxford, contributing to both clinical service and research.

This role is ideally suited for individuals aspiring to a career in clinical psychology or clinical research.

Please note that this post is not eligible for visa sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, as per the relevant SOC code. For more details, refer to the UK Visas and Immigration website.

Key Responsibilities:

Work directly with children and young people as part of a clinical team.

Support recruitment and data collection for ongoing research studies.

Assist with assessments, interventions, and follow-up appointments.

Work under supervision in line with clinical governance and research protocols.

Maintain accurate and confidential records.

Essential Requirements:

A BSc in Psychology or a closely related discipline (eligible for Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership with the BPS).

Knowledge of child and adolescent mental health issues.

Experience working with children, young people, or families in a research or clinical setting.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Ability to manage sensitive information and handle emotional situations professionally.

Safeguarding Responsibilities:

This role involves regulated activity and requires an Enhanced DBS check with a Child Barred List check. The University of Reading is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and all staff must:

Complete safeguarding training.

Adhere to the University’s Safeguarding Children & Adults at Risk Policy.

Report any safeguarding concerns using the appropriate procedures.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

For more information on safeguarding and DBS checks, please refer to the University’s policies and procedures, including the recruitment of ex-offenders.

Salary and Terms:

Salary: University of Reading Grade 5

Contract: Fixed-term for 12 months, with a 6-month probationary period

Contact Information:

For further details or informal enquiries, please contact:

Dr Ray Percy, Clinic Director – andyadmin@reading.ac.uk

Jenny Abram, Acting Clinical Lead – andyadmin@reading.ac.uk

Working at the University of Reading:

The University is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We proudly support the Athena SWAN Charter, Race Equality Charter, and are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will consider flexible working arrangements, including job-sharing and part-time options, where business needs allow.