Assistant Psychologist(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Application Deadline: 03 May 2026

This is a valuable opportunity for aspiring psychologists to gain hands-on clinical experience within a supportive community mental health setting. Three Assistant Psychologist positions are available within South Durham’s Adult Community Planned Care service.

Working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist, you will play an active role in delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological support to individuals living in the community.

About the Role

In this position, you will contribute to both direct and indirect psychological care. Your work will focus on supporting individuals experiencing mental health difficulties while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting in psychological assessments and contributing to case formulations
  Supporting the development of behaviour support plans
  Delivering low-intensity and non-pharmacological interventions
  Participating in group-based therapeutic activities
  Attending team meetings and contributing to care discussions
  Monitoring and evaluating intervention outcomes

This role is ideal for individuals seeking to build a strong foundation for future clinical psychology training.

Working Environment

You will be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement. The service is committed to delivering timely and high-quality care to individuals within community settings.

Staff wellbeing and professional growth are key priorities. You will benefit from:

• Structured clinical supervision
  Regular performance appraisals
  Access to training and development programmes
  Opportunities to contribute to service improvement initiatives

About the Organisation

The Trust provides mental health and learning disability services across multiple regions, focusing on recovery, prevention, and community engagement. Their approach is centred on listening to patients, promoting independence, and delivering care that is respectful and personalised.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• A degree in Psychology
  Eligibility for Graduate Membership with the British Psychological Society

Knowledge & Understanding

• Awareness of how psychological theory is applied in healthcare
  Understanding of mental health conditions and patient needs
  Knowledge of confidentiality and ethical practice in clinical settings

Experience

• Some exposure to mental health, psychological, or social care environments
  (this may include voluntary work, lived experience, or supporting others)
  Ability to engage with diverse populations, including individuals from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds
  Confidence in communicating sensitively with vulnerable individuals

Desirable

• Postgraduate study in psychology or related fields
  Experience in research methods or data analysis

Additional Information

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
Visa sponsorship may be considered only under specific conditions aligned with Home Office rules

Useful UK Government Resources

• Skilled Worker visa guidance
  Immigration rules for eligible occupations
  Right to work checks for employers
  Criminal record checks for overseas applicants
  Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) information

Location

Goodall Centre or Enterprise House
Bishop Auckland / Spennymoor
DL14 6QN