Paediatric Pain Clinical Psychologist(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for two Clinical Psychologists to join a specialist paediatric pain service within a leading children’s hospital. The role focuses on supporting children, young people, and their families through an intensive interdisciplinary Pain Management Programme (PPMP).

Applications are welcomed from qualified psychologists as well as final-year Clinical Psychology trainees who are due to complete their training this academic year.

Flexible working options, including part-time arrangements, may be considered.

About the Service

The Paediatric Pain Management Service provides comprehensive care for acute, post-surgical, and long-term pain conditions across inpatient and outpatient settings.

The PPMP is a structured, interdisciplinary programme designed to help young patients and their families better understand and manage persistent pain. The service brings together professionals from multiple disciplines, including psychology, nursing, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will contribute to both clinical care and service development. Your work will include:

• Delivering specialist psychological assessments and developing complex formulations
  Providing evidence-based interventions tailored to children, adolescents, and families
  Working closely with multidisciplinary colleagues to ensure coordinated care
  Contributing psychological insights during team discussions and case planning
  Supporting outcome monitoring through patient- and parent-reported measures
  Participating in service evaluation, research, and quality improvement initiatives
  Contributing to academic outputs such as audits, reports, or publications

Working Environment

You will join a highly collaborative and supportive interdisciplinary team. The organisation values innovation, inclusivity, and continuous professional development.

There are strong opportunities to:

• Engage in clinical research
  Contribute to programme development
  Develop specialist interests within paediatric psychology

The workplace actively promotes equality, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring all staff feel respected and supported.

Essential Requirements

Qualifications

• A recognised degree in Psychology
  Doctoral-level training in Clinical Psychology (BPS-accredited or equivalent)
  Registration with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC)

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience working with diverse client groups across different levels of clinical complexity
  Experience contributing to multidisciplinary care
  Knowledge of child protection and relevant legislation affecting children and young people
  Experience delivering evidence-based psychological interventions

Skills & Abilities

• Advanced skills in psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention
  Strong communication skills, including the ability to convey sensitive information
  Ability to provide consultation and support to other professionals
  Capacity to manage emotionally challenging situations with professionalism
  Proven ability to work effectively within a team

Desirable Criteria

• Experience in paediatric pain or chronic health conditions
  Experience in family therapy or systemic approaches
  Teaching or training experience
  Competence in cognitive assessment tools

Additional Information

• Applicants must hold valid UK professional registration
  This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check
  Skilled Worker visa sponsorship may be available for eligible candidates
  Early application is recommended as the vacancy may close once sufficient applications are received

Useful UK Government Resources

• Skilled Worker visa guidance
  Check if your job qualifies for sponsorship
  Right to work in the UK
  DBS (criminal record check) guidance
  Safeguarding children and young people

Why Consider This Role

This position offers a meaningful opportunity to work at the intersection of psychology, physical health, and family care. You will play a direct role in improving the quality of life for children living with pain while contributing to a service that values innovation, collaboration, and evidence-based practice.