Clinical Associate in Psychology

• Deliver structured, evidence-based psychological interventions under supervision
• Undertake comprehensive psychological assessments, including risk assessments
• Work collaboratively with service users to develop formulations and care plans
• Contribute to a patient-centred, recovery-focused approach to mental healthcare
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team, liaising closely with other professionals
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in line with professional standards
• Participate in regular clinical supervision and reflective practice
• Support service development initiatives and contribute to improving care pathways

In this role, you will provide high-quality psychological care within a busy Community Mental Health Team, supporting adults experiencing a range of mental health difficulties. Working under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Psychologist, you will apply your training to deliver low- to moderate-intensity psychological interventions, ensuring all care is evidence-based and tailored to individual needs.

You will be responsible for carrying out structured clinical assessments, developing psychological formulations, and delivering interventions that promote recovery and improve wellbeing. You'll build strong therapeutic relationships with service users, enabling them to actively engage in their care and achieve meaningful outcomes.

As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will work closely with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and occupational therapists, contributing psychological insights to inform holistic care planning. You'll also play a role in managing clinical risk, ensuring safe and effective care delivery at all times.

You'll be expected to maintain high standards of record-keeping, adhere to professional and ethical guidelines, and actively engage in supervision and continuous professional development. This role offers excellent opportunities for growth and skill development within a supportive and forward-thinking service.

• Base: Glanville House, Bridgwater
• Working Pattern: Full time, with flexible working options available
• Essential Requirement: Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle, as travel within the community is required

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.

Essential: - Current membership of the British Psychological Society and individual accreditation as a CAP once national accreditation schemes are available; - A professional qualification as a Clinical Associate Psychologist in Applied Psychology accredited by the BPS.; - Successful completion of the end point assessment for a CAP Apprenticeship

Desirable: - Further training in a specific model of Psychological Intervention

Essential: - Experience of working as a trainee, apprentice or qualified Clinical Associate Psychologist within the specific clinical area of practice (e.g. Community Adult Mental Health services, inpatient urgent care).; - Experience of working effectively under supervision from a registered Practitioner Psychologist.

Desirable: - Experience of contributing to the delivery of specific psychological interventions/protocols; - Experience of providing supervision to health or social care staff.; - Experience of delivering training.; - Experience of developing therapeutic relationships with people who are hard-to-engage