Clinical Psychologist / Psychotherapist / Counsellor
Job summary
The Psychological Therapies Service is a dynamic, hospital-based service delivering high-quality psychological support to both inpatients and outpatients across a wide range of medical specialties. We work at the intersection of physical and psychological health, supporting patients at some of the most complex and meaningful points in their care.
Our team is vibrant, supportive and proudly multidisciplinary, bringing together psychotherapists, counsellors, clinical psychologists, arts psychotherapists and dedicated administrators. Collaboration, curiosity and compassion underpin everything we do. We place a strong emphasis on staff well-being and professional growth, offering high-quality individual and group supervision alongside opportunities for learning and development.
We are seeking experienced, enthusiastic and highly motivated clinicians who thrive in complex environments and are ready to meet the emotional and psychological challenges of hospital-based work. You will be resilient, adaptable and able to work confidently on your own initiative, while also valuing connection, teamwork and reflective practice.
A genuine interest in the relationship between physical health and psychological well-being is essential, as is a commitment to delivering thoughtful, patient-centred care.
If you are passionate about integrated healthcare and want to be part of a service that values its people as much as its patients, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
To provide an inpatient service to adult patients in Broomfield general hospital, (excluding burns).
To provide an outpatient service to patients from the following areas, Oncology and palliative care, MS, renal, stroke & plastics.
To provide consultation on psychological issues to the wider multidisciplinary team.
To provide training to staff on relevant psychological and mental health issues with support.
To help provide a coherent approach Broomfield staff support.
About us
Our ambition is to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and well being of our patients, and provide a vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
We aim to make the most of our skills and experiences so we can become the best we can be. As one organisation we will recruit the finest and retain more specialist staff due to more employment opportunities across our Trust.
Details
Date posted
20 April 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata for Part Time)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time
Reference number
390-B&P-BR-2997
Job locations
Broomfieled
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
** Please note we plan to hold an initial group interview on May 19th. This will be an opportunity for candidates to visit the hospital, find out about this varied role , and meet members of our team. This will then be followed by a second round individual interview. **
Job description
Job responsibilities
For more information on this varied and rewarding role, please see the attached Job Description.We look forward to your application!Please be aware that we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a high number of applications be received.
** Please note we plan to hold an initial group interview on May 19th. This will be an opportunity for candidates to visit the hospital, find out about this varied role , and meet members of our team. This will then be followed by a second round individual interview. **
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- relevant professional accreditation
- degree level (1) or above (2) professional qualification as listed on Job specification
Desirable
- additional post qualification model , eg Act, Mindfulness, CBT, EMDR
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience working with patients psychologically in a hospital setting
- Demonstrate relevance of experience and skills to job role on application form
Desirable
- experience facilitating and working with patients in a group setting
- NHS experience
Experience
Essential
- Ability to present written material concisely and professionally
- Experience of offering teaching and / or reflective practice to professionals
- Demonstrated interest in the link between physical and psychological health
Desirable
- evidence of research and audit activity
- experience working psychologically with systems, i.e. families, staff teams
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- relevant professional accreditation
- degree level (1) or above (2) professional qualification as listed on Job specification
Desirable
- additional post qualification model , eg Act, Mindfulness, CBT, EMDR
Experience
Essential
- Clinical experience working with patients psychologically in a hospital setting
- Demonstrate relevance of experience and skills to job role on application form
Desirable
- experience facilitating and working with patients in a group setting
- NHS experience
Experience
Essential
- Ability to present written material concisely and professionally
- Experience of offering teaching and / or reflective practice to professionals
- Demonstrated interest in the link between physical and psychological health
Desirable
- evidence of research and audit activity
- experience working psychologically with systems, i.e. families, staff teams
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfieled
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Broomfieled
Court Road
Chelmsford
CM1 7ET
Employer's website
https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)