Principal Clinical Psychologist
At a glance
- Band
- Band 8
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Part-time
- Hours / week
- 36
Sponsorship verdict
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Role summary
This role involves providing specialist psychological assessment, formulation, and evidence-based treatment to adults with complex psychological difficulties and severe mental health problems in a community setting. You will work closely with multidisciplinary colleagues and provide consultation, supervision, and training to the wider system. The position is part-time and permanent, with clinical supervision provided by an experienced Clinical Psychologist.
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 8 at £53,755 – £60,504 a year, across England.
This advert: £65,125 – £70,303 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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Job reference:
258819
Salary:
Band 8A (£65,125 - £70,303)
Job closing date:
20/09/2026
Job Type:
Other Therapeutic
Location:
North West Kilmarnock Area Centre
Employment type:
Permanent
Hours Per Week:
36
Job posted date:
04/09/2026
Employer (NHS Board):
NHS Ayrshire & Arran
Department:
Psychological Services
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Job Advert
NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Who we are:
NHS Ayrshire and Arran are one of 14 territorial NHS Boards within NHS Scotland.
In support of our core purpose of Working together to achieve the healthiest life possible for everyone in Ayrshire and Arran, we are committed to a culture that is Caring, Safe, and Respectful. You will be required to work collaboratively in a safe, caring and respectful way.
To find out more about NHS Ayrshire and Arran please visit our website - NHS Ayrshire & Arran - Home (nhsaaa.net)
Position:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Psychologist within our Adult Mental Health Psychology Service. We are keen
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