Clinical Psychologist
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Job Summary
This is not a Wiltshire Council vacancy therefore please contact Adoption West for further information.
Salary: 55967 - 59524 per annum (pro rata for part time)
Hours:Full time or Part time (flexible working considered)
Contract:1-year fixed term (with potential for extension)
Closing date: 10th December 2025
Interviews: 19th December 2025
Location:Working across six local authorities with hybrid working arrangements
An Exciting New Opportunity to Shape Therapeutic Practice in Adoption
We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a Clinical Psychologist to join our team in a newly developed role funded by Adoption England. This is part of a national initiative to enhance psychological support within adoption services funded for 12 months with a strong ambition to extend and embed the role as a permanent part of our service. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on childrens lives by embedding early and timely trauma-informed approaches and enhancing support for adoptive families.
Were looking for a passionate and experienced Clinical Psychologist who thrives on collaboration creativity and making a difference. Whether youre seeking full-time or part-time work we welcome your expertise in helping us build a more responsive and effective service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver specialist evidence-based interventions for children and adoptive parents both pre- and post-adoption order using innovative and engaging approaches.
- Facilitate joint consultations with Adoption West staff and other professionals to strengthen trauma-informed practice.
- Lead the progression of complex cases ensuring timely intervention resolution and appropriate closure or transfer.
- Interpret and integrate complex clinical information from multiple sources to develop clear effective treatment plans.
- Represent Adoption West professionally in multi-agency settings and with families.
- Support the integration of user participation outcome measures and evidence-based approaches aligned with service improvement goals.
- Contribute to the development of staff knowledge and skills across Adoption West.
- Design and facilitate parenting programmes training seminars and structured support groups.
- Provide specialist advice to help professionals better understand the diverse experiences of adopted children and young people.
What Were Looking For:
- HCPC registered Clinical Psychologist
- Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (or equivalent)
- Experience working with children and families affected by trauma
- Strong understanding of adoption and permanency issues
- Excellent communication consultation and collaborative working skills
- Commitment to innovation service development and positive outcomes
Why Join Us
This role offers a rare chance to shape therapeutic practice within a Regional Adoption Agency and contribute to meaningful change for children and families. Youll be part of a supportive forward-thinking team committed to continuous learning and improvement.
As well as being part of the Adoption West team appropriate clinical supervision will be provided.
Additional Information:
- This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and will require an Enhanced DBS check before appointment can be confirmed.
- Confidentiality: Employees are expected to maintain the required level of confidentiality at all times in relation to their work.
For an informal discussion about this role please contact:
Adoption West Behaviour Principles and Values:
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Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Presentation Skills
- Developmental Disabilities Experience
- Data Collection
- Intake Experience
- Primary Care Experience
- Autism Experience
- Research Experience
- Mental Health Counseling
- Psychotherapy
- PTSD Care
- Addiction Counseling
