Band 8A - Forensic Psychologist - Wellingborough
Pulse HealthcareWellingborough, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom · Posted Jun 30, 2025Description
Job Title: Forensic Psychologist
Band: 8A
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire
Working Hours: 2-3 days per week
Rate: Competitive, to be discussed upon application
We are seeking a dedicated Band 8A Forensic Psychologist to work part-time for our NHS client based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. This locum opportunity is available for an immediate start.
What will your responsibilities be?
This role involves working within a prison and forensic setting, delivering psychological assessments, interventions, and support to individuals within the criminal justice system. You will be responsible for contributing to risk assessments, treatment planning, and supporting the wider multidisciplinary team in managing complex cases. The postholder will also participate in case formulation meetings and ensure documentation is maintained in accordance with professional and NHS standards.
Qualifications and Experience:
• HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (essential)
• Experience in forensic and/or prison settings
• Strong clinical formulation and communication skills
• A commitment to delivering evidence-based, person-centred care
How to apply
If you believe your experience aligns with this role, please apply today. Our specialist team will be in touch to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
If you are already registered with Pulse and refer a friend to us, you could earn £300 per recommendation once they have completed over 200 hours of work*.
Why work with Pulse?
From the moment you register with us, our focus is entirely on you. During our initial conversation, you’ll quickly see that we understand your specialty inside and out.
Our expert recruitment consultants are committed to finding you the best opportunities and supporting you every step of the way to secure the ideal placement.
Thanks to our preferred or sole supplier status with many clients, you’ll gain access to exclusive roles not available elsewhere.
We always prioritise your best interests, engaging in meaningful conversations and truly listening to your needs. You are a professional—never just a resource.
Reasonable Adjustments
If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process or in the workplace, please let us know at the earliest opportunity. We will ensure appropriate support is provided throughout the process and into your placement.
We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.
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