Psychologist

We are recruiting a Psychologist (12-Month Maternity Cover) to join our team.

Join our dedicated multidisciplinary team at Sturdee Community Hospital in Leicester.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and compassionate Psychologist to join us on a 12-month maternity cover contract. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a specialist mental health service, supporting women on their recovery journey.

At Sturdee Community Hospital, we are committed to providing holistic, personalised care for women aged 18–65 with complex mental health needs. Our service comprises 31 beds across two locked rehabilitation wards and nine semi-independent flats, offering a supportive, structured environment where every individual is empowered.

Main job function:

Assess and evaluate individuals problems through the use of case history, interview and observation and provide individual or group counselling services to assist individuals in achieving more effective personal, social, educational and vocational development and adjustment.

Experience and knowledge of Psychologist:

• Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary team and in a community setting.
• Knowledge of mental health legislation.
• Knowledge and unders...