Clinical Psychologist

South West Yorkshire Partnership NHS Trust

The closing date is 14 January 2026

We are seeking a Clinical Psychologist to join our compassionate, forward‑thinking multidisciplinary team within the Adult ADHD and Autism Service.

Based in Wakefield, our service operates across Wakefield, Kirklees, Barnsley, Bradford and Calderdale with a blend of clinic‑based and remote working. Our clinicians provide diagnostic assessments, post‑diagnostic support and medication management within a supportive MDT of psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, occupational therapists and specialist physician assistants.

We’re proud that our team consistently exceeds NHS Staff Survey benchmarks for wellbeing, team relationships and feeling valued fessional development is actively supported, with opportunities for CPD, research and service innovation for those keen to help shape the evidence base in adult neurodevelopmental care.

As a Clinical Psychologist with us, you will contribute to a specialist area of practice and grow professionally in a supportive, forward‑thinking environment. We seek a dedicated professional passionate about mental health and eager to be part of an innovative approach in mental health care. Your role will make a real difference in the lives of those with Autism and ADHD, in a team that values your expertise and commitment to excellence.

If you’re ready for a new challenge within a progressive and supportive Adult ADHD and Autism Pathway, we would be delighted to welcome you to our team.

• Expert Psychological Care:
  Conducting specialist assessments and interventions to address complex mental‑health issues.
• Consultation and Guidance:
  Offering advice on psychological care to colleagues and non‑professional carers, working autonomously within professional guidelines and trust policies.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
  
  Overseeing the work of Psychology Assistants, Trainees, aiding their professional development.
• Research and Development:
  Utilizing research skills for audits, policy development, service development and research activities.
• Clinical Duties:
  Performing in‑depth psychological assessments, formulating and implementing treatment plans, managing risks, and maintaining a client caseload.
• Teaching and Supervision:
  Engaging in continuous professional development, providing supervision to junior staff and trainees.
• Research Contributions:
  Applying doctoral‑level research skills for service audits, evaluations, and supporting evidence‑based practices.

For more information or an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rebecca Crisp, Operations Manager, on

We are a specialist NHS Foundation Trust that provides community, mental health and learning disability services for the people of Barnsley, Calderdale, Kirklees and Wakefield. We also provide low and medium secure services and are the lead for the West Yorkshire secure provider collaborative.

Our mission is to help people reach their potential and live well in their communities; we do this by providing high‑quality care in the right place at the right time. We employ staff in both clinical and non‑clinical services who work hard to make a difference to the lives of service users, families and carers.

We encourage and welcome applications from all protected characteristic groups; we value diversity and want our workforce to be reflective of our communities.

Being a foundation Trust means we are accountable to our members, who can have a say in how we run. Around 14,300 local people (including staff) are members of our Trust.

Join us and you will be one of over 4,500 staff committed to supporting and improving the mental, physical and social needs of the thousands of people we meet and help each year.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all colleagues and volunteers to share this commitment.

We do reserve the right to close the vacancy before the advertised closing date if necessary, so please apply as soon as possible.

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