Practitioner Psychologist - hybrid remote working

Practitioner Psychologist

Location:

HMP Addiewell, EH55 8QF

Contract Type:
Permanent

Salary:
Up to £46,935 per annum plus Sodexo benefits

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week
- FLEXIBLE WORKING ARRANGEMENTS CAN BE MADE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a qualified Practitioner Psychologist to join the team at HMP Addiewell, working within Sodexo in partnership with Psychological Services UK Ltd (PSUK).

Working alongside a Sodexo employed Forensic Psychologist in Training (FPiT), and supported by an on-site PSUK contracted Consultant Psychologist, you will be part of an organisation where continued professional development is genuinely valued. You will be encouraged and supported to further develop your autonomy as a qualified Practitioner Psychologist while broadening your expertise in the delivery of high-quality psychological services within a custodial setting.

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will contribute directly to rehabilitation outcomes through the delivery of evidence-based psychological interventions, risk assessments, and multidisciplinary collaboration.

• Treatment management of high-intensity Offending Behaviour Interventions
• Design and delivery of bespoke individual interventions for prisoners unsuitable for group programmes
• Undertake psychological risk assessments to identify prisoner risks and needs
• Present findings and recommendations at multidisciplinary case conferences, Risk Management Teams (RMTs), tribunals, and parole hearings
• Represent psychology professionally and contribute psychological expertise at multidisciplinary meetings
• Case management of individuals sentenced to an Order for Lifelong Restriction (OLR), including completion of annual Risk Management Plans
• Implement and manage systems for collating and interpreting psychological data in line with Data Protection legislation and Sodexo guidelines
• Support the design, delivery, and implementation of psychological research, projects, and training initiatives

Applicants must hold:

• A Degree in Psychology conferring Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) with the British Psychological Society
• A BPS accredited Master’s Degree in Forensic Psychology
• A postgraduate training qualification leading to Registered Practitioner Psychologist status with the Health and Care Professions Council

We are seeking candidates who are motivated to grow professionally and committed to developing autonomy as a Practitioner Psychologist. Successful applicants will demonstrate:

• Experience working within a forensic or closely related applied psychology setting
• Understanding of the demands and responsibilities of practice within a custodial environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
• Confidence applying psychological knowledge within applied settings
• A professional and ethical approach to practice
• Commitment to reflective practice and continuous professional development
• Enthusiasm for contributing to evidence-based rehabilitation work

Sodexo’s vision for HMP Addiewell is to create and maintain a safe, stable, and progressive environment with modern facilities dedicated to reducing re-offending and enabling individuals to fulfil their potential. Every aspect of the prison is designed to help prisoners make meaningful progress in their sentence and personal development goals within a culture focused on rehabilitation.

We also offer a range of perks, rewards and benefits for our colleagues and their families:

• Unlimited access to an online platform offering wellbeing support
• An extensive Employee Assistance Programme to help with everyday issues or life's larger problems, including legal and financial advice, support with work or personal issues impacting your wellbeing
• Access to a 24hr virtual GP Service
• Sodexo Discounts Scheme, offering great deals 24/7 across popular big-brand retailers
• Save for your future by becoming a member of the Pension Plan
• Opportunities to enable colleagues to grow and succeed throughout their career at Sodexo, including a variety of learning and development tools
• Bike to Work Scheme to help colleagues to do their bit for the environment whilst keeping fit
• Sodexo UK and Ireland's enhanced benefits and leave policies

PSUK is a long-established and highly respected provider of specialist psychological assessment, supervision, and intervention services. The organisation works collaboratively with several major UK justice organisations, including the Scottish Prison Service, His Majesty’s Prison and Probation Service, and Sodexo Justice Services.

To apply, please submit your application before the closing date.