Principal Clinical​/Forensic Psychologist

Principal Clinical/Forensic Psychologist

The closing date is 22 December 2025

We are looking for a dynamic psychologist to help shape and implement innovation to our offer of support and ways of working with young people, their families and the professional networks around them.

Within Community CAMHS we have recognised that some of our current ways of working may not be what is needed for some of the young people and families most in need of care and support and we are committed to work towards change and improvement. If you are passionate about ensuring high quality care for young people and families who experience multi layers of disadvantage, this may be the job for you.

This is an exciting development and will offer a psychologist in this post opportunities for service development, leadership, and co‑production. At the core of this role is the ability to provide psychologically informed support for multiagency and multidisciplinary colleagues, alongside delivering highly specialist psychological assessment, formulation and intervention with young people and families. A keen interest in working in complex safeguarding and in a multiagency way is essential.

You will be supported by a large, compassionate, and professionally diverse team within Sheffield Children's NHS Foundation Trust.

Our service supports flexible working and people that want part time or additional hours may be considered.

• Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for children and young people referred to the service.
• Lead on psychological formulation and care planning within a multi‑agency context.
• Offer consultation, training, and support to non‑psychologist colleagues and carers.
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, audit, and applied research.
• Supervise and help develop more junior psychologists and trainees.
• Promote a culture of learning, reflective practice, and collaborative working.

At Sheffield Children's, our purpose is clear: to provide healthier futures for children and young people. Our three strategic aims are Outstanding Patient Care, Brilliant Place to Work, and Leaders in Children's Health.

We work with partners across local, regional, and national levels to deliver physical and mental healthcare in both acute and community settings. Many of our clinicians are nationally and internationally recognised for their expertise.

We're proud that 73% of colleagues would recommend Sheffield Children's as a place to work, placing us among the top five NHS trusts in England -- and the top-ranked trust in the North East and Yorkshire -- in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

Our nearly 4,000 colleagues bring our CARE values -- Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence -- to life every day, creating a kind, welcoming environment where patients and families feel safe and supported.

As we approach our 150th anniversary in 2026, we're excited to keep building our leadership in children's health, improve experiences for patients and staff, and focus on our communities and population health.

We also offer excellent benefits to support your wellbeing, with generous annual leave and pension schemes, health and wellbeing programmes, and exclusive discounts -- helping you thrive at work and beyond.

For more information on the main responsibilities for this post, please refer to the job description and person specification.

Please note that Sheffield Children's uplift pay to meet the Real Living Wage, which is £12.60 per hour.

At Sheffield Children’s, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity and supports everyone's success. We prioritise Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion in our recruitment practices, creating a welcoming space for people of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ members.

Recognising that inclusivity is an ongoing effort, we review our processes and welcome feedback to enhance our practices. A diverse team strengthens our organisation and the quality of care we deliver. For ideas on how we can improve, please contact our…