Principal Psychologist

Job summary

Kneesworth House Full-time and part-time hours available

Up to 61,492 FTEHCPC registered

This role offers flexibility and can be part-time or full-time. Preferred working arrangements can be discussed at interview, although they will need to align with the needs of the service. Main duties of the jobIn this role, you will play a key part in patient recovery, supporting the assessment and delivery of tailored treatment plans while ensuring dignity, respect, and high standards of care.

Lead psychological care for designated wards/patients, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation. Work autonomously within professional and service guidelines. Supervise and support psychology staff, trainees, and students. Provide consultation, reflective practice, and staff training. Contribute to multidisciplinary reviews, risk assessments, and patient care planning. Maintain accurate clinical records and manage administrative responsibilities. Support service development, audits, research, and evidence-based practice. Oversee referrals, waiting lists, KPIs, and governance of psychological practice.

Build effective relationships with patients, carers, staff, and external agencies. Maintain CPD, supervision, and compliance with Health & Safety and Mental Health Act requirements.

About us Located in Royston, Hertfordshire, within a purpose-built facility and spacious grounds, Priory Hospital Kneesworth House is a level 2 rehabilitation service, which provides a range of specialist recovery pathways, all at one site. Details Date posted
26 June 2026

Pay scheme

Other Salary
61,492 a year

Up to 61,492 FTE

Contract Permanent Working  pattern

Part-time

Reference number
514241

Job locations

Old North Road Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5JP
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Job responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check.
Job description
Job responsibilities

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.

For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.

All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. Person Specification

Requirements

Essential Hold professional registration with HCPC

Experience of working with enduring mental health.

Desirable Experience of working in a forensic setting and/or with a forensic adult population who present with offending risk.
Person Specification

Requirements

Essential Hold professional registration with HCPC

Experience of working with enduring mental health.

Desirable Experience of working in a forensic setting and/or with a forensic adult population who present with offending risk.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal  Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal  Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer details

Employer name Priory Healthcare Address Old  North Road Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5JP
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Employer details

Employer name Priory Healthcare Address Old  North Road Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5JP
United Kingdom Employer's website