Clinical Psychologist - Neurorehabilitation

<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Clinical Psychologist - Neurorehabilitation<br><strong>Banding:</strong> Band 8a<br><strong>Location:</strong> Wigan<br><strong>Working Hours:</strong> Part time <br></p> <p></p> <p>Pulse are recruiting for a Clinical Psychologist to join an award-winning rehabilitation network on a 12-month locum contract. This is a rare opportunity to work within a unique collaboration of seven partner organisations delivering specialist rehabilitation care to adults following traumatic injury or serious illness.</p> <p>You’ll be based across inpatient and community settings, providing neuropsychological input and psychological support to patients, families, and carers. The role combines a person-centred, humanistic approach with the scientific rigour of neuropsychology, offering a truly holistic model of care.</p> <p>This locum post is hosted by a leading NHS Trust in partnership with local authorities across Cheshire and Merseyside, offering a dynamic and supportive environment for professional development.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><br>In this role, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Deliver specialist psychological and neuropsychological assessments using a range of tools and methods.</li> <li>Formulate and implement tailored psychological interventions for individuals, families, and carers.</li> <li>Provide expert consultation and advice to MDT colleagues across the network.</li> <li>Support care planning through early psychological formulation and risk assessment.</li> <li>Supervise psychological staff and contribute to training and service development.</li> <li>Lead service improvement initiatives and contribute to research and governance.</li> </ul> <p>Your input will be central to shaping rehabilitation pathways and improving outcomes for individuals affected by complex physical trauma and neurological conditions.</p> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Working within this locum role offers a range of benefits, including:</p> <ul> <li>Access to a highly integrated MDT and specialist rehabilitation network</li> <li>Opportunities for clinical supervision, CPD, and research involvement</li> <li>Flexible working arrangements across inpatient and community settings</li> <li>Supportive leadership and a culture of innovation and collaboration</li> <li>Weekly payroll</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications and Experience</strong><br>We welcome applications from candidates who meet the following criteria:</p> <ul> <li>HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist (Clinical)</li> <li>Doctoral level training in Clinical Psychology</li> <li>Experience in neuropsychological assessment and rehabilitation settings</li> <li>Strong formulation and intervention skills across a range of psychological models</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within MDTs</li> </ul> <p>If you don’t meet every requirement but feel passionate about this role, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives.</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Apply directly through the Pulse website. Once we receive your application, a member of our recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the next steps.</p> <p><strong>Why Work with Pulse </strong></p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p>Pulse is a leading provider of healthcare staffing solutions. When you work with us, you benefit from:</p> <ul> <li>Dedicated support from experienced recruitment consultants</li> <li>Access to exclusive roles across the UK</li> <li>Streamlined compliance and onboarding</li> <li>Ongoing career advice and market insights</li> </ul> <p><strong></strong></p> <p><strong>Reasonable Adjustments</strong></p> <p>We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview stages, please let us know – we’re here to support you.</p> <p><strong></strong></p> <p></p> <p></p>