Clinical Psychologist - Neurorehabilitation

<p></p> <p><strong>Job Title</strong><br>Locum Clinical Psychologist (Brain Injury Rehabilitation)</p> <p><strong>Banding</strong><br>Suitable for Band 7 / 8a / 8b – depending on experience</p> <p><strong>Location</strong><br>Nottingham</p> <p><strong>Working Hours</strong><br>Flexible shifts to be discussed; full-time or part-time locum hours available</p> <p><strong>Salary</strong><br>Competitive, DOE – suitable for any banding</p> <h3>Role Overview</h3> <p>Are you a compassionate, skilled Clinical Psychologist with neuro-rehabilitation expertise? This locum opportunity offers the chance to join a multidisciplinary, specialist team supporting adults with acquired brain injuries, progressive neurological conditions, and complex cognitive or physical needs. Based in Hucknall, Nottingham, the service provides flexible, person-centred care across three inter-connected units with capacity up to 59 beds, therapy facilities including gym, sensory room, adapted hydrotherapy, and links to specialist services like spasticity/BoTox clinics. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes, delivering assessments, therapy, and support planning in a highly regarded neuro-rehabilitation setting.</p> <h3>Responsibilities</h3> <p>You will:</p> <ul> <li>Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments, contributing to individualised rehabilitation plans</li> <li>Deliver evidence-based interventions (e.g., CBT, neuropsychological rehabilitation) to support cognitive, emotional, and behavioural recovery</li> <li>Collaborate with MDT colleagues—OT, physio, nursing, speech language therapy—to deliver holistic care</li> <li>Provide staff training, reflective practice sessions, and supervision to psychology assistants</li> <li>Support discharge planning and liaise with external partners (e.g., NHS trusts, community services)</li> <li>Participate in outcome measurement, service audits, and evidence-based practice initiatives</li> </ul> <h3>Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Competitive, DOE locum pay suitable for any banding</li> <li>Flexible working hours to suit your availability</li> <li>On-site specialist facilities: gymnasium, sensory room, hydrotherapy pool, training kitchen</li> <li>Opportunities to work across three units catering to high-dependency, neuro-rehab, and low-dependency patients</li> <li>MDT environment with clinical supervision and professional development</li> <li>Established quality service (rated ‘Good’ by the CQC)</li> <li>Easy access to public transport and free car parking on-site</li> </ul> <h3>Qualifications Experience</h3> <p><strong>Essential</strong></p> <ul> <li>HCPC-registered Clinical Psychologist</li> <li>Experience working within adult neuropsychology or brain injury rehab settings</li> <li>Skilled in psychological assessment, formulation, and intervention</li> <li>Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in an MDT</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable</strong></p> <ul> <li>NHS experience in neurorehab</li> <li>Prior experience with hydrotherapy, BoTox clinics, or complex dependency rehabilitation</li> <li>Interest in service development, audit, or staff training</li> </ul> <p><strong>Don’t meet every bullet?</strong><br>We care about your potential. If you’re enthusiastic and have transferable skills, we want to hear from you!</p> <h3>How to Apply</h3> <p>Apply now directly via the Pulse website. Our specialist recruitment team will review your application and contact you for a follow-up call to discuss next steps.</p> <h3>Why Work with Pulse</h3> <ul> <li>Dedicated support from a trusted health and social care recruitment partner</li> <li>Access to exclusive locum roles across private, NHS community services</li> <li>Responsive service, ongoing support, and competitive rates tailored to your experience</li> <li>We prioritise flexible and meaningful placements to suit your career goals</li> </ul> <h3>Reasonable Adjustments</h3> <p>Pulse is committed to equality, inclusivity, and supporting candida ... (truncated, view full listing at source)