Band 7 Clinical Psychologist - Learning Disabilities Team in Reading, Berkshire

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Job Title: Band 7 Clinical Psychologist
Specialism: Learning Disabilities
Location: Reading, UK
Salary: £32.00 per hour
Salary Type: Hourly
Contract Type: Locum, Ongoing (12-month maternity cover)
Working Pattern: Full Time / Part Time

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Band 7 Clinical Psychologist to join the Learning Disabilities Team in Reading. This ongoing locum opportunity offers excellent flexibility with both full-time and part-time options, making it ideal for professionals looking to balance meaningful work with lifestyle needs. You’ll play a vital role in delivering high-quality psychological care while enjoying the autonomy and variety that locum work provides.

As a locum Clinical Psychologist, you’ll benefit from flexible working arrangements, exposure to diverse clinical experiences, and the chance to broaden your professional skillset within supportive multidisciplinary services.

Perks and benefits:

• Full Time / Part Time: Choose the working pattern that suits you best, with flexibility to adjust hours week by week.

• Flexible Start and Finish Times: Start as early as 8am or finish as late as 6pm, perfect for managing other commitments.

• Work-Life Balance: Greater control over your schedule by selecting assignments that fit around your personal life.

• Professional Development: Gain valuable experience across varied clinical settings, supporting continuous professional growth.

• Competitive Pay: Earn £32.00 per hour, reflecting your skills, experience, and clinical expertise.

What you will do:

• Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic interventions for individuals with learning disabilities.

• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to develop tailored, person-centred support plans.

• Offer guidance, consultation, and psychological support to families and carers.

• Deliver training and workshops to staff and partner organisations to enhance service delivery.

• Contribute to service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.

This role is ideal for candidates with NHS experience and a background in learning disabilities services, and will cover a 12-month maternity leave, offering a rewarding opportunity to step into a well-established team.

Reading is a vibrant and well-connected town, offering excellent transport links, cultural diversity, and a wide range of leisure activities. With riverside walks, green spaces, and easy access to London and the countryside, Reading provides a fantastic setting for both work and lifestyle.

Working with Sanctuary Personnel:
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Apply now to earn £32.00 per hour as a Band 7 Clinical Psychologist in Reading and make a real difference within Learning Disabilities services.

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