Band 8 Clinical Psychologist - Reparative Care Team in Guernsey

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Band 8 Clinical Psychologist – Reparative Care Team

Service: Reparative Care Team
Location: Guernsey
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full Time
Salary: £70,723 – £84,752 per annum (Band 8)

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Band 8 Clinical Psychologist to join the Reparative Care Team in Guernsey. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity to deliver specialist psychological care to children and young people who are looked after, adopted, or living in foster or residential settings, as well as providing support to their carers and families.

You will work within an innovative, trauma-informed service that prioritises attachment-focused, evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary collaboration. This role offers a rare opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact within a forward-thinking service, while enjoying an exceptional quality of life on the island of Guernsey.

Perks and benefits

• Permanent, full-time role offering long-term stability and career progression

• Attractive Band 8 salary of up to £84,752 per annum

• Regular clinical supervision and strong professional support

• Ongoing CPD opportunities, ensuring continued development and specialism

• Collaborative, reflective team culture where professional expertise is valued

• Island living benefits, including an outstanding work–life balance and stunning surroundings

What you will do

• Deliver specialist psychological assessments and formulations for children and young people with complex developmental trauma and attachment needs.

• Use a range of assessment methods, including psychometric testing, structured interviews, and observational approaches.

• Design and deliver evidence-based psychological interventions, informed by trauma-informed, attachment-based, and neurodevelopmental frameworks.

• Provide consultation, advice, and reflective support to social workers, carers, and therapeutic practitioners.

• Contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, professional decision-making, and service development.

• Undertake risk assessments and manage risk effectively in complex and sensitive cases.

• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, in line with professional, ethical, and organisational requirements.

Why Guernsey

Guernsey offers a truly unique lifestyle, combining stunning coastal landscapes, a strong sense of community, and a slower pace of life without compromising professional excellence. With excellent public services, low commuting times, and rich cultural heritage, Guernsey is an exceptional place to both live and work. This role offers the chance to develop your career while enjoying all the benefits of island living.

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