Macmillan Clinical Psychologist

Job Description

The Macmillan Clinical Psychologist will provide specialist psychological assessment and intervention for people affected by cancer, including patients, carers and families. The role involves working within multidisciplinary oncology and palliative-care teams, offering individual and group support, contributing to formulation and risk assessment, and advising colleagues on psychological care. Applicants would normally need a recognised qualification in Clinical Psychology, registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, relevant experience in healthcare psychology, and knowledge of the psychological impact of cancer. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication, clinical judgement, compassion, reflective practice, safeguarding awareness and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to service development and audit.

Company Info

Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust provides acute hospital and specialist healthcare services to people across Norfolk and surrounding areas. Its main hospital in Norwich is a major teaching hospital and regional centre for cancer, cardiovascular, maternity, children’s, neurosciences and other specialist services. The Trust works closely with the University of East Anglia and other local health and social-care organisations, supporting education, research and service improvement. As an NHS employer, it offers structured pay scales, NHS pension access, annual leave, professional development and staff wellbeing programmes. In a Macmillan-supported post, the successful psychologist would work alongside oncology professionals and contribute to improving the experience and outcomes of people living with cancer.

Destination Guide

The United Kingdom offers broad opportunities in healthcare, technology, finance, education, engineering and public services, with particularly strong demand for qualified NHS professionals. Its culture is diverse and generally values privacy, punctuality, fairness and a healthy work-life balance. Cities provide extensive cultural and social activities, while rural areas offer quieter living and easy access to countryside and coast. Living costs vary considerably; London and the southeast are usually most expensive, while Norwich and much of East Anglia can be more manageable. Most overseas healthcare professionals need a sponsored work visa, commonly the Health and Care Worker visa, plus professional registration and evidence of qualifications. Applicants should check HCPC requirements, English-language rules, NHS sponsorship and dependent-visa arrangements before relocating. The UK has reliable public transport, though owning a car may be useful outside major cities.