Assistant Psychologist – Learning Disability

Role summary

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The Assistant Psychologist will support psychological assessment, formulation, interventions and outcome monitoring for people with learning disabilities, working under the supervision of a qualified psychologist. Requirements typically include an honours degree in psychology that meets Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership of the British Psychological Society, relevant experience in mental health, learning disability or community services, strong communication and record-keeping skills, and an understanding of confidentiality, safeguarding and equality. Candidates are expected to work compassionately with service users, families and multidisciplinary colleagues, apply evidence-based practice, manage priorities, maintain accurate clinical records and demonstrate commitment to NHS values. Experience of psychological testing, autism or positive behavioural support may be advantageous.

About the employer

Lancashire & South Cumbria NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, learning disability, autism, community and specialist services across Lancashire and South Cumbria. The Trust supports children, young people and adults through hospitals, community teams, clinics and outreach services. Its work includes psychological therapies, inpatient and community mental health care, learning disability support, rehabilitation, crisis services and wellbeing programmes. As an NHS Foundation Trust, it employs a broad clinical and non-clinical workforce and works closely with local authorities, primary care, social services, universities and voluntary organisations. The Trust promotes person-centred care, inclusion, safeguarding, recovery and partnership working. Staff can usually access NHS benefits, occupational pension arrangements, professional development and structured supervision, subject to role and employment terms.

Working in United Kingdom

The United Kingdom offers opportunities in healthcare, technology, education, finance, engineering, hospitality and public services, with particularly strong demand for qualified NHS and social-care professionals. Its culture combines historic traditions with diverse, multicultural cities and a generally informal workplace style. Lifestyle ranges from busy urban living in London, Manchester or Edinburgh to quieter coastal and rural communities; public transport is strongest in major cities. Living costs vary considerably, with London and the southeast usually the most expensive. Nationals of many countries need a visa to work. NHS roles may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa, but eligibility depends on the occupation code, salary and sponsorship status, so applicants should check the official UK government rules and the employer’s sponsorship position. Relocating workers should plan for accommodation, National Insurance, banking, healthcare registration and tax arrangements.