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Specialist Clinical/Counselling Psychologist
Role summary
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The role involves providing specialist psychological assessment, formulation and evidence-based therapeutic interventions to NHS patients, families and carers. The postholder is expected to manage a clinical caseload, contribute to multidisciplinary care planning, maintain accurate clinical records and support service development. Applicants would normally need a recognised doctoral-level qualification in Clinical or Counselling Psychology, registration with the Health and Care Professions Council, and relevant post-qualification experience. Strong skills in psychological assessment, risk management, communication and multidisciplinary working are essential. The successful candidate should demonstrate professional judgement, compassion, resilience and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to team objectives.
Can I work in the UK?
Never pay anyone for a visa or a job offer. A real employer pays the permit costs and never asks you for money.
How it works
How it works: NHS nurses, doctors and allied health get a Health and Care Worker visa (about 3 weeks, no health surcharge); care workers lost this route on 22 July 2025.
Before you apply: Nurses, doctors and most allied health staff must be registered or licensed locally before they start: expect checks on your degree and licence, often an English test, and often an exam or an assessment. Ask the employer who handles it and how long it takes. Most pharma and device office jobs do not need it.
Watch for: Pay follows the NHS pay bands and is usually at least GBP 25,000. Nurses and allied health also need UK professional registration; care workers cannot be sponsored from abroad.
Official source: GOV.UK: Health and Care Worker visa, your job. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in the UK
Usual for Healthcare jobs in the UK, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Registration | Join the Nursing and Midwifery Council register: English language rules and a Test of Competence |
|---|---|
| Relocation | Visa fee GBP 324 (up to 3 years) or GBP 628 (longer); no health surcharge on this visa |
| Housing | Not usually provided; you rent privately |
| Flights | Not standard; varies by employer and seniority |
| Contract | Permanent is usual; sponsored work visas last up to 5 years at a time |
| Leave | At least 28 days for a 5-day week (by law); employers may count bank holidays in it |
| Income tax | 0% to GBP 12,570, 20% to GBP 50,270, then 40%; plus 8% National Insurance (Scotland differs) |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
Guidance, not legal advice. Rules change; your employer confirms the details for your case.
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About Central London Community Health Trust
Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust provides community and integrated healthcare services across London. Its services support people in hospitals, health centres, clinics, homes and community settings, working closely with local NHS organisations, social care and voluntary-sector partners. The Trust delivers care across areas such as community nursing, rehabilitation, health visiting, sexual health, musculoskeletal services, children’s services and psychological support. As a large NHS community provider, it offers multidisciplinary working, professional development and opportunities to improve access and outcomes for diverse urban populations. Employees are expected to uphold NHS values, promote equality and inclusion, protect patient confidentiality and deliver safe, person-centred care. The organisation serves communities with varied health needs and places importance on partnership working, service improvement and reducing health inequalities.