Trosolwg o'r swydd

We have a really exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated clinical psychologist with a special interest in neurodivergence and child development to join the Community Paediatric team at East Sussex Healthcare Trust.

The post holder will contribute towards neurodevelopmental (autism) assessments undertaken by our team, including cognitive assessments for children where intellectual disability can be a differential diagnosis to autism and advice on the possible impact of developmental trauma to a child’s neurodevelopmental profile. The post holder will lead and contribute to multidisciplinary team discussions to formulate a child’s neurodevelopmental profile. The post holder will provide expert advice via consultation/ support to other clinicians with queries regarding psychological support to the child and family.

Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate autonomy and independence in their practice. They will demonstrate a good understanding of neurodiversity and an ability to work with complex cases.

To work autonomously and as part of the MDT. Caseload management will be expected with focus on assessment, diagnosis and discharge from the service.

To provide expertise, advice and support to facilitate the effective and appropriate provision of psychological care by all members of the multidisciplinary team.

To attend and lead case conferences, reviews and other diagnostic MDT decision making forums. To provide a differential diagnosis for autism as part of the role.

To provide onward pathway plan to children, young people and families where a diagnosis is not made and implement/plan further assessments either internally or externally. Referring appropriately to other services.

To ensure that reports and other correspondence are entered into the relevant notes and communicated to other professionals, parents and children, as appropriate.

Gweithio i'n sefydliad

A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to nurseries at Conquest Hopsital and Eastbourne District General Hospital, staff restaurants and on-site staff accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme which is available to staff 24 hours a day 7 days a week.  Onsite parking is available for a small administration fee. 

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.