Lead Psychologist, Grade 17 (£55,638 - £57,735)

About you:

Highly experienced, accredited and registered as a clinical psychologist, with a proven track record in creating, implementing and evaluating clinical services. You will be responsible for the creation, provision and governance of a high quality specialist and forensic psychology service. You will be able you to use your experience and skills within a statutory children’s service to effect positive outcomes for children and young people.  You will be keen to practice privileging the importance of relationships, effectively engaging with our residents, partners, managers, social worker and practitioners; ensuring that our children and young people are safe with limited disruption to their caring arrangements.

About us:

In return, we will offer you high quality support and development opportunities, specialist CPD and much more. If you would like to find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Nana Bonsu, Head of Service for Systemic, Clinical Practice and Adolescent Services on 07732 072 434 for an informal discussion.

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Closing date – Monday 31 August 2020 

Croydon Council is an inclusive employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We will be pleased to consider applications from candidates seeking flexible working arrangements.

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the advertised role.

Croydon council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. The Successful candidate will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.