Assistant Psychologist

Job Summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for two full-time, permanent Band 5 Assistant Psychologist roles at Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB), located in Caerleon, Wales. One position is within the Part One Psychology Service (POPS) and the other with the Aneurin Bevan Specialist Drug & Alcohol Service (ABSDAS). Both roles offer the chance to deliver psychological interventions as part of multidisciplinary teams in community mental health settings.

Role Details

The POPS role involves supporting community mental health team psychologists by delivering group sessions and tailored individual psychological support, following Matrics Cymru standards. Much of the work is conducted online, but regular attendance at St Cadoc’s Hospital and occasional travel to other sites or client homes is essential. The team is multidisciplinary, including administrative staff, peer mentors, therapists, and practitioner psychologists.

The ABSDAS role focuses on individuals with substance use and complex needs. This includes coordinating the Co-Occurring Needs Panel (COG), a multi-agency forum addressing complex cases. Duties include administrative support, psychological input, and delivering group (e.g., DBT-informed emotional skills training) and individual therapy under supervision by a senior clinical psychologist. This work is grounded in trauma- and attachment-informed principles, emphasizing engagement and inclusion of marginalized individuals.

Main Responsibilities

• Deliver group and individualized psychological interventions primarily using CBT and DBT approaches.
• Assist qualified psychologists with clinical assessments, data collection, reporting, and outcome monitoring.
• Coordinate and support multi-agency panels focusing on complex client needs (ABSDAS role).
• Provide administrative and psychological support within multidisciplinary teams.
• Implement care plans and provide advice within professional competence.
• Travel across the Gwent region to provide services efficiently.

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of a good honours degree in Psychology (First or Second Class).
• Eligible for Graduate Membership of the British Psychological Society.
• Completed study in line with Matrics Cymru competencies or qualified as a Psychological Wellbeing Practitioner.
• Paid experience as an Assistant Psychologist is essential.
• Postgraduate training in psychology, mental health practice or research is desirable.
• Previous experience delivering group interventions and ability to reflect on lived psychological distress is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Basic proficiency in word processing and statistical analysis.
• Effective use of supervision to set and review professional goals.
• Experience with databases and statistical software such as SPSS and Excel is preferred.
• Ability to navigate the Gwent area to provide pan-regional services.

Additional Information

ABUHB encourages applications from all individuals, including those with protected characteristics, disabled or neurodiverse candidates, and members of the Armed Forces Community. Applicants may submit applications in Welsh with no disadvantage to Welsh or English submissions. Reasonable adjustments to the application and selection process are available upon request, including alternative document formats.

The organisation is committed to flexible working where possible and provides a smoke-free workplace in compliance with the law. Early application is advised as the vacancy may close at any time or be filled through internal redeployment.

Successful candidates will receive conditional offers and information packs electronically, with all correspondence conducted via email; applicants should monitor their email accounts regularly.

About Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

ABUHB is a prominent NHS organisation serving the Gwent community with over 14,000 staff and volunteers. It champions safe, compassionate, high-quality care across hospitals, GP practices, community, and mental health settings. The Health Board prioritises research, education, innovation, and strives to promote health equity and prevention through partnerships with various stakeholders. A supportive and inclusive workplace culture upholds values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect, fostering career growth through extensive learning opportunities and NHS benefits.