About this role
Clinical or Counselling Psychologist
Banding Band 8a
Location
North Wales - based at a dedicated cancer support centre alongside an NHS hospital
Working Hours Full-time, permanent
Salary
Competitive salary aligned with Band 8a NHS rates
Pulse is currently recruiting for a Clinical or Counselling Psychologist to join a multidisciplinary oncology team in North Wales, delivering psychological support to individuals affected by cancer. This full-time, permanent role is based at a purpose-built cancer support centre working in partnership with the NHS. You’ll be part of a compassionate and expert team helping people navigate the emotional and psychological challenges of cancer.
This is a unique opportunity to work in a welcoming environment where psychological care is integrated into a broader programme of support. The role offers professional autonomy, meaningful client interaction, and the chance to contribute to psychosocial research and service development.
Responsibilities
As a key member of the team, you will:
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Provide specialist psychological assessments and interventions for individuals, couples, families, and groups affected by cancer.
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Lead psychological thinking and governance within the centre team.
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Contribute to the integrated programme of cancer support and psychosocial research.
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Supervise and support staff in delivering psychologically informed care.
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Record and report clinical activity in line with professional standards.
Benefits
Working with this client offers:
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27 days annual leave plus 9 bank holidays (for full-time hours)
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A supportive, multidisciplinary team environment
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Opportunities to contribute to innovative psychosocial research
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Purpose-built centre designed to promote wellbeing
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Flexible working arrangements where possible
Qualifications and Experience
We welcome applications from candidates who:
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Are HCPC registered as Practitioner Psychologists
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Have experience working with adults facing health-related psychological challenges
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Are competent in more than one evidence-based therapeutic modality relevant to cancer care
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Are confident in psychological assessment and treatment planning
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Reasonable Adjustments
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We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to accommodate.