Assistant Psychology - Maxillofacial Surgery | St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Undertake protocol-based psychological assessments and screening using self-report measures, rating scales, structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, families and others involved in their care. Support the formulation and delivery of care plans involving psychological interventions, including psychoeducation, brief CBT and guided self-help, under the supervision of a qualified Clinical/Counselling Psychologist.

Work within agreed competencies, recognise limitations and seek advice when required. Support the development, coordination and delivery of therapeutic and educational groups, and contribute to self-help resources, psychoeducational materials and self-management programmes. Work collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to support assessment, care planning and holistic client care. Assist in developing psychologically informed approaches to understanding and supporting clients across care settings.

Attend and contribute to relevant multidisciplinary meetings, sharing information and supporting effective communication. Safeguard the health, safety and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults by adhering to Trust safeguarding policies, procedures and statutory requirements, and completing all relevant mandatory and statutory training.

Maintain accurate records, communicate effectively with clients and professionals, and uphold confidentiality, dignity and respect in all aspects of care.

To undertake protocol based psychological assessments / screening of clients applying self-report measures, rating scales, direct and indirect structured observations and semi-structured interviews with clients, family members and others involved in the clients’ care.

To assist in the formulation and delivery of care plans involving the psychological treatment and/or management of a client’s problems (psychoeducation, brief CBT and guided self help), under the supervision of a qualified clinical / counselling psychologist . This will include working within own level of competency, recognising own limitations and seeking advice when necessary.

St George’s, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George’s Hospital, one of 11 major trauma centres in the UK and the largest healthcare provider and major teaching hospital in the area; St Helier Hospital, home to the South West Thames Renal and Transplantation Unit and Queen Mary's Hospital for Children; and Epsom Hospital, home to the South West London Elective Orthopaedic Centre (SWLEOC).

After years of collaboration, our two Trusts became a hospitals group in 2021. While remaining as two separate Trusts, being a hospitals group will help us to collaborate more closely on research, and the development, education, and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.

At gesh we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.

To assist in the development, coordination and running of therapeutic / education groups where appropriate

To assist and lead on the development of resources for self-help materials for psychoeducational groups and self-management programmes.

To complete joint working with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.

6. To assist in the development of a psychologically based framework of understanding and care to the benefit of all clients of the service, across all settings where care takes place.

To attend and contribute to appropriate multidisciplinary meetings

To act in such a way that at all times safeguards the health and well being of children and vulnerable adults. Familiarisation with and adherence to Trust Safeguarding policies is an essential requirement of all employees, as is participation in related mandatory/statutory training.

This advert closes on Thursday 17 Sep 2026