Assistant Psychologist | Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust

We are looking for a motivated aspiring psychologist to join our team working across the stroke and breathlessness pathways. The settings are both acute physical health and community based. You will be supported by a small number of psychologists, where you will have ample opportunity to work directly with patients and their family's; as well as offer consultation to medical professionals. These services are well established and respected within the teams they are embedded.

Please read the additional documents attached before completing your application.

Please note that the post will be closed early if we reach our limit on applications.

The applicant will spend half of the week supporting the stroke service and the other half working within the breathlessness service. They will be completing screenings and assessments of patients mental health needs, as well as offering therapeutic support to patients and family members. They will also work closely with members of the multidisciplinary team to support them to understand the patients psychological needs. There may also be opportunities to be involved with neurorehabilitation and screening.

The applicant must have a keen interest in working within a clinical health setting, and only applications tailored to the role will be screened for interview.

EPUT are looking for motivated staff who shares our Trust values of Care, Learn and Empower. In return, EPUT can offer you a range of benefits and development including;

• Season Ticket Loans
• NHS discounts for staff
• Excellent Training facilities and opportunities
• Buying and Selling annual leave scheme
• The opportunity to work bank shifts and expand knowledge and experience in other areas
• Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars and Cycle to Work
• Day One Flexible Employer

The Trust supports and actively encourages flexible working for all employees. We offer many options and you are encouraged to ask the recruiting manager what is possible for this role. If appointed, you will have the opportunity to apply for a flexible working request from the first day of your employment

As well as the clinical aspects of the role, the post holder will be responsible for supporting the administrative management of the services. This is likely to include audit, annual reports and data management; as well as supporting service development projects as they arise.

This advert closes on Friday 29 May 2026