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We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Psychologist to join our Integrated Mental Health team at HMP Preston, a category B Prison located in Lancashire, housing around 750 patients. Within this role you will work collaboratively with the Integrated Mental Health and will be an integral part of the clinical leadership team supporting the development of the psychological therapies service, as well as line managing an Assistant Psychologist and supporting them with the delivery of interventions. 5 days per week we are flexible as to which days you work across Monday-Friday 5 days per week, you’ll receive an annual salary between £53,000 and £63,000 per annum FTE - depending on experience. Bespoke induction, including our Introducing Health in Justice training course • Regional and national career development opportunities • Clinical supervision and service oversight support from the Cluster Lead Psychologist and support from the wider national Psychological therapies team Candidates are required to have a Legal right to work in the UK due to the nature of the role, offers of employment will be subject to additional vetting and security checks. As a Psychologist, your responsibilities will vary. Offer clinical support and oversight to the Integrated Mental Health Team (IMHT) Deliver teaching and training to healthcare and prison staff where required Contribute to the development of audit, service evaluation and research profile as appropriate If you are interested in career development, we have a wide range of opportunities for you to develop your skills and experience, which include both internal and external options for development and learning. Discounts on shopping and leisure activities Support to grow in your role and continue your professional development 24/7 employee assistance helpline and financial assistance when you need it The Health in Justice team at Practice Plus Group makes a real difference across over 53 prisons, young offenders and immigration removal centres. We’re the UK’s leading independent provider of NHS services to over 40,000 patients in secure environments, always putting their needs first, regardless of their background. we embrace diversity We are looking for caring, compassionate but also driven professionals who can help us drive our vision for a fair and inclusive healthcare access to all. Registered with professional body or regulatory body as appropriate to psychological therapy discipline i.e., Qualified Clinical, Forensic or Counselling Psychologist Secure environments are one of the most challenging, yet rewarding places for healthcare professionals to work. If you’re looking for a role where you can develop your existing healthcare skills and learn something new every day in an environment that never stands still, then this could be the right opportunity for you.