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Job Title


Clinical Psychologist


Company : ExamWorks UK Careers


Location : Durham, England


Created : 2026-03-02


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Clinical Psychologist Medico LegalRemote09:00–17:00, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)Salary 65KWe are now seeking an experienced and highly professional Clinical Psychologist to join our expanding medico‐legal and occupational health services. This is an excellent opportunity to combine clinical expertise with expert witness work, contributing to high‐quality assessments, evidence‐based interventions, and authoritative medico‐legal reporting.Role OverviewIn this role, you will:Carry out comprehensive psychological assessments across a range of presentations.Deliver short‐ to medium‐term Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) interventions.Produce structured, impartial, and compliant expert witness reports for legal proceedings.Support the development and quality assurance of our expert panel.Attend court or tribunal hearings to provide expert evidence when required.Maintain accurate and up‐to‐date clinical records in line with GDPR, HCPC standards, and NHS/private practice requirements.Participate in regular supervision and ongoing CPD.Keep up to date with relevant legislation, regulatory changes, medical standards, HSE guidance, and case law.Person SpecificationQualifications & KnowledgeBPS‐accredited Doctorate in Clinical Psychology (DClinPsy).HCPC registration as a Practitioner Psychologist.Minimum two years' post‐qualification experience.Formal training and experience in delivering CBT.Competence in medico‐legal report writing; Bond Solon training desirable.Strong understanding of CPR Part 35 and PD 35 duties.Evidence of ongoing medico‐legal CPD.Commitment to high professional standards, ethical practice, and integrity.ExperienceAt least two years' clinical experience or 100+ personal injury reports completed.Experience across a range of case types (clinical negligence, serious injury, disability, criminal, mental capacity) desirable.Experience participating in case conferences desirable.Experience giving oral evidence in court advantageous.Demonstrated experience delivering CBT to diverse client groups.Strong understanding of UK ethical and legal frameworks governing psychological practice.Skills & AbilitiesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills.Ability to build effective therapeutic relationships based on trust and respect.Strong written and oral evidence‐giving skills.Ability to produce impartial, well‐structured, and compliant expert witness reports.Effective participation in Discussions of Experts.Strong organisational skills and commitment to evidence‐based practice.Ability to produce high‐quality Joint Statements (desirable).Confidence in giving oral evidence in tribunals or court (desirable).Personal QualitiesStrong analytical skills and the ability to evaluate complex evidence.Open‐minded, reflective, and receptive to new perspectives.Confident and professional demeanour.Independence of thought and sound professional judgement.Commitment to ongoing CPD and development as an expert witness.Dedication to upholding the standards of the expert witness profession.Key Working RelationshipsExpert Liaison TeamMedico‐Legal Reporting (MLR) TeamSupported by:Values Behavioural FrameworkSMILE Leadership FrameworkOur ValuesAll colleagues are expected to demonstrate our core values:FocusedInnovationRespectStandardsTeamYou will also be required to work in accordance with company policies, procedures, and relevant legislation, including:GDPREquality Act 2010Health & Safety at Work Act 1974ISO 7001ISO 14001We're proud to share that ExamWorks UK has once again achieved Level 3 Disability Confident Leader status, reaffirming our commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities for all colleagues.