Locum Forensic/Clinical Psychologist (Part‑Time) — West Midlands

General Description

Locum Forensic/Clinical Psychologist (Part‑Time) — West Midlands

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

I’m hiring a Forensic or Clinical Psychologist to join a specialist secure inpatient service (adults 18+) in the Birmingham area. You’ll deliver evidence‑based interventions within a collaborative MDT for patients detained under the Mental Health Act (1983/2007). Flexible, supportive environment with protected supervision and CPD.

Location: West Midlands (Birmingham)

Hours: 22.5 hrs/week (3 days) — working days/times flexible

Start: ASAP (part‑time locum, ongoing)

Rates: Competitive (DM for details)

What you’ll do

• Complete specialist assessments (file review, interviews, psychometrics, behavioural observation).
• Develop formulations, SPJ risk assessments and treatment plans.
• Deliver/evaluate evidence‑based 1:1 and group therapies.
• Lead on risk assessment & management within the MDT; contribute to discharge planning for the shortest clinically appropriate LoS.
• Administer, score and interpret clinical/neuropsychological measures.
• Produce high‑quality reports (e.g., CPA, Tribunal) and act as professional witness when required.
• Provide psychological input to colleagues (consultation, reflective practice, skills guidance).
• Contribute to clinical governance, audit, service development and training.

About you

• HCPC‑registered Practitioner Psychologist (Forensic or Clinical).
• Pre‑ or post‑qualification experience in forensic/secure, acute MH, rehab or hospital settings.
• Confident in assessment, formulation, intervention and MDT working.
• Compassionate, resilient, great communicator.
• Enhanced DBS required. xwzovoh

Interested?

Comment “INFO” below or DM me with:

• CV + earliest start + preferred 3 days
• HCPC reg, Enhanced DBS status
• Snapshot of key therapies/psychometrics you deliver confidently

#ForensicPsychologist #ClinicalPsychologist #InpatientPsychology #MentalHealthJobs #ForensicPsych #HCPC #BirminghamJobs #WestMidlandsJobs #Locum