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Clinical Psychology (Paid Work Experience)
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 19 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419942
Job summary
Two Unique Opportunities at Great Western Hospital!
Are you an aspiring clinical psychologist eager to gain hands-on experience in a supportive, forward-thinking NHS environment? We're thrilled to offer two paid work experience roles, each designed to help you grow, learn, and make a meaningful impact.The role offers:
- Paid NHS work experience
- Mentorship from qualified clinical psychologists
- Exposure to multidisciplinary teams
- A chance to contribute to meaningful patient outcomes
Whether your passion lies in working with adults or children, these roles are designed to help you take the next step toward a career in clinical psychology.
Main duties of the job
These are fixed term roles made possible via the NHS England Multi-professional and Education Plan, which provides funding for paid clinical work experience opportunities for disadvantaged aspiring clinical psychologists. We are offering paid work experience opportunities for aspiring clinical psychologists at Great Western Hospital.
In this role, you may also (to a limited extent) undertake structured psychological assessments and deliver psychological interventions under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, within a hospital environment.
About us
Working at Great Western Hospital in Swindon means being part of a vibrant, forward-thinking NHS Trust that puts patient care and staff development at its heart. The hospital serves a diverse community and offers a wide range of acute and specialist services, including cancer care, critical care, and mental health support.
Staff benefit from a collaborative environment, strong multidisciplinary teams, and access to ongoing training and career progression. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow in your healthcare career, Great Western Hospital provides a supportive and rewarding place to make a real difference
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
£28,392 to £31,157 a year Per annum, Pro Rata
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
8 months
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
249-8282117
Job locations
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in project work including event planning, project related administration, presentations, and the collection and interpretation of data. Tasks will be agreed and reviewed at appropriate intervals under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, but the post holder will take these tasks forward independently on a day-to-day basis.
Please see attached full job description
Job description
Job responsibilities
To assist in project work including event planning, project related administration, presentations, and the collection and interpretation of data. Tasks will be agreed and reviewed at appropriate intervals under the supervision of a qualified psychologist, but the post holder will take these tasks forward independently on a day-to-day basis.
Please see attached full job description
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above.
- IT skills including SPSS
- Ability to work from home in a confidential space
Experience
Essential
- Ability to use initiative and work independently under supervision.
- Working with other professionals.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people in a physical or mental health setting.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Psychology at 2:1 or above.
- IT skills including SPSS
- Ability to work from home in a confidential space
Experience
Essential
- Ability to use initiative and work independently under supervision.
- Working with other professionals.
Desirable
- Experience of working with people in a physical or mental health setting.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Great Western Hospital
Marlborough Road
Swindon
SN3 6BB
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)