Clinical Psychologist

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Clinical Psychologist

The closing date is 04 February 2026

Emerge are a initiative, supportive and young person focused mental health team, looking for a experienced, motivated and passionate clinical psychologist to work in our busy out reaching multi disciplinary team. In return for your commitment to the delivery of our offer, we will provide you with support, clinical and peer supervision, and an environment where you can grow and develop as well as share your skills, knowledge and experience.

As an autonomous practitioner you will play a key part in the delivery of high-quality service provision that promotes and improves the mental health and well‑being of children and young people, their families, and carers. Managing a complex caseload within the multi-disciplinary team setting, the post holder will provide a range of high‑quality care appropriate to the child or young person's needs which will include full mental health assessment, risk assessment and management, family and social assessment, consultation and therapeutic interventions.

• To assume responsibility for management of a complex caseload and exercise the highest standards of professional responsibility for the assessment, treatment and discharge of children, young people and their families/carers using specialist knowledge and evaluation of care programmes in collaboration with children, young people and their families/carers liaising with and referring to relevant agencies as appropriate.
• To provide specialist psychological assessments of young people referred to the service based upon the appropriate use, interpretation, and integration of data from a variety of sources including psychological tests, self‑report measures, direct and indirect observation and interviews with clients, family members and/or carer.
• To formulate and implement plans for psychological therapeutic intervention or management based on an appropriate conceptual framework, working in home, social services, community, hospital and educational settings where appropriate.
• To deliver case management supervision to junior members of the team and trainees, as required.
• To actively participate in regular clinical supervision, case management supervision, appraisals, and personal development opportunities.
• To attend and contribute to the CAMHS multi‑disciplinary team meetings, co‑work cases managed by other members of the multi‑disciplinary team and contribute to multi‑disciplinary specialist therapy services and clinics.

Join Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) and become part of a 30,000 plus strong team, delivering exceptional care to over 1 million people every year. As the largest provider of specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, we are forward‑thinking, committed to clinical excellence and driven to deliver innovation, and continuous improvement.

Whether you’re beginning your career or taking the next step, MFT offers a stimulating and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters. Our Hive Electronic Patient Record system enables safer, smarter, and more efficient ways of working - empowering you to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients. You’ll be part of a collaborative, multi‑disciplinary community, working alongside professionals from a wide range of clinical backgrounds.

Together, we push boundaries, share knowledge, and deliver care that transforms lives.

At MFT, you’ll find a workplace where everyone is respected, supported, and encouraged to thrive. We offer clear clinical pathways for professional development, helping you grow your skills and achieve your ambitions.

Your journey at MFT is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. We’ll support you as you shape the future of healthcare, one patient at a time.

To find out more about the key responsibilities and the specific skills and experience you’ll need, take a look at the Job Description & Person Specification attachments under the Supporting Documents heading. So that you’re…