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

Job description

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

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.

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

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

West Midlands

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-02-2026

Profession type

Health / Medical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English